Our Services

The times have changed for both small and large philanthropy programs. Institutions now require a broader and more comprehensive range of consulting services to help implement more diverse and more specialized programs. Cotton Consulting offers a full-service suite of Capacity Building, Operations Optimization, and Campaign Management services that clients can use individually or as a complete solution—services that are tailored to enable each client to find their unique path to success.

Fundraising Capacity Building


  • Development Assessment & Strategy Formulation
  • Prospect Identification & Research
  • Cultivation, Solicitation, Stewardship Strategies
  • Prospect Network Development
  • Annual Support & Outreach Program Expansion
  • Major Gift, Endowment and Planned Giving Strategies
Some of the Industries We've Helped with Fundraising Capacity Building

Fundraising Operations Optimization


  • Gift Processing & Procedures Development
  • Fundraising Staff Hiring & Mentoring
  • Relationship & Prospect Management
  • Board Leadership Development
  • Interim Executive Management
  • Digital Marketing & Event Strategies
Some of the Industries We've Helped with Fundraising Operations Optimization

Comprehensive Campaign Management


  • Feasibility Studies
  • Campaign Planning, Direction & Oversight
  • Proposal Development
  • Case Statement Development
  • Prospect Identification, Giving Capacity & Solicitation
  • Coordinate & Implement Prospect Solicitations
Some of the Industries We've Helped with Comprehensive Campaign Management