Coaching Services

Coaching and mentoring for Development Directors and other Board and Staff Fundraising Leadership is available in person, by internet and telephone.
  • Fundraising skills emphasizing donor development and communications
  • Problem solving -team building in multi-cultural and cross cultural teams
  • Building a strong Management - Board, CEO - Board Chair relationship
  • Budget development, projections and analysis
  • Handling Policy issues and developing policy
  • How to become a consultant or be a more successful one

Being mentored by Maria was a thoroughly positive experience, and the techniques she shared continue to be valuable to me. Maria inspires excellence and a strong sense of collegiality in all of those who know her.
- Laura Roach, Director of Development, Los Angeles Music Center, CA

I just spoke with Andrea Villasenor-Perry this morning and she's loving her time with you. You are making a big difference in San Jose. Gracias
- Jaime Alvarado, Executive Director, SOMOS Mayfair, Santa Clara County, CA

I just want to thank you with all of my heart and soul for lending us your time and incredible level of skills, knowledge and professionalism. I am excited to work with you and keep learning more about this crucial piece of activism. The money piece!
- Jenn Laskin, GirlzSpace, Watsonville YWCA, CA

Thank you so much for your wisdom and empowering attitude--you are the best! - Cindy Ortiz, CMO Consulting, Las Vegas, NV

Fundraising Academy for Communities of Color, CompassPoint
Maria Gitin, CFRE has been a coach for the FACC since its inception, working one on one with diverse professionals to expand their fundraising abilities or introduce them to fund development practices most effective in diverse communities. Learn more at www.compasspoint.org