Fundraising audits
See what is working, what is getting in the way, and where the next opportunities live.
Black-led fundraising strategy
Build a fundraising practice that can carry your mission forward.
For nonprofit leaders who need a clearer revenue path, stronger systems, or experienced development leadership—without asking their team to carry it alone.
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Proof in the work
$26M+ philanthropic revenue secured
10+ years of experience
A professional recommendation
“Cassandra Grimes, MA, BA, CDP®, Founder of Accelerate Change LLC, is an experienced fundraising professional who brings a strategic, thoughtful approach to helping nonprofits build sustainable revenue.”
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“Cassandra Grimes, MA, BA, CDP®, Founder of Accelerate Change LLC, is an experienced fundraising professional who brings a strategic, thoughtful approach to helping nonprofits build sustainable revenue. Cassandra combines more than a decade of fundraising leadership with the ability to look beyond a single grant and help organizations strengthen the systems and strategies behind long-term funding. I’m Holly Rustick, CEO of the Freelance Grant Writer Academy and Grant Professional Mentorship, and I confidently recommend Cassandra to nonprofits looking for an experienced, relationship-focused grant professional who understands both funding and organizational sustainability.”
Ways to move forward
Clarity, capacity, and a plan your team can use.
Customized growth and grant roadmaps
Turn your goals into a practical sequence of priorities, prospects, and next moves.
Fractional development leadership
Bring senior-level direction and accountability to your fundraising without adding a full-time executive role.