Nonprofit Consulting Services

My Mission

Nexus: an important connection between parts of a system or group of things, a link between people, things and events that happen.

Elevate: raising or lifting something to a higher, improved level.

My mission is to serve as a trusted nexus of strategy and support, working alongside nonprofit organizations to elevate their impact and effectiveness.

The impact of nonprofits extends far beyond the services they provide: they are truly catalysts for transformation, empowering individuals and communities to reach their full potential.

I see the role of the consultant as helping you identify where your organization needs support, then providing thoughtful guidance and hands-on assistance to strengthen those areas. The goal is to amplify the important work you’re already doing, strengthen revenue and resources, increase sustainability, and improve overall operations.

As a consultant, I bring a fresh perspective and deep sector experience to help nonprofits identify blind spots, prioritize needs, and chart a clear path toward greater impact and long-term success. I serve as a bridge between where your organization is today and where it wants to be, helping identify and address gaps in strategy, resources, and capacity.

Together, we build on your strengths, navigate challenges, and create practical, achievable solutions that enhance effectiveness - so your mission can thrive and your organization can reach its fullest potential.


 

Elevating Impact from Seed to Success: Tailored Solutions for Nonprofit Growth at Every Stage.

At Nexus Elevate, I specialize in nurturing and guiding nonprofit organizations from their earliest stages - much like a seed being planted when an idea for a needed organization is first taking shape - through to reaching their full potential. My work supports organizations in making meaningful impact in their communities, growing thoughtfully, and building long-term sustainability through strategic planning and effective fundraising.

Nexus Elevate Nonprofit Solutions is more than a consulting practice; it is a committed partnership focused on strengthening both impact and sustainability. I bring a deep well of experience, a thoughtful approach, and a genuine commitment to helping organizations flourish - providing tailored nonprofit consulting services that meet you where you are and support where you want to go.

My Approach

My journey began with a clear and deeply held purpose: to help nonprofit organizations strengthen their fundraising capacity through annual and major giving programs, secure grant funding, and ultimately expand their impact and create meaningful change in their communities. Over time, my work naturally expanded to include nonprofit formation, strategic planning, board development, fundraising planning, branding and marketing, and communications.

Along the way, I repeatedly saw how difficult it can be for new and smaller organizations - often doing critically important work - to access the resources and professional support needed to grow and thrive. That ongoing reality raised an essential question: how can nonprofits be better supported to build capacity, sustainability, and long-term impact?

With a particular passion for animal and wildlife welfare, environmental conservation, and social services, my work is grounded in a strong belief in the interconnectedness of human, community, animal, and environmental well-being. I am especially drawn to supporting organizations with missions rooted in this shared understanding of “one welfare,” where thriving communities and healthy ecosystems go hand in hand.

At Nexus Elevate, I take the time to understand where your organization is today, what you are working toward, and the challenges you are navigating. From there, I tailor my consulting services to align with your priorities and capacity. Whether you are a start-up nonprofit laying strong foundations, or a more established organization looking to strengthen strategic planning, fundraising, board development, branding and communications, or programmatic work, I provide thoughtful guidance at every step.

I know firsthand that nonprofit work is challenging, complex, and deeply meaningful. Respect, transparency, trust, integrity - and a sense of joy in the work - are at the core of how I partner with organizations to help elevate their missions in sustainable and achievable ways.

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Principal Consultant

Hi, I’m Wendy Kotorynski. With 20+ years of nonprofit leadership, fundraising and consulting experience — I am here to help your organization succeed. Welcome!

Learn more about my background.

☎ Contact

wendy@nexuselevate.com
(562) 713-4056


Services


Grants Support

Compelling proposals, funding strategy, and reporting support. Learn more here


Board development

Guiding boards toward stronger governance, leadership, and impact. Learn more here


Strategic Planning

Actionable plans to align mission, operations, and growth. Learn more here


Executive Director Services

Interim or advisory leadership to strengthen your organization. Learn more here


Fundraising Support

Major gifts, campaigns, and donor stewardship guidance. Learn more here


Marketing and Communications

Content, social media, and branding support for nonprofits. Learn more here

 

 
 
Nonprofits do the work that matters most. Consultants exist to help them do it well.
— Nexus Elevate Nonprofit solutions
 
 

 
 

Let's Chat

Have a question, an idea, or a challenge you’d like to talk through? I’d love to learn more about your organization and discuss whether consulting support could be a good fit to help you reach your organization’s goals.