June 11, 2026 | 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Explore how successful nonprofit fundraisers approach corporate prospecting in this free session hosted by Heather Nelson of BridgeRaise.
Corporate partnerships can provide vital financial support while strengthening relationships that expand your organization’s reach and impact. But building these partnerships takes time, so being intentional about where you focus your effort is critical.
In this free session hosted by Grant Connect, Heather Nelson, Founder and President of BridgeRaise, will share how successful fundraisers approach corporate prospecting and early outreach with clarity and strategy.
The focus will be on helping fundraisers move away from unfocused lists and toward a clearer, more strategic approach to identifying and engaging the right companies in ways that lead to meaningful conversations.
During the session, Heather will cover:
- How to assess alignment and prioritize the right companies
- Design outreach that opens doors and feels relevant and welcome
- Common missteps that quietly undermine momentum
This session is ideal for fundraisers who want clearer focus, stronger early conversations, and a more effective path to building corporate partnerships that last.
Webinar in English — bilingual Q&A (EN/FR) available.
About Heather Nelson
Heather Nelson, MBA, CFRE, is the founder and president of BridgeRaise, a corporate fundraising consultancy that helps nonprofits build value-aligned partnerships with companies. A long-time fundraiser, teacher, and mentor, Heather has supported hundreds of charities to raise more through strategic corporate relationships. She’s also a contributor to the women’s leadership book Embracing Ambition. When she’s not working, you’ll find her among the trees, with her dog, or cheering rinkside as a proud hockey mom.