Testimonials & Success Stories

Planned Giving:

During Tess' time as Planned Giving Fundraiser at Ecojustice, she grew prospects and expectancies by over 30%. She successfully ran a survey program, introduced two new marketing channels, and improved the stewardship program to ensure a lifelong commitment to the cause. 

She then went on to launch the first formal Planned Giving program at YMCA BC! She’s since helped mid-sized charities grow their Planned Giving, developing new portfolios valued at $300,000 - $2 million in future revenue!

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"Tess is a highly talented fundraiser who ensures her work meets high professional and ethical standards. She was instrumental in helping develop and implement marketing strategies for Ecojustice’s Planned Giving Program. Her enthusiasm, attention to detail, and authentic care for donors shine through in all aspects of her work and she’s incredibly fun to work with!"

Huda Al-Saedy
(Former) Director of Development, Ecojustice

“Planned Giving was stuck, so I quit. Someone needed to step up, and it’s Tess. Teaching the NEW Planned Giving for charities. She’s building fundraising programs that include planned (non-cash) gifts… off the side of your desk to create cash ON your books now! I’m grateful someone is picking up the torch! Thank you, Tess! You are my successor.”

Paul Nazareth, MFA-P
Former VP, Education & Development at CAGP Canada
The Planned Giving Professor
Consultant & Generosity Educator

Fractional Fundraising:

“Tess’ strategic direction and understanding of individual giving has been essential to our recovery from the COVID pandemic as a performing arts organization. I highly recommend her to any small non-profit looking to grow their fundraising program”

Duncan Watts-Grant
Executive Director, Vancouver Fringe Theatre Society

Read the case study about how the Vancouver Fringe increased their individual giving by 298% in 3 years!

“Tess completely transformed our fundraising. We not only got someone to complete the work we needed to get done, but we had an expert provide us with strategy as our organization grew and evolved. I highly recommend Tess!”

Michael Le
(Former) Executive Director, Pacific Dental Services Foundation (PDSF)

Read the case study about how PDSF went from just over $1 million in annual revenue to $2 million in 2.5 years with Fractional Fundraising!

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Trusted by:

Logo of Kiwassa, featuring the word 'Kiwassa' in blue and green with a small green leaf.
Logo of Pacific Dental Services Foundation with a circular icon of gray and blue stylized teeth and the foundation's name in black and blue text.
Logo of RealWheels Theatre with black gears above the text and tagline 'Theatre | Pivotal Performances'.
The United Way logo featuring a red stylized hand holding a rainbow, with the text "United Way" in gray and "British Columbia" in black beneath it.
Logo for TB Vets with blue diagonal stripes and text 'Est. 1946'.

“I had the pleasure of working with Tess during her initial fundraising role. In no time, she advanced to become one of my most effective Fundraising Managers.

Under Tess's leadership, her team became one of the finest I have ever seen. They consistently delivered outstanding performance, surpassing their targets for over two years. Tess's strategic mindset played a significant role in their success, setting her apart from others.

I can’t recommend Tess highly enough. If you have the opportunity to work with her, seize it without hesitation!”

Jules D’Oca
Fundraising Training & Development Manager