Who we are
Nonprofit GrowthGen (NPGG) helps nonprofits and small businesses strengthen the systems that empower their missions.
We partner with organizations to fund, measure, sustain, and grow their impact through practical strategies, mentorship, an collaborative design.
Founded in 2022 by Mandy Kirchgessner, Ed.D. and Mary Ramsay, M.A., NPGG brings decades of combined experience across fundraising strategy, evaluation, education, and organizational development. What began as a fruitful fundraising partnership has grown into a trusted consulting firm serving organizations nationwide.
We believe mission-focused nonprofits deserve systems strong enough to last—and people confident enough to carry them forward.
What we do
Our work blends strategic thinking with practical tools to help organizations grow their capacity and resilience.
Core Services
- Fundraising Strategy & Grant Development
We design clear, actionable fundraising strategies — combining prospect research, donor engagement, and diversified revenue systems that align with your mission and build long-term sustainability. We also help busy teams translate their ideas into strong, compelling proposals — from grants to sponsorships to congressional requests. - Evaluation & Learning Frameworks
We develop logic models, theories of change, and data systems that make your impact visible, measurable, and meaningful — turning insights into stronger storytelling and smarter decisions. - Capacity Building & Mentorship
We help teams grow from the inside out through personalized coaching, hands-on workshops, and leadership mentoring that strengthen both people and systems. - Strategic Planning & Process Refinement
We guide inclusive planning processes that align values, goals, and community impact — clarifying priorities and creating pathways to action. - Community Facilitation
We foster dialogue and collaboration among diverse stakeholders, helping communities co-create solutions and shared understanding that move missions forward.
Our approach is iterative and inclusive: we listen, co-create, and mentor so that every tool we design can live—and evolve—within your organization long after our work is done.
ABOUT US
Our Story
Every great partnership starts with a shared belief.
Ours was simple: that growth in the nonprofit world comes not just from funding, but from confidence, clarity, and connection amongst professionals.
Nonprofit GrowthGen began as two colleagues helping members within organizations find their footing and has grown into a collaborative firm serving clients nationwide—rooted in mentorship, strategy, and genuine care for the people behind every mission.
Our Team
We'd like you to meet our founders, Mandy and Mary.
We work alongside a trusted network of professionals whose expertise strengthens our special projects — including interpretive design, food systems, and other specialized fields.
This allows our collective capacity to serve organizations nationwide.
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