Nonprofit Fundraising Strategy for $400k Campaign

Experienced Nonprofit Fundraising Strategist Needed – $400K Campaign (Latin America, Education & Mental Health) Overview We are seeking an experienced nonprofit fundraising consultant to help us design a practical, implementable fundraising strategy to raise $400,000 USD over 24 months for a growing Latin American education and youth mental health nonprofit. This is a strategy and systems project, not day-to-day execution. We need someone who understands the realities of small, early-stage nonprofits and can design a plan that a 2-person team can realistically implement. About the Organization (ALAS) Asociación Latinoamericana de Sankirtan (ALAS) is a Mexico-based nonprofit focused on: Youth mental health & suicide prevention Literacy and free book distribution Character development and life skills Our mission: Distribute 60,000 books and deliver mental health and suicide-prevention workshops to students across Mexico and Latin America. Current status: 1.5 years of operations Proven workshops and school partnerships Small team (2 people) In process of completing Donataria Autorizada (Mexican tax-exempt status) Fundraising Goal & Scope Total goal: $400,000 USD Timeline: 24 months (starting January 2026) Year 1 target: $240,000 Year 2 target: $160,000 Planned funding mix (flexible): Individual donors & monthly giving Crowdfunding campaigns Foundation grants (primarily Year 2, post-legalization) Corporate sponsorships We understand that grant funding typically ramps up after legal registration and initial proof of impact. What We Need From You Primary Deliverable A clear, realistic 24-month fundraising strategy tailored to: A small team Limited existing donor network Mexico / Latin America context We value practical execution over theory. Key Deliverables (Prioritized) Fundraising Strategy Roadmap 24-month phased plan Month-by-month priorities (especially first 6 months) Recommended sequencing of funding sources KPIs and decision points Case for Support & Messaging Core case for support (3–5 pages) One-page fact sheet Key talking points for donors Crowdfunding & Individual Donor Strategy Platform recommendations Campaign concepts and timing Content structure and outreach guidance Major Donor & Grant Readiness Major donor cultivation framework Grant readiness checklist and timeline Foundation research approach (not necessarily full applications) Tools & Systems CRM and donor tracking recommendations Simple workflows we can manage with a 2-person team We are open to phasing or prioritizing deliverables to fit budget and timeline. Required Experience Must-have: 5+ years nonprofit fundraising experience Proven success raising $250K+ for small or mid-size organizations Experience with multiple funding sources (individual donors, crowdfunding, grants, corporate) Ability to explain fundraising concepts clearly to non-experts Strong plus: Experience with Latin America or international nonprofits Knowledge of Mexican nonprofit or donor landscape Bilingual English/Spanish Education, youth, or mental health sector experience Budget & Timeline Budget range: $3,000 – $6,000 USD (fixed price, depending on scope and experience) Timeline: 3–4 weeks for core strategy Optional: Ongoing advisory support (separate hourly rate) Payment structure: ($100) upfront / 30% midpoint / 70% final delivery How to Apply Please include: Relevant fundraising experience (years, campaign sizes) 1–2 short examples or case studies Your proposed approach to this project Your fixed-price bid within the stated range Availability and time zone Why This Project Matters You’ll help build a fundraising foundation that supports: Mental health education Suicide prevention Literacy access for tens of thousands of students This is a chance to shape a mission-driven organization at an early stage, with potential for long-term collaboration.

ID do Projeto: 40129232