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Meet Margaret

Your On-Call Fundraising Experts

Getting the answers you need to take your funding and mission forward is critical, but budget, time and staffing constraints can make that assistance seem out of reach.
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Why Choose Margaret?

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Whether you're a small start-up or an established organization, Margaret is here to help you grow.
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“I haven’t been able to find one source one platform where I can an get all of my answers until Margaret from Hudson Ferris. I’ve been able to ask questions about fundraising plans, about potential funders—whether or not they’re a good fit for our organization—and even questions about peer organizations. And it’s been a great help great help for me … to help me provide a great foundation for me to stand on to build upon, as well as my organization, to help us and to position us in a way where we can succeed in our mission as we partner with other organizations in this space.”

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"These donor lists are very helpful, thank you. This'll keep me busy for while :)"
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"I really appreciate your fast turn-around and your suggestions to improve the LOI. The specific verbiage given in regards to alignment of our work with that of the foundation was really helpful."
National Incarceration Association
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Let our team answer your questions, tailored to your organization.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Margaret is the heart and soul of our new fundraising consulting service. The name honors Margaret, a trusted mentor of Ed Leibman, the founder of Hudson Ferris. Margaret’s guidance was always practical, realistic and delivered with a touch of good humor.

Anything you want, in plain language. A fundraising professional will read and answer your question!

  • Have a meeting coming up with a prospect and need guidance? Ask Margaret.
  • Want to get feedback on your grant proposal, appeal letter, or any other document? Ask Margaret.
  • Want to know if someone is a good prospect? Ask Margaret.
  • Need to resolve a tricky situation with a Board member and not sure how to approach the conversation? Ask Margaret.
  • Curious about best practices for donor management, planned giving programs, fundraising events or development department operations? Ask Margaret.

Margaret is perfect for nonprofits of all sizes, from startups to established organizations, seeking affordable, reliable, and expert fundraising support.

No, “Margaret” is a collective of actual human beings—development professionals—ready to apply their decades of real-world experience to answering your questions.

We use ChatGPT to ensure that the answers are clear, error free, and succinct. The research platforms our team utilizes to answer the questions utilize AI.

Margaret is a subscription-based service where you can submit your fundraising questions through an online portal. Our team of development professionals reviews your queries and delivers personalized, practical advice tailored to your organization’s needs.

You can ask about anything related to fundraising, including:

  • Guidance on an upcoming meeting.
  • Grant writing strategies
  • Building donor relationships
  • Planning events and campaigns
  • Annual giving programs
  • Technology for donor outreach
  • And anything you can think of

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours. Complex questions may take slightly longer, but rest assured, we’ll provide the detailed guidance you need.

Margaret operates on a simple monthly subscription model. For just $360/month, you have unlimited access to our expert advice.

You can cancel your subscription at any time. To avoid being charged for the next billing cycle, cancellations must be made at least two business days before your subscription renews.

Absolutely. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of our service. All information shared with Margaret is treated with the utmost discretion and is never shared without your consent, except as required by law.

While Margaret provides expert advice and guidance, fundraising outcomes depend on multiple factors, including implementation and external conditions. Margaret is here to equip you with the best tools and insights, but success ultimately depends on how strategies are applied.

Have More Questions?

Reach out to us at info@hudsonferris.com or call 1-646-783-9139 for more information about how Margaret can support your nonprofit.

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