I partner with mission-driven nonprofits to identify high-net-worth donors and grants that align with their missions. I also offer writing services to nonprofits to raise more money to champion support for their missions.
NONPROFIT MILLIONAIRES
Our Services
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Identify potential donors aligned with our mission. Conduct in-depth research, analyze data, and create donor profiles. Drive impactful fundraising by cultivating meaningful connections. Join us in making a lasting difference.
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Shape mission-driven initiatives with strategic expertise. Drive organizational growth and amplify impact. Lead comprehensive strategic planning process, from research to implementation. Create positive change by aligning goals with community needs.
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Unlock funding for your mission-critical initiatives. Expert grant writing services tailored to your organization's unique needs. We craft compelling narratives that effectively convey your impact and resonate with funders. Trust our experienced team to maximize your chances of securing grants and amplifying your organization's reach and influence.
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Compelling storytelling that drives action. We craft impactful appeals to inspire generosity and support your mission. Harness the power of words. Choose us for powerful fundraising narratives.
About Matt
Matt Stokes has been in the fundraising industry for more than ten years, working largely with educational nonprofit organizations. He is currently the senior associate director, prospect management and research at Morehouse. Matt has also served as the senior development officer for Posse Atlanta, the administrative services manager for development at Berea College, the development associate/executive assistant to the CEO at Christopher House, and the development assistant at Holy Trinity High School (Chicago). Over the course of his career, he has performed both development and development operations work.
Matt is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA), and the African American Development Officers Network (AADO). He is an advocate of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). He volunteers for APRA's Editorial Advisory Committee for its weekly online publication called Connections, AFP Global's Research Council and Emerging Leaders Task Force, and Men of Color in Development's (MOCID) Mentoring Committee. He is on the board of the AFP Greater Atlanta Chapter; he serves as the new member chair.
A native of Chicago, Matt graduated with a BA in history from Oberlin College and a MA in organizational leadership from Western Kentucky University. He has a certificate in marketing and public relations (strategic sport communications) as well as a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification. In his leisure time, he likes to write, bowl, brunch with family and friends, and travel.
"Good words have their place. They signal behavior. They declare intent. They can create enormous hope. And when those words are followed by validating behavior, they increase trust, sometimes dramatically. But when the behavior doesn't follow or doesn't match the verbal message, words turn into withdrawals." - Stephen M. R. Covey, The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything
"As you build and maintain relationships with donors interested in your organization, think carefully about how to keep them in the loop. They would like to be educated and informed about what you do. Show them what they mean to your organization. It matters greatly." -Matt Stokes, Founder of MDS Consulting Firm/Nonprofit Millionaires
Testimonials
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"Matt has a creative mind and a passion for helping people. When you put the two together you have an amazing foundation that will open the door for new donors."
Deborah C., Holy Trinity High School
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"As a calm and thoughtful development professional, Matt is one of those rare fundraisers who listens before speaking. He brought his experience to Illinois Action for Children and made an impact on our individual giving and annual gala event."
Craig M., Illinois Action for Children
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"Matt is a tremendous talent, providing background information on our prospective donors, be they alumni, friends, corporations, foundations, or other organizations. He is dependable, thoughtful, and creative, and he uses a series of research tools to enable us to have expansive, up-to-date solid information on our prospective donors."
Brenda W., Morehouse College
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"Based upon our resource limitations we did not expect to attract a professional with the ability to interact with frontline fundraisers, research prospects, build a prospect management foundation, and address data analytic needs. Matt is by far one of the best hires I have made and had the pleasure to supervise during my career. He has made noteworthy progress in each of those areas. He has exceeded our expectations."
Sandy Y., Morehouse College
