Kaci - Fundraising and Organizational Growth Specialists

01/11/2026

Today is Human Trafficking Awareness Day. It reminds us of a reality that is often hidden yet far more widespread than people realize.

Human trafficking is a form of modern slavery, where people are exploited and abused through force, fraud, or coercion. It exists in every region of the world, including North America, and it thrives in situations of poverty, instability, and vulnerability. Millions of people worldwide are affected, often unseen and unheard.

At Kaci, we work alongside organizations addressing some of the world’s most complex challenges. One of those partners is Impact Nations, a valued Kaci client doing frontline work to prevent trafficking, support survivors, and strengthen communities so that exploitation has fewer places to take root.

Impact Nations focuses on long-term solutions. They employ economic empowerment and community-based development to help vulnerable people stabilize their lives and lift themselves out of poverty. By providing them with the tools and opportunities needed to thrive on their own, they remove the conditions that allow exploitation to take root.

Awareness matters, but it means more when combined with action. We encourage you to take time today to learn more about human trafficking and the work being done to stop it.

Visit www.impactnations.com to learn more about their work.

01/01/2026

As we welcome 2026, our team is looking back with gratitude and forward with focus. The nonprofits we serve finished another busy year of fundraising, impact, and community building. It has been a privilege to support their work every step of the way.

A new year is an opportunity for clarity. For nonprofits, that means stepping back, evaluating what worked, and choosing the direction that will create the most meaningful progress. At Kaci, this is where we do our best work: helping organizations set a clear course and follow it with confidence.

To start the year, here are a few New Year’s resolutions from the Kaci team:
- Help our partners clarify their identity and messaging
- Build stronger donor journeys that increase engagement and retention
- Support teams in developing better systems and workflows
- Strengthen the quality of year-round storytelling and stewardship
- Partner with more nonprofits to grow their long-term impact

Clarity fuels momentum. Strategy, communication, fundraising, and team alignment all become easier when organizations know who they are, why they exist, and what they’re chasing.

As you begin 2026, take time to define your direction. Choose one thing to focus on that will move your mission forward with purpose.

From all of us at Kaci, Happy New Year! May 2026 be a year filled with growth and impact.

12/17/2025

As we enter the season of holiday joy, the Kaci team is taking time to reflect on the role joy plays in strong nonprofit work. December is a busy month for fundraisers. Campaigns, deadlines, and year-end goals move quickly. It’s easy for joy to fade under the pressure of so much work, yet it is an essential element of sustainable impact.

Joy multiplies effort. It keeps teams motivated, strengthens relationships, and reminds everyone why the work matters. We see this every day in the organizations we support, and it gives us energy for our own work.

This season, we are grateful for the things that bring us joy at Kaci:
- Clients who trust us with their mission
- Teams that stay committed to putting people first
- Donors who continue giving with generosity and hope
- Stories of our shared work creating impact around the world
- New partners joining us next year

We encourage nonprofits to share more of the good this season. Celebrate your wins, highlight positive impact, recognize the people who bring energy and resilience to your work, and thank your supporters for the joy their generosity has brought.

Positive stories strengthen your culture and your community. They lift people up, especially in a season built on hope.

From all of us at Kaci, we wish you a joyful holiday season. May your work reflect the light you bring into the world.

12/14/2025

Today is Sustainable Entrepreneurship Day, a reminder that business and positive impact strengthen each other when built with intention.

At Kaci, we help nonprofits grow their fundraising and expand their reach. We are a small team, but we design our work to be sustainable in ways that matter.

Here is what sustainability looks like for us:
- Fully online operations, which means no daily commutes and less time and energy spent in transit
- Flexible technology that lets us communicate clearly with clients and turn around work quickly
- A business model built entirely around supporting nonprofits, so our growth helps increase their impact

What we appreciate most is how rare this combination is. We operate as a business, but every hour of our work strengthens organizations serving people in need. It is a privilege to help clients grow impact that benefits communities close to home and around the world.

Sustainable entrepreneurship is not only about environmental choices; it is about building organizations that leave the world better than they found it.

We’d love to hear what makes your work sustainable in the long run!

12/10/2025

Today is Human Rights Day, a reminder that dignity, safety, and opportunity should belong to every person. These things are easy to take for granted in wealthy countries like Canada and the US. Yet around the world, many communities still face barriers that limit these fundamental rights.

One of the organizations working to change this is Impact Nations, a Kaci client dedicated to creating practical, community-led solutions in places that need them most. Their teams work alongside local partners to provide clean water, medical care, skills training, freedom from slavery and trafficking, and support for vulnerable families.

Impact Nations shows what happens when compassion meets action. Their projects meet immediate needs, help people reclaim the rights and opportunities everyone deserves, and bring hope to places where people struggle to find it.

On this Human Rights Day, we encourage you to learn more about their work and support the impact they create around the world: https://www.impactnations.com

Changing Lives, Transforming Communities

12/09/2025

Relieve Stress with a Fundraising Schedule — from Episode 3 of the Kaci Podcast

If you’re deadline-driven, planning ahead might feel unnatural—but it’s one of the best ways to lower stress and increase impact during year-end.

✅ Map out your fundraising calendar in advance
✅ Get clear on what’s going out and when
✅ Anchor your plan in a proven system like Integrated Relational Fundraising

No more last-minute scrambles. Just a clear path and a little peace of mind.

Listen to the full episode: kaci.io/podcast

12/01/2025

Keeping Donor Relations Genuine — from Episode 3 of the Kaci Podcast

It’s easy for donor relationships to slide into the transactional—especially when the work feels urgent.

But connection still matters.
Genuine, ongoing engagement keeps supporters close and builds long-term trust.

💡 Pro tip: If it’s been a while since your last real conversation with a donor… that’s your sign.

Listen to the full episode at kaci.io/podcast

11/25/2025

Last-Minute Fall Fundraising Tips — from Episode 3 of the Kaci Podcast

60 days left in the year? Don’t panic.
There’s still time to roll out a thoughtful, intentional strategy.

✅ Balance your asks with impact and celebration
💌 Send a handwritten note or holiday card
🙌 Don’t underestimate the small things—they build trust

You’ve got this.
Listen to the full episode: kaci.io/podcast

11/18/2025

The Key to Donor Relations — from Episode 3 of the Kaci Podcast

One of the most overlooked (and most effective) things you can do as a nonprofit leader?
Block time for donor relationships like it’s non-negotiable.

Whether it’s five calls, two emails, or one meaningful check-in—make space for connection before your calendar fills with the urgent but less important.

Listen to the full episode at kaci.io/podcast

11/12/2025

The Power of Personal Connection — from Episode 3 of the Kaci Podcast

Setting meetings. Making calls. Sending that first email.
It all starts with showing up.

Prioritizing personal connection with donors isn’t just about stewardship—it’s also how you find new supporters.

✅ Build time into your week
✅ Take the first step, even if it feels small
✅ Start with one simple act of outreach

That first connection goes further than you think.

Listen to the full episode: kaci.io/podcast

11/11/2025

We Remember.

Today, we pause to honor those who have served and those who continue to serve in the armed forces of Canada and the United States.

Their courage and sacrifice have shaped the freedoms and opportunities we work to protect and expand for all.

At Kaci.io, we partner with nonprofits that strengthen communities and support those facing hardship. We recognize that safety and opportunity are not equally shared, and that service takes many forms—on the front lines, in our neighborhoods, and within our daily efforts to care for one another.

We are grateful to veterans, active service members, and their families for their commitment and sacrifice.

Remembrance calls for gratitude in action—through support, care, and advocacy for those who have served and for those still striving for safety and justice.

If you wish to honor their service, consider giving to:
🇨🇦The Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund
🇺🇸The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Lest we forget.

11/11/2025

Fall fundraising doesn’t have to feel like chaos. In episode 3 of Growing Good - the Kaci Podcast, we unpack what it looks like to approach the final 60 days of the year with clarity, rhythm, and a little less panic. We share what’s working with our clients right now, from handwritten notes to voicemail drops to segmented donor lists. We explain how the Integrated Relational Fundraising Framework helps bring focus to a season that often feels overwhelming.

Nadia VanderKuip and I dig into the importance of starting early, building donor relationships year-round, and finding a pace that’s healthy for both your team and your mission.

Whether you're already deep in your year-end sprint or still trying to figure out where to begin, we’ve got ideas, encouragement, and a practical roadmap to help you finish strong, without burning out.

Our latest podcast is available on Spotify, iheartRadio and Amazon Music. Links are readily available here: kaci.io/podcast