YOUR NEXT STEP


Nonprofit Fundraising

with Noel McKenzie

  • Raising money for your nonprofit can feel like a lot.

    If you’re feeling stuck, Your Next Step can help.

My Expertise

I’m an engagement specialist focused on communities, workforces, and funders, with over 15 years of experience in social impact. I have worked alongside hundreds of small business and nonprofit leaders as a coach, facilitator, and support agent. I’ve helped small but mighty teams—from solo founders to groups—fundraise from donors, corporate sponsors, and charitable foundations, as well as engage with organizations like Airbnb, Google, and Meta.

I hold a Master’s in Nonprofit Management from The New School. As a former nonprofit founder, I have been recognized as a Roddenberry Fellow, Aspen Institute Fellow, and NYC/EDC Fellow. I was also honored by BET Network for my work supporting Black and Brown nonprofit leaders in New York.

MY APPROACH

  • Let's build a funding staircase — so you can stop climbing in circles.

MY offerings

Transform your fundraising with step-by-step support

  • For nonprofit leaders ready for funding beyond grants.

    Key Benefits

    • A clear funding story based on your unique strengths. A 90-minute session + custom roadmap to boost donor giving within weeks.

  • For nonprofit teams ready to grow their corporate giving program.

    Key Benefits

    • Donor campaign templates, 12-weeks of weekly sessions to grow and launch a corporate partner pipeline.

  • For nonprofit teams ready to find long-term funding strength.

    Key Benefits

    Diverse funding streams, 3-6 months of factional support bringing a campaign across the finish line and a donor-powered growth engine.

Success Stories

  • “Noel was wonderful and kept us on track!.”

    Abril, Citizens Committee NYC

  • “Thank you for helping ICM develop and being part of my Journey!”

    Tyisha, Incredible Credible Messengers

  • “You have been such an inspiration to me, that I wanted to reach out to say thank you.”

    Tricia, God’s Love We Deliver

  • “It was exactly what I needed at a point in my life when I was trying to pick up some pieces and figure out what path I wanted to take with my professional and personal life, quite frankly..”

    Marissa, Tallawah Consulting

  • "Noel is always so engaging, and creates a comfortable and friendly atmosphere for us to share ideas and experiences."

    Damian, The Refugee Translation Project

  • "As a first time Executive Director I appreciated the care and attention Noel brought to creating practical, welcoming trainings and peer-driven opportunities to get the foundational knowledge I needed to get started. I still connect with peers and consultants I met through Noel's leadership support."

    Pilar, Center for Urban Pedagogy.

  • "Noel served."

    Shiori, Vibrant Emotional health

  • "as an entrepreneur there are so many priorities. after an hour with noel, i left feeling realigned and able to prioritize what comes next."

    Theon, Theon Freeman Events

  • The man knows what's really good for the hood. Noel helped us clarify our mission, refine our storytelling and secure nearly $2,000 in 30 days (our first fundraiser!)

    Jerri, Sew So Fresh

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