Volunteer-driven funding Leverage the strong volunteer base and annual engagement of 1,500 volunteers to position donor partnerships and corporate sponsorships that align with community impact, volunteering programs, and in-kind support opportunities.

Milwaukee hunger focus Target local businesses and foundations in Milwaukee with hunger relief and homelessness initiatives, highlighting the organization’s decade-plus operation, 80,000 free meals annually, and community reach across four meal sites.

Record fundraising momentum Capitalize on recent fundraising milestones, including MOVE Appeal success and a record over $40K raised in 2024, to propose scalable campaigns, matching gift programs, and corporate challenge grants.

Technology & reach Assist with modernization and donor engagement by offering tech-enabled fundraising and CRM solutions that align with the organization’s Squarespace and Office 365 stack to improve donor recruitment, retention, and lifecycle analytics.

Strategic partnerships Propose collaborations with local nonprofits and larger networks (similar organizations in Milwaukee) to expand sponsorships, joint events like Mardi Gras Fête, and shared services such as volunteer logistics, food sourcing, and meal-site operations.