[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Workshops, Training, and Facilitation” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]I absolutely love training others to do good even better.
Whether you need a custom fundraising training session, a hands-on marketing workshop, a planning session or facilitation, or and a staff teambuilding retreat, I can help.
I’m laser-focused on providing your team with realistic, real-life solutions for your specific needs. My activity-driven, high-energy, high-impact sessions are perfect for smaller to mid-sized nonprofits and can be hosted for staff, board, volunteers, or a combination of your desired stakeholders.
You choose the length of time and I’ll work with your team on structure, content, and agenda and promise to deliver the results you want.
I’m here to help! Contact me to put my expertise to use building your organization!
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“Laura’s workshops are always filled with tried-and-true methods, firsthand insight, and a plethora of examples. I leave inspired, eager, and full of ideas.” – Julie Bilbrey, former Development Manager-Community Engagement, Baby TALK
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1524762813507{margin-right: 10px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: #1e4859 !important;}”][ultimate_modal modal_title=”60-Minute Clinic” modal_on=”text” read_text=”60-Minute Clinic” modal_size=”block” overlay_bg_color=”#dbdbdb” overlay_bg_opacity=”50″ header_bg_color=”#89bf2e” modal_border_style=”solid” modal_border_width=”2″ modal_border_radius=”0″ img_size=”80″ txt_color=”#ffffff” header_font_style=”font-weight:bold;” trigger_text_font_size=”desktop:36px;” trigger_text_line_height=”desktop:38px;”]By phone or video call, spend an hour with me and get inspired and organized with some spot-on nonprofit advice. Set up a 1-on-1 call with me, or schedule with a group from your team. Ask me anything: from special event questions to fundraising advice to overcoming communications challenges, you won’t believe what we’ll be able to accomplish in an hour!
- One-hour call or video chat: $40
- Don’t think 1 hour is enough? No problem! Add 30-minute increments on for just $15 each!
This service is discounted by 55% for SCA/NVCN members!
Want more information or to sign up for a call slot? Email or call me at 217-778-1687.[/ultimate_modal][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1523028359447{margin-top: -35px !important;}”]
Transform your work in 1 hour and just $40!
Get the details here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1524763268718{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: #c0df9e !important;}”][ultimate_modal modal_title=”Fundraising Letters” modal_on=”text” read_text=”Fundraising Letters” modal_size=”block” overlay_bg_color=”#dbdbdb” overlay_bg_opacity=”50″ header_bg_color=”#0e6066″ modal_border_style=”solid” modal_border_width=”2″ modal_border_radius=”0″ img_size=”80″ txt_color=”#ffffff” header_font_style=”font-weight:bold;” trigger_text_font_size=”desktop:36px;” trigger_text_line_height=”desktop:38px;”]With mailboxes overflowing with advertising slicks, junk mail, and endless appeals for money, how does your group get your fundraising letter opened and responded to?
I’m a proven pro at creating irresistible high-impact fundraising appeals. Using my compelling story-driven writing and attractive layouts, you’ll see response rates and donation amounts soar.
- Proof, edit & upgrade your draft letter: $90
- Create a from-scratch letter: $225
- Create reply pieces and inserts for your letter: $135
This is a 50% discount for SCA/NVCN members!
Ready to put my talents to work raising you more money? Email or call me at 217-778-1687.[/ultimate_modal][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1523984879085{margin-top: -35px !important;}”]
Powerful letters mean more $$ for your mission.
Get the details here.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1524763240689{margin-left: 10px !important;padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: #90ca6c !important;}”][ultimate_modal modal_title=”Storytelling” modal_on=”text” read_text=”Storytelling” modal_size=”block” modal_style=”overlay-show-genie” overlay_bg_color=”#dbdbdb” overlay_bg_opacity=”50″ header_bg_color=”#efbb36″ modal_border_style=”solid” modal_border_width=”2″ modal_border_radius=”0″ img_size=”80″ txt_color=”#ffffff” header_font_style=”font-weight:bold;” trigger_text_font_size=”desktop:36px;” trigger_text_line_height=”desktop:38px;”]Storytelling is one of the most effective ways your group can engage audiences – donors, new volunteers, the media, and your community. Let me work with you to write up highly engaging stories of your programs and impact as told through the voice of your clients, volunteers, or even staff. They’ll move people to action with their wallets and their time!
For each story, you’ll receive a full write-up (with photos) to post on your website, short versions for use in print and e-newsletters, and social media clip versions.
Interviewing + all write-ups for:
- 2 storyboards: $350
- 4 storyboards: $630
- 8 storyboards: $840
Storytelling services are at a 40-55% SCA/NVCN discount!
Ready to have me start weaving powerful stories for your group? Give a call at 217-778-1687 or email me.[/ultimate_modal][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1523984894166{margin-top: -35px !important;}”]
A powerful tool to recruit volunteers & motivate donors.
Get the details here.
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“My phone session with Laura was so valuable! A ton of outstanding ideas packed into an hour! Great new concepts for our newsletters and innovative ideas for our events!”
[/vc_column_text][ultimate_heading sub_heading_color=”#1e4859″ sub_heading_font_size=”desktop:18px;”]– Ashleigh Washington, Williamsburg Area Faith In Action[/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1524763278434{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;border-top-width: 2px !important;border-right-width: 2px !important;border-bottom-width: 2px !important;border-left-width: 2px !important;padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 5px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;border-left-color: #c0df9e !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #c0df9e !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #c0df9e !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #c0df9e !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}” el_class=”column-border”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1522678761299{margin-bottom: -5px !important;}”]
“Using Laura’s ideas, our year-end appeal went from raising $3,400 to over $15,000 – 450% more and an incredible return on our investment. I highly recommend Laura’s fundraising letters – they really work!”
[/vc_column_text][ultimate_heading sub_heading_color=”#c0df9e” sub_heading_font_size=”desktop:18px;”]– Teresa Bostic, Shepherd’s Center Greenbrier Valley[/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ el_class=”column-border” css=”.vc_custom_1524763247940{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-right: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;border-top-width: 2px !important;border-right-width: 2px !important;border-bottom-width: 2px !important;border-left-width: 2px !important;padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;border-left-color: #90ca6c !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #90ca6c !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #90ca6c !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #90ca6c !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1522674103373{margin-bottom: -5px !important;}”]
“Laura has a true talent for telling powerful stories about our work, our clients, and our impact. She has really helped to put a face on our organization’s efforts with her storytelling work.”
[/vc_column_text][ultimate_heading sub_heading_color=”#90ca6c” sub_heading_font_size=”desktop:18px;”]– Teresa Bostic, Shepherd’s Center Greenbrier Valley[/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”23″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1524762930462{margin-right: 10px !important;padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: #1e4859 !important;}”][ultimate_modal modal_title=”#WordMagic” modal_on=”text” read_text=”#WordMagic” modal_size=”block” overlay_bg_color=”#dbdbdb” overlay_bg_opacity=”50″ header_bg_color=”#89bf2e” modal_border_style=”solid” modal_border_width=”2″ modal_border_radius=”0″ img_size=”80″ txt_color=”#ffffff” header_font_style=”font-weight:bold;” trigger_text_font_size=”desktop:36px;” trigger_text_line_height=”desktop:38px;”]
Still using a tri-fold or clip art? If you feel your materials are stuck in yesteryear or aren’t getting the impact you want, let me put my #wordmagic writing skills to work. I’ll edit materials you have or create new copy for whatever you need, including:
Most copy I develop for you can (and should be) used across multiple communications platforms, creating an even bigger bang for your buck. PACKAGES:
My #WordMagic services are offered at a 40-65% discount to SCA/NVCN members! Ready for some #WordMagic action? What to discuss your needs or ideas? Call me at 217-778-1687 or email me! |
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Crafting words to take anything written to the next level!
Get the details here.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1525015732308{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: #c0df9e !important;}”][ultimate_modal modal_title=”Fundraising Letters” modal_on=”text” read_text=”Fundraising Letters” modal_size=”block” overlay_bg_color=”#dbdbdb” overlay_bg_opacity=”50″ header_bg_color=”#0e6066″ modal_border_style=”solid” modal_border_width=”2″ modal_border_radius=”0″ img_size=”80″ txt_color=”#ffffff” header_font_style=”font-weight:bold;” trigger_text_font_size=”desktop:36px;” trigger_text_line_height=”desktop:38px;”]With mailboxes overflowing with advertising slicks, junk mail, and endless appeals for money, how does your group get your fundraising letter opened and responded to?
I’m a proven pro at creating irresistible high-impact fundraising appeals. Using my compelling story-driven writing and attractive layouts, you’ll see response rates and donation amounts soar.
- Proof, edit & upgrade your draft letter: $90
- Create a from-scratch letter: $225
- Create reply pieces and inserts for your letter: $135
This is a 50% discount for SCA/NVCN members!
Ready to put my talents to work raising you more money? Email or call me at 217-778-1687.[/ultimate_modal][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1523984879085{margin-top: -35px !important;}”]
Powerful letters mean more $$ for your mission.
Get the details here.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1525015739461{margin-left: 10px !important;padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: #90ca6c !important;}”][ultimate_modal modal_title=”Strategic Planning & Organizational Growth” modal_on=”text” read_text=”Strategic Planning & Organizational Growth” modal_size=”block” overlay_bg_color=”#dbdbdb” overlay_bg_opacity=”50″ header_bg_color=”#0e6066″ modal_border_style=”solid” modal_border_width=”2″ modal_border_radius=”0″ img_size=”80″ txt_color=”#ffffff” header_font_style=”font-weight:bold;” trigger_text_font_size=”desktop:36px;” trigger_text_line_height=”desktop:38px;”]Looking to grow your organization or plan for the future? If you need a shot in the arm to boost efforts, I can help. I’m a passionate organizational growth expert, and will work with you, your staff, and your board to get you the skills and plans you need to grow and do good even better!
Organizational Development Coaching or Consulting:
- 2 Hour Wrap-Your-Head-Around-Things Session: 2-hour planning session to talk through needs and ideas and get you organized for action: $90
- 5 Hours of Get Organized Jam Sessions: 5 hours of planning and strategy work to fuel your efforts: $200
- 10 Hour Giddy Up ‘n Go: 10 hours of my ‘let’s hit it’ time: I help you and your team plan, strategize, and implement ideas to help you grow: $350
- On-Call Help Desk: The nonprofit doctor is in for 2 hours each month for a year to give you custom advice: $720
- Custom Help: Tell me what you need and we’ll create a custom plan to deliver results. Get 50% off my normal rates!
Strategic Planning:
Need to create or upgrade your strategic plan? If so, let’s plan a 1 or 2-day RETREAT – I come to you. Depending on group size and session structure: $2,200-$4,200 (does not include travel or lodging costs)
These services are at a 40-60% discount to SCA/NVCN members!
Want to chat more about what you need? I’m all ears! Call me at 217-778-1687, or shoot me an email![/ultimate_modal][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1523984943296{margin-top: -32px !important;}”]
Do the good work you do even better!
Get the details here.
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“Laura’s writing talents are amazing. Clear, concise, compelling – she quickly and adeptly spins words of gold about our work and clients. She’s helped us engage new audiences, increase donations, and attract more people to events.”
[/vc_column_text][ultimate_heading sub_heading_color=”#1e4859″ sub_heading_font_size=”desktop:18px;”]– Rita[/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1525015891416{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-right: 1px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;border-top-width: 2px !important;border-right-width: 2px !important;border-bottom-width: 2px !important;border-left-width: 2px !important;padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 5px !important;padding-left: 15px !important;border-left-color: #c0df9e !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #c0df9e !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #c0df9e !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #c0df9e !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1522678761299{margin-bottom: -5px !important;}”]
“Using Laura’s ideas, our year-end appeal went from raising $3,400 to over $15,000 – 450% more and an incredible return on our investment. I highly recommend Laura’s fundraising letters – they really work!”
[/vc_column_text][ultimate_heading sub_heading_color=”#c0df9e” sub_heading_font_size=”desktop:18px;”]– Teresa Bostic, Shepherd’s Center Greenbrier Valley[/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1525103322982{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;border-top-width: 2px !important;border-right-width: 2px !important;border-bottom-width: 2px !important;border-left-width: 2px !important;padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 5px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;border-left-color: #90ca6c !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #90ca6c !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-top-color: #90ca6c !important;border-top-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #90ca6c !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1522673979112{margin-bottom: -5px !important;}”]
“As we planned for our 20th year, Laura’s advice has been crucial. She’s helped us maximize every opportunity and got our communications, events, and needs efficiently and effectively lined up. A super resource!”
[/vc_column_text][ultimate_heading sub_heading_color=”#90ca6c” sub_heading_font_size=”desktop:18px;”]– Bill Farrell, Shepherd’s Center of Oakton-Vienna[/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”63″][vc_separator border_width=”2″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”228″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_custom_heading text=”About Laura” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Laura Huth-Rhoades is Chief Changemaker at do good Consulting and a proud preferred provider for Shepherd’s Centers of America and the National Volunteer Caregiving Network. Following her popular workshops at the 2016 national NVCN/SCA conference, she developed a discounted training and consulting program to further assist SCA and NVCN groups.
Laura is an award-winning communications specialist, a fundraising pro, and passionate organizational development expert who is deeply committed to helping build SCA & NVCN groups across the U.S.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
