

Lead Boldly. Fund Strategically. Grow Sustainably.


Powered by the Thriving Nonprofit Alignment Method™, a proven system that helps leaders raise more, strengthen teams, and rediscover joy in their work. It works when other efforts have stalled because it aligns the core drivers of success: strategy, culture, fundraising, and story. The result? Leaders confidently engage major donors, secure game-changing gifts, and put systems in place that make growth sustainable.

of nonprofit leaders feel unprepared for donor engagement.

are concerned about financial sustainability.

report feeling mentally and emotionally exhausted.

of nonprofit professionals are worried about burnout.

of nonprofits are financially vulnerable due to lack of sustainable funding.

of employees say culture is essential to job satisfaction.
Strategic pathways to elevate your fundraising, align your team, and ignite lasting impact.

Your path to transformational giving.
A 12-week intensive that builds the systems, strategy, and confidence to raise more and sustain growth for organizations.

Turn relationships into results.
A group coaching experience for individual leaders to identify, engage, and inspire donors who fuel your mission.

Where alignment meets action.
Interactive sessions grounded in the Thriving Nonprofit Alignment Method™, integrating strategy, culture, story, and fundraising to create the conditions for success.
Nonprofit leaders deserve to thrive, not just survive. Having helped raise over $1 billion in fundraising, I partner with leaders to raise high-impact gifts, lead with clarity and confidence, and rediscover the joy that brought them to this work. By aligning fundraising, strategy, storytelling, and collaboration, I empower leaders to create lasting impact, energize their teams, and build organizations that truly excel at their mission.

Ellen's personalized approach has made a real difference. Here’s what they have to say about their journey with her and The Thriving Nonprofit Leader

Working with Ellen was transformative - she helped us achieve unprecedented growth - 50% in one year.


We raised 25x our investment in the first 3 months.


Ellen’s impact empowered us to act with unprecedented confidence and helped us secure larger, strategic commitments.

Together, we'll achieve your goals and elevate your leadership—all while enjoying the process.
Ready to thrive? Let's talk.

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