Phase 1: Foundations

Fundraising Data Strategy and System Roadmap

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In this initial phase, we build a complete understanding of your system, examining your data, workflows, gift records, and connected tools to identify not just the symptoms, but the underlying issues driving them.

The result is a clear, documented System Roadmap that delivers a prioritized plan built specifically for your organization, establishing the strategic foundation for Phase 2.

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What We’ll Do

Small configuration decisions can create big challenges later. This phase ensures your CRM is set up strategically, with optimized settings and workflows that support accurate data, efficient processes, and reliable reporting.

Services in this phase often include:

Online Giving Form Integration
Gift Management Framework
Custom Reports
Constituent Segmentation & Organization
Membership Programs & Workflows
Data Integrity
System Organization Strategy
Integration Troubleshooting

Client Project

Asheville Botanical Garden

After the garden’s migration to Bloomerang, we helped ensure their membership module was structured to fully support automation and long-term use. By configuring membership schedules, renewal tracking, reporting, and online forms, we turned complex historical data into a clear, reliable system —setting the stage for efficient membership management moving forward.

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