Relationships are the engine that drive your fundraising. As consultants, we’re always telling our clients to focus their time and energy on building connections that last and lay the foundation for transformational giving. But what do those relationships look like? And how can you nurture them in ways that feel authentic rather than transactional?

There’s been a lot of debate about who should conduct feasibility study interviews—and I’m firmly in the consultant camp. Here’s why the Heller Fundraising Group believes you will be best served by having consultants interview your donors.

In a recent webinar, Heller Fundraising Group CEO Kate Jaeger-Thomas made the case that there are three types of organizations that can benefit from an owner’s representative.

Our founder, Peter Heller, has seen and worked on countless campaigns and major gift programs throughout his career. We’re looking back at some of his past stories about what works and when it’s time to rethink your approach.

Our clients always want to know when they can take their campaign public—but the answer is always, “it depends.” Our consulting team talks about the distinctions between the public and quiet phase of a campaign and why you don’t want to go public too soon.

The 2026 Giving USA Annual Report on Philanthropy is out today, with a look at national trends in giving. We dig into three key takeaways, including what they mean for your fundraising and what you should do next.

During a few casual conversations on the beach in Thailand, founder Peter Heller advised a nonprofit leader on how to hone her fundraising strategy. With his help, she approached a key supporter and walked away with a transformational gift.

What comes first: the architect or the fundraising consultant? In our recent webinar, we talked with BH+L Architects about how there are no prescribed paths, and why collaboration matters above all else. Watch the recap.

Capital projects are complex, and it can be challenging to know where to begin. But with the right collaborators and experts, the pieces start to lock into place.

This leadership evolution is a natural next step for Heller Fundraising Group, building on two decades of deep partnership with nonprofits to achieve transformational fundraising results.

In this consultants’ roundtable discussion, Heller Fundraising experts share how feasibility studies uncover opportunities and build a clear path to campaign success. 

Over the years, Peter Heller has seen what techniques engage donors and build lasting relationships—and which ones hold fundraisers back. We look back at a few of his timeless stories about fostering deep donor relationships.

An effective fundraising feasibility study lays the groundwork for a transformational campaign—but that pre-planning begins well before the study. Our Feasibility Study Readiness Playbook will guide you through the early steps.

Your case for support makes an irrefutable argument for why donors must support your organization and your fundraising campaign. Traditionally, it’s a polished brochure handed to donors in a formal pitch meeting. But as Kate Jaeger-Thomas explains, sometimes you need a more creative approach.

A simple note card became an unexpected lesson in donor relationships. This blog explores how authentic, human gratitude builds trust, strengthens long-term engagement, and reminds us that effective fundraising is about people, not polish.

Consulting associate Kaylana Sareen knows how to make the most of your wealth screening tools—and what they can’t tell you. Find out if it’s time to stop researching and start a conversation.

At Heller Fundraising Group, we celebrate our clients’ wins as true partners. This spotlight highlights Fountain Valley School’s $10 million transformational gift and the momentum behind their centennial capital campaign.

After years of guiding nonprofits through complex capital campaigns, Peter Heller has seen what works—and what lasts. This piece revisits timeless fundraising principles that continue to drive success.