Schonfield Consulting Newsletter

✨ New Partnerships & Fundraising Insights

By Schonfield Consulting | October 14, 2025 |

In the midst of our very challenging political times (so crazy!) and as the days turn crisper and fall begins, we’re excited to share some news from Schonfield Consulting. We hope this newsletter brings you stories of growth and inspiration from our clients (and hopefully some sanity!) and a few tips from our team. We’d…

New team member + client in Ethiopia

By Schonfield Consulting | September 19, 2025 |

Spring is upon us and it couldn’t come any sooner! At this very discouraging time in our political climate (ugh!), we’re focused on enjoying this season of growth and renewal, with a new Schonfield Consulting team member and several new clients who are doing very inspiring work in the U.S. and internationally. See more below.…

Evaluation approach & year-end news

By Schonfield Consulting | March 20, 2025 |

As we enter the holiday season (how did that happen so fast?!), we’re thinking about gratitude and everything we’re so grateful for (wonderful friends and family, amazing clients, very gratifying projects). But also thinking about all the work that lies ahead after our very difficult elections. We don’t know what the next four years will…

Evaluation + new team member

By Schonfield Consulting | October 17, 2024 |

During this time of summer travel and big political change (!), we’re writing with an update from Schonfield Consulting. We’ve had a busy summer with some recent travel, several new clients and a new team member. See more below. We’d love to hear from you! Please reach out if you have a project to discuss…

Boards that fundraise + client spotlight

By Schonfield Consulting | February 12, 2024 |

Happy New Year from Schonfield Consulting! Since several of our clients wrapped up successful fundraising efforts in 2023, we’re focusing this newsletter on fund development and what your organization can do in 2024 to increase your impact. We’d love to hear from you about your fundraising successes or challenges in 2023 and where you’re…

Summer Newsletter

By Schonfield Consulting | September 21, 2023 |

It’s hard to believe that summer is almost over. At Schonfield Consulting, we’ve had a busy summer, with some fun adventures, several new clients, and a new team member. See more below. Please reach out if you have a project you want to discuss or just to fill us in on your news and updates.…

Spring Newsletter

By Schonfield Consulting | April 13, 2023 |

There’s a lot of “change afoot” across the U.S. with Trump’s indictment (what a trip to watch!), Passover/Easter happening, and our long, wet winter in California finally changing to Spring. At Schonfield Consulting, we’re experiencing change as well, with a diverse group of clients, our growing team, and increasing connections. See more below about…

Fall Greetings From Schonfield Consulting

By Schonfield Consulting | December 8, 2022 |

As we move towards winter and continue to witness very challenging events around our country and the world, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and discouraged. But we’re finding many rays of hope and incredible inspiration in the organizations and clients we’re supporting. See more below about several of our game-changing clients and the unique services…

With gratitude…

By Schonfield Consulting | July 14, 2022 |

As we celebrate Thanksgiving this year, we’re reflecting on the many things we’re extremely grateful for – our wonderful friends and family, very inspiring clients, and leaders who are working day-in and day-out to make meaningful social change. See more below about two inspiring clients working for social justice in the Bay Area. As the…

Thoughts on Mother’s Day

By Schonfield Consulting | May 17, 2021 |

As we celebrate Mother’s Day and hopefully the end of a very difficult year, I’m reminded of so many things. As the mom of two young adults (Theo age 19 and Rebecca age 22!) I think often about what we can do to mentor and support powerful new leaders — especially women — to “come…

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