Are you a development professional at a nonprofit with a lean team and growing demands? If you’re managing multiple fundraising functions with limited time and resources, you’re not alone. Many organizations need development support but lack the budget for additional staff or access to experienced volunteers. Strategic, flexible support can help you move forward—without adding long-term overhead.
Kellye Buchanan, CFRE
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With 29 years of experience, I am well-versed in all aspects of fundraising, with a strong emphasis on Grant Writing and Research. I bring experience and a variety of talents to nonprofit organizations that want to maximize results, having raised over $26 million for social causes in San Diego since 1997.
Areas of Expertise
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I'm passionate about fundraising and supporting issues related to children/youth, education, people with disabilities, mental health, medical research, and the environment.
Background
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With nearly 30 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, I bring a deep understanding of what it takes to secure sustainable funding and build lasting donor relationships. I began my career as a Grant Writer, where I developed a strong foundation in proposal development and institutional giving.
Over the years, I expanded my expertise by partnering with a wide range of nonprofit organizations and working across multiple fundraising disciplines. My experience includes grant writing, special events, direct mail campaigns, donor relations, and strategic marketing and communications, enabling me to support organizations with a comprehensive, results-driven fundraising approach. I earned my Certificate of Fund Raising Management (CFRM) in 2009 and became a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) in 2017, demonstrating my commitment to professional excellence and ethical fundraising practices. I continue to strengthen my skills and stay current with industry trends to help nonprofits grow their impact year after year. |
I'm passionate about fundraising and supporting issues related to children, at-risk youth, education, people with disabilities, mental health, medical research, and the environment. I have raised over $26 million for social causes in San Diego since 1997.
I am proud to have partnered with the following nonprofits:
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