Kinetic

Behind every successful fundraising effort is a team working to balance ambitious goals, limited resources, and growing expectations.

At Kinetic, we partner with organizations facing real fundraising challenges, from strengthening donor engagement to preparing for campaigns and navigating change.

Our team works alongside yours to bring clarity, momentum, and confidence to what comes next.

Because the strongest results come from strong partnerships. 🤝

How can we help your organization?
📊 Feasibility Studies
🎯 Campaign Counsel
📈 Annual Giving Strategy

Learn more about our services:
https://www.kineticfundraising.com/our-services/

What makes a need “fundable”?

Sometimes the projects that seem the least exciting can hold the deepest meaning for donors.

Read Butterfield’s latest Power of Philanthropy article on connecting organizational needs with donor values.

📖 https://www.kineticfundraising.com/who-would-fund-a-boiler-room/

Behind every gift is a person who wants their life, experience or success to make a difference for someone else.

Janell Johnson shares why generosity continues to inspire her and what fundraising looks like beyond metrics and campaign totals.

Read more: https://www.kineticfundraising.com/why-i-still-believe-in-philanthropy/

AI can move fast. But great ideas still start with people.

In our latest , Denise Rhoades, VP of Communications, shares a practical take on using AI without losing what matters most: judgment, creativity and authenticity.

Less A, more I.

Read more: https://www.kineticfundraising.com/less-a-more-i/

The conversation doesn’t end here.

The Power of Philanthropy Summit brought together leaders from across the sector to explore how AI is shaping philanthropy and what it means for the future of our work.

If you weren’t able to join us or want to revisit the discussion, the full recordings and key takeaways are now available.

🎥 Watch the keynote and panel
📄 Download the takeaways

https://www.kineticfundraising.com/2026-power-of-philanthropy-summit-key-insights-and-recordings/

Thank you again to Nathan Chappell, Rhodri Davies, Donell Hammond and Carla Meyer de Dumont, and to everyone who was part of this important conversation.

There are seasons in fundraising that feel slower than others.
But even in those moments, the reasons people give remain the same.

In this month’s Power of Philanthropy, Janell Johnson reflects on why she continues to believe in the work.

→ https://www.kineticfundraising.com/why-i-still-believe-in-philanthropy/

The Power of Philanthropy Summit is happening tomorrow, and there’s still time to join us.

We’re bringing together Nathan Chappell and a panel of philanthropic leaders for a timely conversation on the future of philanthropy and the role of AI.

📅 April 17
💻 Free virtual event

👉 Save your spot:
https://www.kineticfundraising.com/power-of-philanthropy-summit-2026/

🎓 Earn CFRE credit:
Full participation is applicable for 2.0 points in Category 1.B - Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

The most successful campaigns don’t start with an ask. They start with a clear strategy, aligned leadership and the right systems in place to build lasting donor relationships.

Take a closer look at what true readiness means in this month’s Strategies for Success.

https://www.kineticfundraising.com/ready-to-conduct-major-gift-fundraising/