CERTIFIED IN PHILANTHROPIC PSYCHOLOGY Top Fundraising & PR for Your Small Nonprofit

You Will Raise More Money with My Help!

Struggling with Fundraising and PR?

YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW: EXPERT FUNDRAISING AND PR FOR YOUR SMALL NONPROFIT

With a Certificate in Fundraising Copywriting and a Certificate with Distinction in Philanthropic Psychology, Kirt Manecke brings expert knowledge that will help you raise more funds and retain donors.

You're dedicated to your cause, but fundraising and PR (public relations) might not be your skill set. Let me handle those tasks so you can focus on what you do best.

Donor Retention Rates Are Alarmingly Low—Fewer Than 20% of New Donors Renew

Do you want to grow your individual donor base and improve your fundraising? Does the idea of asking corporations for donations make you uncomfortable?

Are you too busy to engage with the media to promote your cause, or simply don't know how?

As a former Executive Director and Director of Development, I grew membership by 10x by focusing on donor retention, strategic cultivation, and public relations. With my expertise in fundraising, sales, and public relations, I will help you raise more money faster and increase your visibility.

I’ll create a custom plan to dramatically improve your donor retention, fundraising and visibility!

Cost Savings

Need Fundraising Help? Consider This Before Hiring a Full-Time Development Director

Hiring a full-time Development Director comes with significant costs—salary, benefits, health insurance, onboarding, infrastructure, paid leave, and more. These expenses quickly add up and often exceed your budget.

By partnering with a fundraising consultant like me, you get access to expert-level strategy and execution without the long-term financial commitment. You benefit from:

✅ Proven fundraising experience

✅ Flexibility and cost efficiency

✅ Immediate impact—no long training curve

✅ Results without the overhead

I bring the same dedication and skill as a full-time hire, at a fraction of the cost. Let's work together to raise more money, retain donors, and grow your nonprofit.

Schedule Your FREE 20-Minute Zoom Discovery Call and Consultation

Please email Kirt at kirt@smilethebook.com to claim your spot and we will set up a time to talk about your challenges and discuss the best strategies for your nonprofit.

Sales Acceleration

Accelerate Your Fundraising

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

As a former executive director and director of development for a nonprofit and successful business owner and sales professional, Kirt will accelerate your fundraising.

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

With Kirt's targeted approach, your nonprofit will get in front of the right audiences to increase your visibility, credibility, and donations.

Customer Service and Tabling Training by Zoom

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

Customer Service and Tabling Training by Zoom

Let award-winning customer service book author Kirt Manecke train your staff to deliver amazing customer service, make a great first impression and raise more money.

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"Kirt exemplifies what it means to be the BEST in customer service."

- Tyler Ross, author, President, Big Bold Moves, Northville, MI

"When it comes to marketing, public relations and customer service, this professional knows his stuff!"

- Colleen Kilpatrick, entrepreneur, speaker, storyteller, Milford, MI

“Wow, you did a lot. Thank you for going the extra mile!”

- Cindy Fisher, Educational Consultant, President and CEO, Smart Steps, LLC, Overland Park, KS

“I hate to think where this organization would be without Kirt. He is a magnet for money and a public relations and marketing dynamo! One of the very best natural salesmen I have ever met.”

- Steve Qua, Owner, Qua Buick, Former Chaiman, Headwaters Land Conservancy, MI

"Thanks for following up with the media folks. I have an interview with WCMU next week and Northern Express plans to include the story in their winter issue. Really appreciate your help and guidance."

- Chris Gentry, Executive Director, Cadillac Area Land Conservancy , Cadillac, MI

"I began working with Kirt as the new Executive Director of a non-profit organization in 2023 and he helped us tremendously in the first year developing and implementing strategies for our fundraising and PR efforts. In meetings, he actively listens to our needs and develops strategies that fit our budget and is tailored to our needs. Unlike other professionals, I feel that we are getting individual attention. Kirt is always there to answer questions and goes above and beyond by providing advice and recommendations for all aspects of our organizational functioning, ultimately helping us to build a strong foundation as a new organization."

- Breanna Horsey, Executive Director, Sustainable Iowa Land Trust, West Branch, IA

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You Will Raise More Money with My Help!

"Kirt took me from a small rented farmhouse to a $3.5 million dollar 14 acre estate (former Don Massey property, now Living and Learning Enrichment Center)."

Struggling with Fundraising and PR?

YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW: EXPERT FUNDRAISING AND PR FOR YOUR SMALL NONPROFIT

Specializing in individual giving, donor stewardship, corporate fundraising, and public relations...

"I appreciate your organization and the way you deliver your message, it is always thorough and easy to follow. You do a great job, I hope we can continue working together."

Sales Acceleration

Accelerate Your Fundraising

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

Customer Service and Tabling Training by Zoom

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

Customer Service and Tabling Training by Zoom

More Praise

Some of Our Media Placements

Award-Winning Books by Kirt Manecke

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Giving Back