About Us
Mission minded helps mission-driven organizations have greater impact.
Trusted for Over 20 Years by Leading Organizations
Our Approach From Insight to Bold Action
Our Commitment to the Work That Matters
We believe the organizations that make our world better must be unapologetically bold. So every day we partner with nonprofits, foundations, and schools to raise more money and attract more people to their work with the urgency their mission demands. Because, when you make your unique case with clarity and conviction, there is no limit to the support you can attract.
Meet The Team
Join Us at Our Upcoming Events & Webinars
What Does Your School Feel Like to a Family Seeing It for the First Time?
Date: Thursday, August 27
Time: 12:30pm–1:30pm PT
Your admissions process makes sense to the people who built it. Learn how journey mapping reveals where families build trust in your school—and where you’re quietly losing it.
Your Next Great Fundraising Campaign Starts With A Compelling Case
Date: Wednesday, September 16
Time: 11:00am–12:00pm PT
Donors need a clear, inspiring reason to invest. Learn the three essential elements of a case for support that motivates major gifts and strengthens your whole campaign.
CASE 2026: How to Widen Your Community of Givers: Changing What Donors Believe About Your Community College
Date: October 7-9
Time: TBD
Donors assume tuition’s affordable and aid fills every gap—so why give? See how one college foundation closed that belief gap and made itself essential to student success.
Make Your Milestone Matter: Turning an Anniversary Into a Turning Point
Date: Wednesday, October 21
Time: 12:00pm–1:00pm PT
Milestone years are a rare chance to capture your community’s attention. Learn how to turn yours into more than a celebration—a genuine turning point for what’s next.
An Hour to Recharge: Start the New Year with Fresh Inspiration
Date: Wednesday, November 18
Time: 12:00pm–1:00pm PT
You’ve spent the year giving to everyone else. Take an hour to reconnect with your values and walk into 2027 steadier, lighter, and ready to lead the year.
What's New in Fundraising Campaign Communications?
Date: Thursday, May 14
Time: 1-5 pm ET
Frequently Asked Questions
Big decisions come with lots of questions. We get it. Here are a few things people often ask when they’re considering working with us.
What services does Mission Minded provide?
Mission Minded is a strategy and creative agency that helps nonprofits, independent schools, colleges, universities, and foundations strengthen their brands and attract more support. Our services include brand strategy, messaging, strategic planning, fundraising campaigns, enrollment marketing, website design and development, video production, and leadership coaching. In short, we help mission-driven organizations stand out, raise more money, and engage the people who believe in their work.
What type of client does Mission Minded work with?
Mission Minded works exclusively with nonprofits, foundations, independent schools, colleges, and universities. Because we focus only on mission-driven organizations, we understand the challenges they face—from donor engagement and fundraising campaigns to enrollment pressures and grantmaking strategy. This deep specialization helps us deliver strategies that work in the real world.
Where is Mission Minded located?
Mission Minded was founded in San Francisco, expanded into Denver, and now we have clients and team members across the United States and Canada. We regularly work with organizations remotely as well as in person.
Does Mission Minded only work with large nonprofits or organizations with big budgets?
Not at all. Mission Minded works with organizations of ALL sizes, from grassroots nonprofits to large universities and foundations. Some clients engage us for focused strategy workshops or messaging support, while others partner with us for larger projects like strategic planning, fundraising campaigns, or full brand and website redesigns. We also offer free webinars, guides, and thinking to help ensure that mission-driven people and organizations that make our world better have what you need to succeed.
How do we know if our organization needs a rebrand or strategic plan?
Many organizations consider a rebrand or strategic planning process when their messaging feels outdated, their team struggles to explain what makes them distinct, or fundraising and enrollment growth has stalled. Leadership transitions, mergers, new campaign goals, or major organizational shifts can also signal the right moment. If you’re unsure, we’re happy to talk through your situation and offer an honest perspective on whether now is the right time—or if another approach might serve you better.
What is it like to work with Mission Minded?
Mission Minded has partnered with nonprofits, schools, and foundations for more than 20 years. We understand the realities mission-driven leaders face: limited time, multiple stakeholders, and complex internal dynamics that shape how decisions are made.
Our approach starts with strategy before creative, and we work collaboratively with clients to build alignment and momentum. We bring expertise, curiosity, and an equity lens to every engagement. Most importantly, we care deeply about whether the work succeeds in the real world—helping organizations raise more support, strengthen their brands, and move their missions forward.