JDK&A Resident-Directed,

Full-time Consultation

Part-time Consulting Provided By Other Firms

Available any time 24/7 to the volunteers and staff.  Personal attention is given to the client in all phases of the campaign.

Time is divided among multiple clients and can impact the personal attention required.

Campaign is of shorter duration. Volunteers remain enthusiastic and committed.

Usually several months longer in duration. Lengthy campaigns can overburden and exhaust volunteers.

Assists in maximizing fund raising potential throughout the community.   

Limits total fund raising potential.

On site and available to monitor and address all campaign issues as they arise.

Not readily available to address unanticipated concerns immediately.

Personally observes campaign progress and determines where professional experience is needed.

Heavier reliance on volunteers to identify areas that need attention.

Available when volunteers require coaching and guidance.  

Coaching and meeting times are subject to the availability of the part-time director. Schedule must compete with other campaigns.

Prepares all campaign materials for client approval.

Client’s staff and volunteers must supply all campaign materials.

Fees and expenses are predictable and controlled.

In addition to campaign fees and expenses, the client is usually responsible for additional items such as airfare, hotel, auto rental, telephone calls, and meals.