Development Consultants Inc.
Fundraising Advisors for the Jewish Community
Why?
Why DCI?
Unparalleled knowledge of the
Local Community
Our deep experience and know-how of the composition and purpose of your organization, its relationship and interaction in the competitive world of fundraising.
Houses of Worship, the Federation, Foundation, Home for the Aging, Family Service, Community Centers, Community Campuses and Private Education require many pathways to involvement. All are among our clientele.
Unmatched experience in North America
We know the alphabet: ADL, AIPAC, JNF, BBYO, JDL, JFNA, AJC, AJAS, URJ, USCJ, AFHU and more. We count among our clients the Joint Distribution Committee, The Jewish Federations of North America and their members as well as the continental friends societies.
Intimacy with International Associations
The hundreds of organizations who seek funds for distribution abroad. We understand donor driven philanthropy and translate the passion to gift outcomes.
Return on Investment
Campaigns cost $ .04 to $ .08 for every dollar raised. We define success beyond meeting a financial goal. Stewardship of donors and leaders inspires new and future outcomes. Our consultants can help you achieve generations of allegiance.
Record of Performance
Engagements historically exceed financial goals by 130%. Often time’s past records are substantially exceeded. Inspiring results leads to inspiring thought leadership in defining future financial capacity.
Prolonged Nourishment
Achieving a campaign enables donors to “feel good” and honored to participate (Tzedakah). It provides an endorphin gratification that becomes a foundation for future efforts, short and long-term growth, and a great sense of ownership. We help build a "Culture of Philanthropy."
Premier Consulting Team
Milton A. Shorr, founder, and the consulting team bring decades of remarkable experience, perspective, knowledge and passion. All are high achievers, results driven and understand Tzedakah. We become stakeholders in your brand.
Adaptability
DCI provides a flexible service model. On-site and off-site management, part time management, interim staffing, scheduled consultation or other service forms enable you to define the culture and length of counsel to minimize costs.
Competency
Our flexibility, subtle but effervescent service delivery, imbues confidence in the organization, management, and donors. Decades of interpersonal responsiveness makes the difference.
Autonomy
We provide individualized proprietary solutions calibrated to engagement goals and philosophy. Recommendations are data-driven, disciplined, established and achievable.
Art and Science
We believe that fundraising is a science with a defined methodology. The art of providing counsel is in knowing how best to apply specific skills and techniques to your unique needs and circumstances.
Philosophy
Philosophy
DCI believes that
"People give to people – and a good cause"
Enlisted volunteers are the number one campaign outcome indicator
A campaign planning study with top prospective donors and leaders based upon wherewithal will cultivate, steward and identify the best potential supporters and most receptive volunteers
A study will provide data driven -- hard facts -- on the reasons for supporting a campaign
The financial goal should be oversubscribed to enable a positive organizational future
Securing an appointment for a meeting is an art
Individuals give when they are properly asked
A friendly face-to-face meeting is necessary for the best gift result
Always suggest a dollar amount, terms and commemorative opportunity
The best request is peer to peer and must engender confidence and good will
Aspire for a volunteer who can say “I have made my commitment and it feels great, join me”
Solicitation coaching and guidance in a personal meeting utilizing a custom outline
Every request for funds should have precisely the same beginning, middle and ending
Meetings are time sensitive and have a concise pace and tempo
Development Consultants, Inc. goal is to provide solutions empowering you to create a "culture of philanthropy" to boost your financial revenue for years to come.
Every campaign is unique. Once we know you, we design proprietary solutions that imbue, cultivate, steward and engage the constituency to contribute funds and enable you to achieve your dreams.
Check out our custom solutions and services.