Not every fundraising strategy works for every nonprofit, and that’s okay! This beginner-friendly workshop breaks down the basics of fundraising while helping you identify which approaches make the most sense for your organization. Learn how to understand your donors, explore different fundraising options, and choose strategies that align with your mission and resources.
Nanci is the Executive Director for SE Uplift.
Diane is the Fiscal Sponsorship Program Manager for SE Uplift. She is passionate about public service work because she has experienced the positive impact community organizations can have first-hand.
Diane is currently working on a dissertation related to civic engagement at Portland State University. She has worked with various nonprofit organizations at the local, state, federal, and international level. As a volunteer, Diane serves as President of the Oregon Chapter of the American Society for Public Administration, a board member for College Housing Northwest, and as a member of the Multnomah County Auditor’s Community Advisory Committee. Diane enjoys using her knowledge and experience to help communities thrive in promotion of the public good.
In her free time, Diane enjoys co-hosting a movie podcast, attending comedy shows, and spending time with her cat.
Contact Diane to learn if fiscal sponsorship is right for your organization or for all things related to managing your nonprofit! If you’re already fiscally sponsored by Southeast Uplift, contact me about your funds held with us, how to make the most of your fiscal sponsorship.
Diane is the liaison for the following neighborhood associations: Creston-Kenilworth, Mt. Tabor and Sunnyside.
Matchu, our Neighborhood Planning Program Manager, focuses on land use and transportation initiatives. He partners with community groups to build capacity and achieve equitable outcomes.
With a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Matchu has extensive experience in grassroots community engagement. He previously served as Vice Chair to the SE Uplift Board of Directors and Chair to the Mt. Scott – Arleta Neighborhood Association Board of Directors, coordinated memorial events for traffic victims, and volunteers with numerous community groups.
Contact Matchu about land use and transportation issues, public notices to the district coalition office, advocacy support, and how to connect with your neighborhood on livability concerns.
Matchu is the liaison to the following neighborhood associations: Brentwood-Darlington, Foster-Powell, Rose City Park, Roseway and South Tabor.