Carlin Kuhlmann founded CK Communications to help nonprofit organizations create compelling narratives and thoughtful communication pieces that amplify fundraising success and advance their missions. With over 16 years of experience in fundraising and nonprofit management, Carlin is an expert at crafting messaging that inspires donors to give and motivates volunteers to act. During her fundraising career at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and the Hoag Hospital Foundation, Carlin worked with some of the community’s most influential philanthropists and frequently solicited gifts of $1 million+. Carlin has raised significant support for these organizations, establishing and sustaining important programs through her ability to articulate a compelling case for support, build meaningful relationships, and connect philanthropists with visionary leaders. Today, Carlin draws on her depth of experience and fundraising knowledge to help organizations tell their unique stories through donor communications that engage constituents and drive fundraising results. Read more…

Shaff Fundraising Group is the trusted consulting partner for nonprofits. We empower your mission with data-driven strategies and expert guidance to achieve measurable results. We equip nonprofits with strategic fundraising, marketing, analytics expertise, and innovative solutions to enhance their fundraising and marketing efforts. Since our inception, we have championed a results-oriented approach tailored to the nonprofit sector— blending deep analytics with strategic marketing and fundraising consulting to deliver customized solutions for each organization’s unique goals. Our methodology evaluates key performance indicators across your fundraising operations, enabling us to craft precise, actionable strategies that maximize donor engagement and drive sustainable growth. Read more…