Fundraising Therapy Talks

Meet Our Experts

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Whitney Brimfield – Strategic Fundraising Leader, Growth Architect, and Board Fundraiser

With more than 30 years of experience, Whitney helps nonprofits cut through the noise, uncover new opportunities, and design smart, sustainable fundraising strategies that drive real impact.

Hannah Paton– Grant Writing and Foundation Relations

Hannah brings deep expertise in writing compelling grants and cultivating strong relationships with foundations to maximize funding opportunities.

Exclusive First Access: Consulting Hour Promotion Just for You

At Spark Point Fundraising, we understand that fundraising and grant strategies are constantly evolving, especially right now. Navigating these changes and finding the right path forward can sometimes feel overwhelming.

That’s why we’re offering you exclusive first access to Fundraising Therapy Talks—a one-hour focused session where you get to share your stickiest fundraising challenges with one of our fundraising experts and receive actionable suggestions and next steps your organization can take right now to solve them.  

We’re offering a limited number of exclusive slots through the summer for $360. Book yours today to secure your spot!

When you sign up, you’ll get:

  • A power-packed one-hour consulting session tailored to your needs
  • Insider expertise on fundraising, grants, or strategy—no fluff, just actionable insights
  • A customized follow-up email with clear next steps, tailored recommendations, and bonus resources

Claim Your Spot

Ready to spark new ideas and get clarity on your next steps? Book your one-hour session today.

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Spark Point Services

At Spark Point, we offer a range of services designed to support your long-term fundraising success:

Fired Up Grants

Our comprehensive, hands-on approach to grant writing and strategy, ensuring your proposals stand out.

 

Strategy Spark

A thorough analysis of your organization's inner workings, an in-depth information gathering and goal-setting phase, and a strategy conversation that leads to a customized fundraising plan that paves a path to success.

Prospect Sprint

A data-driven process designed to identify the best fundraising prospects and take action quickly to turn those opportunities into funding.

Accelerate

A program specifically for small nonprofits just starting out, helping you build a solid foundation for your fundraising efforts and create strategies that lead to sustainable growth.

Spark Point Fundraising
Sparking new ideas and transforming fundraising—one conversation at a time!

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February 2026 Newsletter

February 18, 2026

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Together, we are powerful!

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January 2026 Newsletter

January 22, 2026

Newsletter | January 2026 Subject: A Reminder for Fundraisers: You Are the Spark 21 Days of Fundraising Affirmations Challenge Fundraising moves fast, and it can feel like there is never a slow time. That’s why we created 21 Days of Fundraising Affirmations: a short, steady series offering daily encouragement and practical reminders to help fundraisers stay…

Fundraisers Don’t Get a Reset — So We Made One

January 16, 2026

Most people start the new year refreshed. Fundraisers don’t. There’s no real break between Christmas and January in the nonprofit world. Burnout that showed up in April is still here in December, and January doesn’t magically fix it. Yet the expectation stays the same! That’s hard to do when you’re running on empty. We created…

Reflections on Philanthropy: Uncertainty, Momentum and the Power of Showing Up

January 6, 2026

As we begin a new year in the nonprofit sector, many leaders are sitting with mixed emotions. There is uncertainty. Federal funding continues to shift. Political pressure and increased scrutiny are creating real strain across the sector. Burnout feels close for teams that have been doing more with less for far too long.. At the…

December 2025 Newsletter

December 19, 2025

Newsletter | December 2025 Subject: No Partridge in a Pear Tree… Just Big Wins and Bigger Surprises Client Spotlight: Washington School for Girls This month, we’re celebrating Washington School for Girls’ powerful progress in advancing equity through education — and their grant writing successes with Spark Point. Together, with their development team, we strengthened their approach, refined…

Case Study: Washington School for Girls Fueling Fundraising Momentum Through Strategic Grant Support

December 13, 2025

The Challenge Before partnering with Spark Point, Washington School for Girls (WSFG) was in a fundraising holding pattern. While long-standing funders remained consistent, growth had plateaued. The school’s development team knew it was time to expand their funding base, but without added capacity or strategic grant infrastructure, they couldn’t get ahead. Adding urgency, WSG had…