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You Will Raise More Money with My Help!

You Will Raise More Money with My Help! You Will Raise More Money with My Help! You Will Raise More Money with My Help!
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"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)."


-Rachelle Vartanian, Founder and President, Northville, MI

Some Corporate Sponsors I've Secured for Nonprofits

Struggling with Fundraising and PR?

YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW

EXPERT FUNDRAISING AND PR FOR YOUR SMALL NONPROFIT 


If you're ready to grow your nonprofit, retain more donors, increase your visibility, and create positive donor experiences, you're in the right place.


Kirt Manecke combines real-world experience with specialized training, holding a Certificate in Philanthropic Psychology with Distinction and a Certificate in Fundraising Copywriting from the renowned  Institute for Sustainable Philanthropy.


Let’s work together to raise more money, build lasting donor relationships, and make your mission unstoppable.


Raise More Money. Retain More Donors. Grow Your Nonprofit.


Kirt Manecke delivers expert fundraising and public relations strategies to help you increase donations, retain supporters, and amplify your mission.


You’re passionate about your cause—but fundraising, donor engagement, and media outreach might not be where your strengths lie. That’s where I come in.


Let me take the fundraising and PR burden off your shoulders so you can focus on what you do best: making a difference.


Donor Retention Is in Crisis

Fewer than 20% of new donors give again.

Are you looking to:

  • Grow your individual donor base?
  • Retain more of the donors you’ve worked hard to acquire?
  • Overcome discomfort with corporate sponsorships or donor asks?
  • Get your message in front of the media—but don’t have time or expertise?
     

You’re not alone.

As a former Executive Director and Director of Development, I increased membership tenfold by focusing on donor retention, strategic cultivation, and high-impact public relations. With my expertise in fundraising, sales and public relations, I know what works—and how to tailor it to your unique organization.


I’ll Create a Custom Plan to:

  • Dramatically increase donor retention
  • Boost fundraising results
  • Improve media visibility and public engagement
     

Get Expert Help—Without the Full-Time Price Tag

Before hiring a full-time Development Director, consider the real costs:

  • Salary and benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Onboarding and training
  • Office space and equipment
  • Paid time off
     

A full-time hire can cost your nonprofit $70K–$100K+ annually.


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 and donor retention expertise
✅ Immediate results—no long training curve

✅ Flexibility and cost efficiency
✅ High-impact work at a fraction of the cost

✅ Results without the overhead 


I bring the same dedication and skill as a full-time hire, at a fraction of the cost. You get the skills and commitment of a full-time pro—without the overhead.


Let’s Talk

Schedule your FREE 20-minute Zoom Discovery Call
Please email Kirt at kirt@smilethebook.com to claim your spot.
We’ll discuss your current challenges and outline effective, actionable strategies tailored to your organization.


Let’s work together to raise more money, retain more donors, and grow your impact.

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."


-Breanna Horsey, Director, Sustainable Iowa Land Trust

Sales Acceleration

Fundraising help from Kirt Manecke

Accelerate Your Fundraising

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

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 from Kirt Manecke

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

Public Relations: Skyrocket Your Visibility and Donations

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. 

Award-winning books by Kirt Manecke

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. 

More Praise

"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 Chairman, 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

Some of Our Media Placements

American Solon logo
Stores magazine logo
Animal Sheltering Magazine logo
The Detroit News logo

Award-Winning Books by Kirt Manecke

Smile: Sell More with Amazing Customer Service book by Kirt Manecke
Smile & Succeed for Teens book by Kirt Manecke

Raise More Money

Kirt will help you raise funds and get the word out about your organization. 

What are you waiting for?

BOOK A FREE CALL

Giving Back

Kirt volunteers for animal welfare orgnizations and created the website www.TellOnePerson.com to educate the public about abusive roadside zoos and the benefits of visiting accredited animal sanctuaries. 

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


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