We Partner With Nonprofits for Transformational Change
We partner with over 700 organizations annually in big cities and small towns across the U.S. and around the world. From local food banks to global charities, our work spans across nonprofit sectors. Explore our case studies below for a snapshot of how we implement bespoke solutions to our nonprofit partner’s most pressing challenges.
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Sarasota Orchestra
Atlantic
CCS is partnering with Sarasota Orchestra to raise approximately $400 million for the first world-class acoustic concert hall on Florida’s West Coast.
West Virginia State University
Atlantic
West Virginia State University (WVSU) raised over 85% of its goal within just two years of a planned five-year campaign, and CCS supported WVSU in preparation for its public launch.
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA)
Central
The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA), the state’s only residential high school and its top-ranked STEM institution, partnered with CCS Fundraising to conduct a feasibility study and subsequently launch a $15 million fundraising campaign.
Howard Brown Health
Central
Howard Brown Health (HBH) engaged CCS to strengthen its fundraising infrastructure in preparation for a $19 million comprehensive campaign. CCS’s strategic counsel and training helped HBH secure six-figure gifts and develop a major gift program.
Potomac Conservancy
Atlantic
CCS partnered with the Potomac Conservancy to raise over $8 million to protect the Potomac River and ensure clean drinking water and healthier communities.
James Beard Foundation
Northeast
CCS worked with the James Beard Foundation to launch their largest campaign to date, update their philanthropic model, and triple the size of their development team in four years.
The Viscardi Center
Northeast
The Viscardi Center re-engaged CCS for a feasibility study and campaign. In just over one year of a five-year campaign, The Viscardi Center has raised the $7.5 million working goal, and is now aiming for an increased goal of $10 million.
Park Hill United Methodist Church: A New Culture of Philanthropy
West
PHUMC, which had not embarked on a capital campaign in 40 years, engaged CCS for a feasibility study. Our work converted to campaign strategy and activation for the Celebrating Our Legacy, Embracing Our Future campaign, which raised over $1M (30% of goal) during its planning phase.
India Basin Waterfront Park: A Beautiful Space to Unite the Community
West
The India Basin Waterfront Park campaign is a collaborative effort between CCS Fundraising, San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department, Trust for Public Land, San Francisco Parks Alliance, the A. Philip Randolph Institute, and the Bayview-Hunters Point Community to raise $75M.
National Women’s Hall of Fame: Celebrating and Empowering American Women
Northeast
The NWFH engaged CCS to run a feasibility study, help hire leadership, reengage past inductees, and enhance exposure to support NWHF’s ongoing work to empower women since 1969.