CRYSTALLIZING YOUR MESSAGE AND STRATEGY

Amling Consulting helps nonprofit organizations, fundraising teams, and philanthropists focus on what’s most important and move to the next level of impact.

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For two decades, I’ve delivered exceptional results for dozens of clients.

NOW, IT’S YOUR TURN.

I’ll elevate your vision, messaging and strategy, so that you can stay focused on what you do best.

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your trusted partner

Services

Get clarity on where you are and a strategy to move forward with a collaborative partner that adds value to your team and actually delivers results.

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Fundraising Strategy

Build the straightforward strategy, know-how, and capacity to scale up your fundraising potential.

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Coaching

Whether you’re new to your development position or an experienced social impact leader, unlock your very best and become a stronger advocate for your cause.

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Grant Writing

Increase your nonprofit organization’s ability to deliver on your mission with winning grant applications.

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Philanthropic Advising

Create and execute an impact plan for your charitable giving – a plan rooted in the needs of the nonprofit sector and committed to community-driven philanthropy.

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Communications

Move your messaging goals forward with high-quality and expertly-crafted content and strategy. Also find support on crisis communications and executive ghost writing.

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Strategic Planning

Embark on an interactive, iterative planning process that crystallizes your direction and sets you up for success.

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Facilitation

Transform your next board, staff, or leadership gathering into a productive working session that delivers results.

I’ll bring my eye for critical thinking and experience in organizational planning; you bring the snacks.

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we’ll work best together if you...

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Prioritize authentic, long-standing relationships

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Are open-minded and forward-thinking

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Believe in the power of partnership

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Are ready to move to the next level of impact

What Clients are saying

"After working with Nicole for the past 8 years, she is still my go-to thought partner on strategy and planning.

She turns big ideas into reality by getting to the root cause of a challenge and mindfully planning the way through. Nicole is also the best editor and writer; any project that I'm working on that needs a beautifully written deliverable - I'm calling Nicole."

– JENNÉ Myers

Principal, The Golden Connect

“Nicole came to us highly recommended, and working with her has been nothing short of spectacular.

We have worked together on a variety of projects, showcasing her diverse knowledge of economic development, community engagement, and philanthropy. Nicole put us in contention for a $10 million grant, and we wouldn’t have gotten there without her. We are thrilled to be continuing the relationship on a new, innovative economic development initiative for our neighborhood.”

– Craig chico

President and CEO, Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council

"Working with Nicole not only amplifies our capacity to tell our story to donors and collaborators in the philanthropic sector, but it also allows our organization to have more bandwidth to accomplish our purpose."

– Erika Allen

CEO, Urban Growers Collective

"Working with Nicole has been a transformative experience.

She has not only coached me through the art of fundraising, messaging, and strategic leadership, but has also helped me gain immense confidence in this field. Nicole’s guidance has shown me that clarity is kindness, 
and she has coached me to implement high care and high accountability within my own leadership. I highly recommend her coaching to anyone hoping to take their professional journey to the next level."

– cheyenne shelby-petersen

Director of Development and External Affairs, Chicago Cares

"Leadership can be lonely, especially when juggling multiple roles, including fundraising.

Nicole's support has been invaluable. She breaks down the power dynamics in philanthropy, affirms the work of Imagine Englewood If, and uplifts me as an experienced and impactful leader. Her strategic guidance makes fundraising less intimidating and more achievable."

– Michelle Rashad

Executive Director, Imagine Englewood If

“While Nicole’s extensive experience speaks for itself, her passion for people is what makes her the best.  Nicole is genuine in her interest and has a true heart for service.”

– Tenny Ahn

Board Chair, Operation Basketball

“Nicole’s work to assist my company in creating, formalizing, aligning, and implementing a companywide charitable and philanthropic program has been invaluable.

What started off as handwritten notes on paper, Nicole professionally and diligently helped us organize and bring to life, developing a culture that is far reaching and has forever changed our landscape along with countless lives."

– Dawn Reynolds Pettit

Chief Human Resources Officer, Rush Street Gaming

“Nicole is an impeccable thought partner, strategist, and communicator.

She has been an integral part of our fundraising strategy, and has helped us cultivate our donors into deeper forms of engagement. I don’t know where I would be without her support and coaching.”

- Rosie Drumgoole

CEO, Chicago Cares

Nicole Amling, Principal, Amling Consulting
ABOUT ME

Meet your consultant

Hi, I’m Nicole Amling – Strategist, Facilitator, and Fundraiser

After learning from and working in the nonprofit sector for 20 years, while running my business on the side, I decided to take the plunge into operating my own consulting firm full-time in 2023.

I find great joy and purpose in serving a diverse array of organizations, leaders, and philanthropists, all working to make our community stronger. My goal is to bring a fresh perspective, exceptional value, and individualized care to each one of you.

I like to think that my gift is transforming ideas into plans – taking the seeds of a vision and helping it flower into a fully operationalized strategy that will make an organization thrive. And I can take anything and turn it into a speech, earning me the nickname “Sam Seaborn” for all you West Wing fans out there.

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my promise to you

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Always go the extra mile.

I deliver high-quality products and services that exceed expectations. I strive for excellence so that I can help my clients achieve their full potential.

Spread joy and optimism.

I value real relationships with my clients. I want us to find moments of connection, joy, and warmth, so we can enjoy ourselves throughout the whole process.

What I say is what I mean.

I will never over-promise or under-deliver. Everything I do is done with the highest standards of care.

Work with heart.

I take seriously the trust that people and organizations put in me to execute their visions, all in the service of lifting up our communities.

CONNECT WITH NICOLE

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