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Strategic Philanthropy Consulting

We help nonprofits achieve their mission and do more good in the communities they serve

Strategic Philanthropy Consulting

We help nonprofits achieve their mission and do more good in the communities they serve

The Vella Group team with Detroit skyline in background

Our Comprehensive Approach

We know nonprofits face a host of challenges. So, we take a holistic look at your organization and help you connect the dots for better outcomes. We build a deep understanding of who you are and who you serve so you receive unique solutions to your organization’s needs. Our comprehensive approach brings together organizational development, fund development and storytelling possibilities so you can realize your vision and achieve your mission.

Organizational Development

We help refine your mission and develop strategies for a sustainable, thriving organization.

Fund Development

We build networking strategies and connect you with the right sources to achieve your fundraising goals.

Creative Storytelling

We craft your messaging, telling impactful stories that appeal and get results.

Organizational Development

We help refine your mission and develop strategies for a sustainable, thriving organization.

Fund Development

We build networking strategies and connect you with the right sources to achieve your fundraising goals.

Creative Storytelling

We craft your messaging, telling impactful stories that appeal and get results.

“We can’t save the world, but we can make it a better place by helping those who help others.”

— Jim Vella, CEO & Founder, The Vella Group

Our Impact

We partner with organizations that make service their mission. While based in the City of Detroit, the Vella Group’s impact reaches across the country. Our passion is helping nonprofits that work on food security, safe housing, mental health, support for the disabled, economic development for BIPOC-owned businesses and educational outreach to all.

video production for Common Ground mental health services

>> Video Production & Distribution

“The Vella Group makes it easier for us to do the vital work of serving Detroit’s most vulnerable citizens.”

capital campaign meeting

>> Donor Outreach Counseling

“Jim Vella’s ability to listen, understand our mission and engage others to our work has been critical to our success.”

vella group office meeting

>> Brand Positioning & Long-Term Planning

“The Vella Group has been instrumental in taking our stakeholder outreach to the next level. They are flexible, professional and deliver a high caliber of work.”

Pope Francis Center bridge housing groundbreaking

>> Capital Campaign Consulting

Experience, solid media relationships and a broad network of philanthropic professionals – ­it’s how we get strong results for our clients.

Ford Bronco at Barrett Jackson charity auction

>> Media Relations

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