advancement partners
world-class experience
With decades of nonprofit fundraising and communications expertise, we champion your vision so you can focus on what you do best—changing the world.
about us
like you, we've been in the trenches.
We've experienced the challenges of serving constituents with a limited budget and the pressures of wearing many hats in a mission-driven organization. And crucially, we understand the extraordinary potential of staying the course, when the course is navigated with expertise.
We're more than just nonprofit fundraising consultants—we are your allies. With decades of experience hitting lofty targets and executing compelling campaigns, we have the know-how and the toolkit to bridge the gap between your organization's aspirations and its current reality.
The PGS WayRequest a call back
Tell us about your organization and we'll set up a conversation.
PGS leadership
Al Frisone, CEO and Senior Consultant
Al Frisone isn't just a fundraiser; he's an architect of high-performance advancement programs. His proven track record speaks volumes: he's the mastermind behind comprehensive initiatives that serve as the cornerstone of maximizing fundraising success for mission-driven organizations. From crafting strategic plans to cultivating principal gifts, Al's meticulous approach unlocks transformative potential, consistently exceeding goals and shattering records.
Full biohow we work
Think of us as navigators in your organization's journey.
We deeply immerse ourselves in understanding your mission, your team, and your vision. It's this exploration that facilitates our bespoke strategic offerings. Your success? That's our destination. The path? Well, consider us your expert navigators, guiding you through challenging terrains and ensuring that every step we take moves you closer to where you aspire to be.
strategy
- Strategic Planning
- Executive Thought Partner
- Program Assessment and Benchmarking
- Staff and Volunteer Training
- Board Development
- Workshop and Retreat Facilitation
- Interim Staffing
fundraising
- Feasibility/Planning Studies
- Capital Campaign Design, Implementation, and Management
- Major and Principal Gifts Programs and Strategy Development
- Corporate Giving and Partnerships
- Foundation/Grant Research and Writing
- Donor Pipeline Assessment and Prioritization
communications
- Integrated Fundraising and Communications Plans
- Campaign Case for Support Development
- Asset and Content Development
- Social Media Strategy
- Media Strategy and Training
- Executive Communications
- Crisis Communications
unleashing your potential by maximizing your resources.
Our partnership with Principal Gift Solutions has been transformative for St. Thomas More High School. Through their strategic guidance, we successfully launched a targeted capital campaign that garnered deep alumni support and engaged a distinguished campaign committee.
Al and Kirsten worked closely with us to reimagine our development and communications department structure for maximum efficiency, creating processes and procedures that have significantly increased our capacity.
MISSION-BASED EXPERTS
education
higher education institutions & private schools
nonprofit
healthcare & social-impact organizations
faith-based
religious communities & affiliated organizations
ORGANIZATIONS OUR TEAM HAS SERVED
our vision
enabling change.
We empower mission-based organizations and educational institutions to transform potential into reality, supercharging growth and impact. Our mission is crafting strategies that are catalysts for significant progress, ensuring that your vision isn't just a dream but tomorrow's headline.
- Step 1
Schedule a call
- Step 2
Share your aspirations
- Step 3
Experience the PGS difference