Kaci - Fundraising and Organizational Growth Specialists

10/02/2025

This past weekend, Markku, Nadia, and Evan from the Kaci team joined over 150 participants at UNITI - Semiahmoo House Society's first annual Walk & Roll for Harmony. Together, the community raised an incredible $117,000 for the Harmony Campaign—supporting inclusive housing that creates a true sense of belonging for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Surrey and White Rock.

We were honoured to walk alongside Uniti and cheer on their vision for a future where inclusion is the expectation, not the exception.

06/16/2025

It’s National Bring Your Cat to Work Day… and the Kaci crew never misses a chance to celebrate our feline colleagues. 🐾

From keyboard naps to potted plant patrol, these cats make remote work more delightful (and sometimes more… interactive).

🐱 Tauriel (left) and Petra (right) – our elegant, SPCA-adopted sisters, aged 8 and 12, who bring seasoned wisdom and a touch of drama to the office.
🐱 Bart – the calm presence every team needs, known for quiet support and knowing exactly when to show up.
🐱 Rocky – curious, bold, and always ready to supervise from the nearest window ledge.
🐱 Jammer – flower enthusiast, sunlight chaser, and unofficial morale booster.
🐱 Marie – expert lounger and CEO of cozy vibes.

Here’s to the whiskered coworkers who make our workdays warmer, funnier, and just a little more magical.

05/27/2025

What if your next strategy session happened on the water?

When you’re leading a nonprofit, it can feel like your team is always running—sometimes in different directions. You’re navigating real needs, complex decisions, and the constant pressure to stay aligned around your mission.

If you’re sensing that drift, it may be time for something different.

Kaci Adventures is a new way to coach leadership teams—rooted in real-time, real-world learning. It’s a leadership reset that happens outside the boardroom, right in the middle of the Pacific Northwest’s natural beauty.

Our signature experience, Suvi, is a 6-hour guided coaching session for four-person leadership teams—held aboard a 15-foot row-and-sailboat in White Rock, BC. It’s designed for teams that are:
- Forming a new executive team
- Facing strategy crossroads
- Leading through change
- Breaking old patterns or siloed thinking

You’ll step out of your day-to-day, work through live challenges, and return with clear, strategic takeaways for how you lead together.

This isn’t a team-building day. It’s experiential leadership development for teams ready to lead differently—and better.

Suvi sessions are facilitated by Markku Kostamo, Kaci’s CEO, a certified 6 Levers consultant, former nonprofit executive, and longtime outdoor educator.

And if the water isn’t your thing? You can customize your own Kaci Adventure on land—with guided hikes, strategic retreats, or facilitated coaching days built for your context.

2025 summer dates are filling up. If this sounds like what your team needs, let’s start the conversation.

More details here: https://www.kaci.io/kaci-adventures

Because the best time to realign your team is before the next wave hits.

Kaci Adventures provides team building and leadership coaching for businesses and nonprofits. Surrey, BC Canada

05/09/2025

On May 3rd, we had the privilege of joining Step Forward Health Society for Move for Mental Health at Deas Island.

Together with 130 participants, we walked 2.5 km, shared a meal, and stood in solidarity with those navigating mental health challenges. 💚
From community connection to peer support funding, every step taken—and every dollar raised—brings us closer to a future where no one walks alone.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, supported, and moved with purpose. Let’s keep walking toward hope.

📸 Swipe through to see some moments from the day.

04/22/2025

At Kaci, we hold fast to a few guiding truths: that nature teaches us how to belong, that stewardship is an act of love, and that a more just and life-giving future is possible when we tend to both people and planet. These values aren’t just principles—they’re practices we live by and shape how we show up in the world.

We’re especially honoured to partner with and celebrate organizations that live out these values every day:
A Rocha Canada — restoring ecosystems and inspiring communities to care for creation.

The Environmental Law Centre (Alberta) — empowering citizens and protecting Alberta’s environment through strong legal advocacy.

Land of Dreams — cultivating belonging, healing, and environmental stewardship through community gardening and newcomer integration.

At Kaci, we believe in leadership that’s rooted in love—for our communities, for our future, and for the earth we all share.

Let’s continue to lead with purpose, grow with care, and invest in a world where all can thrive—people and planet alike.

03/25/2025

What does it take to raise $761,844 in just 10 months?

For their 80th anniversary, The Canadian Council of Churches/Le Conseil canadien des Églises launched the Come Together Campaign—a bold and beautiful effort to honor 80 years of unity, faith, and justice.

With Kaci's strategic guidance, thoughtful donor engagement, and phased ex*****on, the CCC didn’t just meet their goal—they exceeded it by over $111,000.

✅ Over 300 donors
✅ Strategic phases with major gift cultivation
✅ A public campaign with momentum and community connection
✅ 117% of the fundraising goal achieved

The best part? This campaign built more than a fund—it built a community. And we were honoured to be part of it. 💙

📖 Read the full story of how we helped make this milestone possible:
👉 https://www.kaci.io/impact-in-action/celebrating-together-the-canadian-council-of-churches-80th-anniversary-campaign

The Canadian Council of Churches (CCC) celebrated a significant milestone last year, marking their 80th anniversary with a campaign titled Come Together , honouring eight decades of unity, justice, and peace. With a goal of raising $650,000 in ten months, this campaign was ambitious and fast-pace

02/21/2025

🎉 $2.6 Million Raised for Life-Changing Surgeries! 🎉

For 25 years, Solidarity Bridge has been transforming healthcare in Bolivia and Paraguay by training and equipping local medical teams to provide life-saving surgeries. When they set an ambitious $2.5M fundraising goal, they knew they needed a strong strategy.

That’s where Kaci came in.

Through strategic planning, donor engagement, and a multi-channel campaign, we helped Solidarity Bridge exceed their goal, raising $2.6M to expand their mission. 🚀

What made this campaign so successful?
✔️ A well-planned donor engagement strategy
✔️ Strong major gift commitments before the campaign launch
✔️ Peer-to-peer fundraising and community-driven events
✔️ Multi-channel year-end giving appeals to maximize reach

This milestone is more than a fundraising win—it’s a launchpad for the next 25 years of impact. 💙

📖 Read the full success story and learn how your nonprofit can achieve similar results: https://www.kaci.io/impact-in-action/celebrating-25-years-how-we-helped-solidarity-bridge-raise-26-million

02/11/2025

🎉 Big Wins for Our Nonprofit Clients! 🎉

This year, we helped our clients secure 10 grants, for a total of 44 grants won since 2021! 💪 We couldn’t be more excited to celebrate this milestone with the incredible organizations we serve.

📊 Quick Stats:

Smallest grant: $2,500
Largest grant: $100,000
153 Letters of Inquiry sent in 2024!

A huge thank you to our amazing clients for trusting us:
Acts for Water
Impact Nations
The Canadian Council of Churches/Le Conseil canadien des Églises
Himalayan Life
Journey Home Community

We’re proud to play a part in your journey and support your missions through strategic grant development. Together, we’re achieving extraordinary results for greater impact! 🚀

Here’s to more wins ahead in 2025! 🏆

01/24/2025

How Kaci Helped Raise $405,400 in One Night 🎉

On November 16, 2024, we were honored to help Step Forward Health Society exceed their $400,000 fundraising goal at their sold-out “Launching Forward” event. The result? A total of $405,400 raised to make mental health care accessible for all.
This wasn’t just about one night—it was about months of strategic planning, relationship-building, and teamwork.
Here’s how we made it happen:

✅ Built a strong foundation: a donor-centred website, a compelling case for support, and a clear campaign vision.
✅ Activated relationships: formed a campaign committee to engage donors early and assess giving potential.
✅ Secured major gifts: worked with Step Forward’s team to invite key supporters before the campaign went public.
✅ Elevated the event: inspired guests with impactful stories, powerful speeches, and lively auctions.

This campaign exemplifies The Kaci Way—our approach to Integrated Relational Fundraising that goes beyond transactions to unite people around a shared vision.
We’re proud to have been part of Step Forward’s journey and grateful to see their mission gain momentum. Together, we proved that strategic planning and genuine relationships lead to extraordinary results.

Read the full blog post: https://www.kaci.io/impact-in-action/how-we-helped-step-forward-health-society-raise-over-400k-in-one-night

💡 How is your organization cultivating donor relationships and momentum for 2025? Let’s chat!

01/01/2025

2025 is lining up to be a productive and rewarding year as we continue our work with all the amazing organizations making an impact locally and around the world. Here’s to a New Year!

#2025

12/30/2024

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We will create a path for your annual fundraising strategy and goals, expand your donor base, apply our customized relational fundraising system, streamline your fundraising processes, and launch new fundraising initiatives.

We'll help you navigate your fundraising goals with ease and confidence.

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12/25/2024

May your days be merry and bright! Happy Holidays from our team here at Kaci!