Every Bold Mission Needs a Stable Foundation

GroundFund helps you raise up to $100,000 for a reserve, endowment, or campaign fund.

A 12-Month Strategic Plan to Build the Reserve Fund Your Organization Deserves

GroundFund is a one-year partnership for small nonprofits ready to raise up to $100,000 to create a reserve fund, seed an endowment, or launch a capital campaign. Pricing starts at $1,500 per month for organizations with a fundraising goal of up to $100,000.

Through a tailored mix of individual giving, corporate partnerships, and grant strategy, we help you build a fund that is protected, flexible, and entirely your own. This is money that can support future growth, help you weather uncertainty, and strengthen your long-term vision.

This is not just another fundraising campaign. GroundFund is a focused, forward-looking investment in your financial infrastructure. It runs alongside your existing fundraising work and gives you a clear, achievable plan to build stability over the next 12 months.

Why we created GroundFund.

Many small nonprofits are rich in vision and community trust but lack the time or support to build long-term financial stability. We created GroundFund for organizations doing powerful work without a safety net. This is your opportunity to build a fund that offers flexibility, breathing room, and control over your future. With the right partner and a structured plan, even small teams can create serious financial strength.

How we’ll do it.

  • We work with you to ensure your fund has a strong, consistent presence in your communication all year long. That includes a dedicated fundraising section in every monthly newsletter, complete with ready-to-use copy and a content strategy tailored to your voice and audience. We also provide creative ideas for integrating your ask across social media, along with a branded graphic that keeps your fund front and center. Beyond your existing base, we actively support outreach to new audiences outside of your network and help recruit new individual donors who are aligned with your mission.

  • We handle the outreach. From identifying aligned sponsors to sending initial emails, coordinating follow-ups, and pitching your fund, we actively drive the process. We help you build a sponsorship structure that feels authentic and achievable, and we provide the materials, messaging, and positioning to secure new corporate partners. Your team stays informed and in control, while we take the lead on execution.

  • We research funders aligned with your work and manage the grantwriting process throughout the year. There is no limit on the number of grants we support. Whether we are writing new proposals, revising existing ones, or creating a calendar to stay on track, our goal is to take pressure off your team while ensuring that your fund is consistently positioned for institutional support.

Pricing.

GroundFund starts at $1,500 per month for a 12-month partnership designed to help you raise up to $100,000. Custom pricing is available for larger fundraising goals or more complex capital campaigns. Every engagement includes strategy development, messaging, donor and sponsor outreach, grant support, and monthly reporting. You get consistent guidance and a focused plan from Harvey & Smith Impact, with no hidden costs or confusing terms.

What to expect.

GroundFund is a structured, low-lift partnership that keeps you moving forward. You will meet with us every other week for focused strategy calls, with ongoing access by email and text between meetings. Each month includes a report to track your progress, and each quarter includes a strategy review. We keep communication intentional and on track so your team can stay focused while your fund grows in the background.

“Most of us are running programs, managing staff, writing grants, and responding to urgent needs. The idea of setting aside money for the future feels out of reach, but it is exactly what we need. Without a reserve, one unexpected shift can put everything at risk. Every nonprofit should have the chance to build that kind of stability.”

— Maya Caldwell, Vermont