Fractional CDO Services

Strategic Development Leadership
Without the Overhead

Executive-level fundraising leadership designed for mission-driven organizations ready to grow—without the full-time executive hire or compromise on equity-centered values.

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Three Tiers, One Expert

Designed to match your organization's needs, budget, and stage of growth.

Tier 1
Strategic Advisory
High-level strategic guidance for organizations with operational staff in place.
$8,000 /month
8–12 hours/month · 6-month minimum
Ideal For

Organizations with operational development staff seeking high-level strategic direction and executive guidance.

  • Quarterly strategic planning sessions
  • Annual development plan creation
  • Board presentations (2–4x/year)
  • Review of development materials & case statements
  • Foundation prospect identification & strategy
  • Staff mentoring and guidance
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Tier 3
Executive Partnership
Comprehensive executive development leadership across all fundraising functions.
$25,000 /month
40–60 hours/month · 12-month recommended
Ideal For

Organizations ready to scale, launching major campaigns, or seeking full fractional CDO leadership.

  • Everything in Tier 2, plus:
  • Executive presence at board & leadership meetings
  • Comprehensive major gifts program management
  • Direct donor cultivation (up to 6 meetings/month)
  • Foundation donor ID, cultivation & stewardship
  • Board development committee leadership
  • Cross-functional integration with program & finance
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How We Work Together

A structured partnership designed for sustainable results.

01
Weeks 1–4
Discovery & Design

Deep dive into your current fundraising operations, goals, and culture before we touch a single strategy.

  • Deep dive into your current fundraising operations and goals
  • Stakeholder interviews (Board, leadership, development staff, donors)
  • Analysis of donor data, revenue trends, and organizational capacity
  • Development of strategic priorities and customized roadmap
  • Alignment meeting on scope, schedule, and success metrics
02
Ongoing
Implementation & Leadership

Consistent, embedded presence that drives strategy and builds real capacity within your team.

  • Regular presence (weekly on-site or virtual sessions)
  • Strategic oversight and hands-on execution of development activities
  • Direct donor cultivation and solicitation for major prospects
  • Team mentoring and capacity building
  • Monthly reporting and strategy refinement
03
Final Phase
Sustainability & Transition

We build for the day you don't need us—documenting everything so your team can own it fully.

  • Documentation of all systems, processes, and donor relationships
  • Team training for continuity and independence
  • Recruitment support if hiring full-time development staff
  • Transition planning and comprehensive knowledge transfer
  • Optional ongoing advisory support post-engagement

Why Our Approach Works

Transparent Pricing

All engagement fees are clearly stated and customized based on your organizational budget, scope of work, and time commitment required.

40–60% Less Than Full-Time

Fractional CDO services typically cost 40–60% less than a full-time executive hire—with no recruitment fees, benefits, or long-term commitment risk.

Measurable Results

Most clients see measurable revenue growth within 6–9 months, with many exceeding initial fundraising goals by 20–40%.

Equity-Centered Every Time

Every engagement is designed to build sustainable capacity while honoring your mission, values, and the communities you serve.

Ready for Executive-Level Fundraising Leadership?

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