Lift Your Nonprofit. Boost Your Fundraising. Elevate Your Board.
RaiseUp Collaborative partners with small to mid-size nonprofits to strengthen their organizations, enhance fundraising efforts, build effective leadership, and create sustainable impact through hands-on guidance and strategic direction.
Raise Up Collaborative's Dedicated Team
Raise Up Collaborative team in action
Raise Up Collaborative partnering with local non-profits
Raise Up Collaborative's Dedicated Team
Collaborating with Nonprofits to Achieve Sustainable Growth and Increase their Impact on the Communities they Serve.
RaiseUp Collaborative partners with small to mid-size nonprofits to provide hands-on support, strategic guidance, and the tools needed for long-term success. We go beyond traditional consulting by working alongside organizations to strengthen fundraising, leadership, and sustainability efforts.
Our mission is to ensure that nonprofits don’t just survive but thrive. Through tailored strategies and direct collaboration, we empower organizations to build stronger boards, secure sustainable funding, and maximize their impact—ultimately leaving them more capable and confident in their ability to serve their communities.
Services that Help Nonprofits Succeed
What Nonprofits are Saying
Words can’t express how thankful I am that the two of you worked to bring life back to LEAD STL after we were on life support. It goes without saying that we would not have been able to be where we are today without your guidance, counsel and hard work. I will miss the conversations and the laughs. It was a pleasure working with you.
Rodney White
Vice President, Human Resources
Nestlé Purina
I have had the privilege of working with Sarah Melinger across two organizations, and I can confidently say she has given me a PhD in nonprofit management and donor relations. Sarah does not just lay the groundwork—she has empowered me with the knowledge and tools to thrive independently. It’s the difference between giving a gal a fish and teaching her to fish—her guidance ensures long-term sustainability, not just short-term fixes.
Maggie Sullivan
Executive Director
Gratitude House
Sarah’s dedication helped us significantly increase our fundraising revenue and strengthen relationships with our supporters. More than that, she mentored me every step of the way, helping me grow into the Development Director I am today. I wouldn’t be where I am without her expertise, encouragement, and unwavering support.
Kirsten Brauch
Senior Director of Development
Guardian Angel Settlement Association
Evaluating our development strategies was a game-changer. By analyzing key metrics and identifying areas for growth, we refined our approach to fundraising and donor engagement. Incorporating data-driven changes allowed us to maximize impact, streamline efforts, and ensure long-term sustainability. The results speak for themselves—greater efficiency, stronger donor relationships, and increased revenue to support our mission.
Andrew O'Dell
Executive Director
Delta Gamma Center
Their coaching and mentorship empowered both our staff and board, providing the guidance needed to enhance our fundraising efforts with confidence and clarity. Through their support, our board members have become more engaged in advancing our mission, and our team is better equipped to sustain our impact.
Patricia Bosman
President and CEO
Haven of Grace
As our nonprofit navigated growing pains, we needed a professional assessment of our fundraising efforts. We lacked the capacity to fully execute and strategize our development goals. RaiseUp provided the insights, leadership, and guidance we needed to expand our fundraising capacity and increase revenue—all without the cost of adding a full-time staff member. Their expertise was a game-changer for our organization.
Steve Goslee
Executive Director
TechNation
