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About

Hi, I'm Kirt...

I Help Charities Raise More Money—and Keep More Donors

Let’s be honest: donor retention rates are abysmal. Fewer than 20% of new donors give again.


But it doesn’t have to be that way.


With the right strategy, messaging, and support, your nonprofit can build lasting donor relationships and dramatically increase revenue.


Fundraising Expertise You Can Trust

I hold a
✔ Certificate in Fundraising Copywriting
✔ Certificate in Philanthropic Psychology with Distinction
—from the Institute for Sustainable Philanthropy.


I combine this specialized training with years of hands-on experience to help you improve retention, boost fundraising results, and increase visibility.


Are You Facing These Common Challenges?

  • Struggling to grow individual donations?
  • Uncomfortable asking corporations for support?
  • Too busy—or unsure how—to get media coverage for your cause?
     

You're not alone. And I can help.


Proven Results from the Front Lines

As a former Executive Director and Director of Development, I grew membership by 10x through a focus on:

  • Donor retention
  • Strategic donor cultivation
  • Targeted public relations
     

As a fundraising expert, I’ll help you raise more money—faster.


What I Bring to the Table

In addition to my nonprofit leadership experience, I bring a unique blend of business and communications expertise:

  • Founder of an award-winning startup
  • Former publicist and sales director for a New York Times best-selling author
  • Award-winning author
  • Deep understanding of marketing, media, and sales strategy
     

I’ll use these skills to help you reach new audiences, retain more donors,  raise more funds, and create positive donor experiences—all while elevating your message and mission.


Let's Talk

Schedule your FREE 20-minute Zoom Discovery Call & Consultation.
We'll discuss your current challenges and the best strategies to move your organization forward.

📩 Email me at kirt@smilethebook.com to claim your spot.


Let’s work together to grow your nonprofit and make a bigger impact.

— Kirt Manecke

Public Relations (PR): Saving Land

Read my article "Hiring Your Next Leader" on pages 28-30 in Saving Land Magazine from the Land Trust Alliance.


“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


Kirt is a member of the Rotary Club of Northville and enjoys volunteering. 

kirt @ smilethebook.com (no spaces before or after @)


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