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The PhoenixFire

SPARK Community

Social Purpose Accelerator for Results & Knowledge

A consulting-powered community led by people who have been in your shoes. Get expert support, honest feedback, and growth with integrity.

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Real People. Real Strategy. Made for this Moment.

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No inflated fees. No AI-generated frameworks. No performative activism.

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SPARK IS FOR THE LEADERS WHO REFUSE TO BACK DOWN IN THE FACE OF ADVERSITY

It’s for the changemakers who believe:

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  • When strategy is rooted in empathy and integrity, it becomes a powerful act of resistance.

  • Impact is urgent, especially when resources and rights are under attack.

  • It's up to you to help change the world for the better, in whatever way you can. 

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Whether you’re:

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  • An overextended executive director who still dreams of a better world.

  • A small business owner or someone working in the for-profit world who wants to make a difference.

  • A nonprofit team keeping food banks, clinics, and youth centers open despite mounting challenges.

  • On the frontlines of immigrant justice, navigating detention centers and deportation raids.

  • A Black trans healing collective creating safety in a system designed to erase you.

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SPARK is the space where strategy meets solidarity.

SPARK STANDS APART. HERE'S HOW WE'RE DIFFERENT:

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HUMAN FIRST & OUTCOME DRIVEN SUPPORT

In a world full of AI shortcuts and impersonal platforms, SPARK brings you real people, with real expertise, offering real support. 

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You’ll always hear a human voice, someone who knows what to do and won’t let you navigate uncertainty alone. We do not care about vanity metrics. Our first priority is always, how can we help you make the world better, faster.

A TEAM THAT'S BEEN WHERE YOU ARE

We have more than a dozen experts with decades of experience, spanning 3 continents and 10 time zones. Our team draws on real work in global development, tech adoption, volunteer mobilization, and frontline justice. Our guidance is proven by experience.

 

From Lee’s decades of nonprofit leadership and fundraising (with tens of millions raised) to global nonprofits and AI innovation; to Anna’s experience launching and growing a coding-with-impact camp for girls; to Lauren’s 17+ years in education and grounded DEI strategy, we’ve been through the rough and tumble of building mission-driven organizations.​

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VALUES-CENTERED LEADERSHIP

We built SPARK on the conviction that values should shape strategy and not the other way around. That’s why, in every interaction, we prioritize integrity, inclusion, and care. We believe that trust is built through transparency and honesty. 

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We reject performative allyship, extractive hustle culture, and frameworks that flatten nuance. Instead, we lead with curiosity, humility, and collective wisdom. 

 

And we do this work not because it’s easy, but because we know the stakes are too high to do anything less.

COMMUNITY MADE FOR THIS MOMENT

Designed for impact leaders living in the here and now. Those of us facing erasure, political threat, grant freezes, AI-driven change, and rising community needs.

 

This is live strategy for a shifting world.

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THE CHALLENGES WE'LL TACKLE TOGETHER

​We'll help you answer these questions:

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  • How do I create a strategy that helps me survive and thrive in these chaotic times?

  • How do I manage cash flow and the other critical aspects of the business?

  • How do I diversify funding when grants are frozen and donors are shifting?

  • How can I lead with clarity when the challenges keep piling up?

  • How do I use AI to streamline our work without compromising values or jobs?

  • How do I feel less alone? Where are my people?

  • How do I navigate DEI backlash without softening our message?

  • How can I build a values-aligned volunteer strategy in a polarized world?

  • How do we stop reinventing the wheel every quarter?

 

Our team has decades of experience in many areas of specialty and we're here to answer your questions.

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LET US HELP YOU MOVE FROM:

  • Working as hard as you can but never seeming to get as far ahead as you want → having the strategy, tools, and support to succeed. 

  • Feeling isolated and overwhelmed in leadership → finding solidarity in a global network of peers who share your values and challenges

  • The shock of grant freezes and declining donations → a sustainable, multi-pronged fundraising or revenue strategy

  • Scrambling to keep up with shifting policies and restrictions → anticipating change and adapting your programs proactively.

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INSPIRE. IGNITE. TRANSFORM.

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WHO WE ARE

We’re a seasoned team of impact strategists, nonprofit leaders, educators, researchers, and social entrepreneurs.

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From embassies to classrooms, Ivy League halls to boardrooms, we’ve worked across sectors and around the world. What connects us is a deep well of experience, fresh perspective, and a shared drive to turn bold visions into action.


While the whole PhoenixFire team is behind SPARK, here are the folks you’ll interact with most often.

 
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MEET LEE

"Our Mission is to change the world, faster. That extra word, "faster", means that we can save more lives and help more people with every minute of our day."

From the US and currently in Spain, PhoenixFire's Founder and Chief Strategist, Lee has almost 3 decades of expertise in nonprofit development, strategic planning, business, and program operations. He has extensive strategic planning experience in both for-profit and nonprofits, and is also Founder of a US 501c3 nonprofit. His expertise makes him a trusted advisor to nonprofits and businesses navigating complex development challenges.

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MEET EMILY

"As a coach and community weaver, I support people in leading with heart, resting without guilt, and building communities rooted in care."

Originally from Singapore and now in the US, Emily is an important part of the SPARK Community, where she ensures we value and respect every member and that we answer the big questions. She's a heartfelt innovator and change-maker, renowned for her work spanning nonprofit leadership consulting, personalized coaching, and animal welfare advocacy. She provides unique perspective and provides a broad spectrum of incredibly valuable services.

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MEET JOLLEEN

"Having built a social enterprise in the past, I know how challenging it can be to create something that truly makes a difference."

Based in Kenya, Jolleen is a leader of our SPARK Community. She's a mission-driven strategist, social entrepreneur, artist, and storyteller with a passion for helping purpose-driven organizations grow with integrity and impact. With experience in social innovation, digital outreach, and community building, she brings a rare blend of operational know-how, strategic thinking, and authentic empathy to every project.

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MEET ANNA

"I’m committed to being a catalyst in a chain reaction of good. One bold move, one leader, one SPARK at a time."

Splitting time between Jamaica, Nigeria, and the US, Dr. Anna Bethune is a dynamic strategist, educator, and social impact leader with more than a decade of experience guiding nonprofits, social enterprises, and purpose-driven businesses toward values-aligned growth. Her work lives at the intersection of strategy, equity, education, and systems change and is rooted in a belief that every action moves the mission forward.

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MEET MARGARIDA

"I love helping people unlock their creativity and sense of play. You'll create beautiful things when you access that part of you and have the right help. 

Based in Portugal, Margarida is an amazing visual artist who is passionate about using creativity to bring ideas to life. In addition to her 2d and 3d skills, she has created comprehensive brand kits, front end designs for websites, and was a critical part of the team who helped create the Gryphon Foundation for Global Change. She's a genuine joy to work with!

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MEET MARTA

"Even though my academic background is in political science, I decided to relate my career to NGOs because I understand the pressures and adversity that nonprofits leaders face."

Based in Ukraine, Marta's extraordinary ability to build trust across sectors and geographies, combined with her firsthand experience in high-stakes environments, makes her an invaluable partner to organizations navigating complexity. Whether drafting a strategic plan, deep grant prospecting using advanced platforms, or strengthening international partnerships, Marta offers rare insight, integrity, and perspective.

OUR MISSION IS SIMPLE. HELP YOU CHANGE THE WORLD, FASTER.

SPARK is powered by PhoenixFire Strategic Consulting, a diverse, global team of experts who transform nonprofits and small businesses into incredibly high-impact, mission-driven organizations.

 

 We don't just advise. We partner with you to aggressively drive real change and measurable success.

SPARK IS YOUR STRATEGIC LIFELINE

SPARK was built for nonprofit leaders and mission-driven businesses forced to navigate this rapid-fire, politically charged terrain.

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This is not a generic membership, a bank of webinars, or a set of frameworks divorced from reality.

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SPARK is your go-to community for:

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  • On-demand access to expert consultants who give you tailored guidance to tackle grant freezes, messaging pivots, or leadership dilemmas

  • A values-aligned community of nonprofit and justice-oriented leaders who share the urgency and mission

  • A structure for joyful resistance and collective resilience in unpredictable times. 

WHAT WE OFFER

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YOUR FIRST 30 DAYS

By the end of your first 30 days in SPARK, you'll have:

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  • Sharpened your mission and vision

  • Unlocked faster pathways to emergency funding

  • Learned to write stronger, winning grant applications

  • Discovered proven ways to build lasting donor relationships

  • Completed a SWOT analysis of your marketing

  • Built a risk management plan

  • Reflected on your leadership approach

  • Learned practical tips for using AI effectively

  • Integrated time-saving automation

  • Revamped your volunteer recruitment strategy

  • Connected with like-minded peers facing similar pressures

  • Engaged with the PFSC team for real-time support

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PRICING

PhoenixFire's Mission to help you change the world, faster. So, our goal in creating the SPARK Community is to give you world-class support from seasoned experts across the globe at a price that’s very accessible, especially considering the value of the information and support you'll receive.

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Founding member pricing - Limited time only

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Founding member pricing is only available to the first 100 members. Once those spots are filled, the monthly rate increases to the full price of $99.99.

The value of the guidance, tools, resources, and wisdom of the collective PhoenixFire team that you'll have access to will be worth thousands, if not tens of thousands, of dollars.

 

Apply now to get expert support, real community, and human-first strategy, and lock in our founding member rate.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.

  • Why work with a consultant?
    Working with a professional consultancy gives you access to a depth of knowledge and experience from organizations of varying sizes and across industries. That’s especially valuable when your organization lacks in-house expertise in a certain area or if your internal team has limited time or resources. You can access all of our experience and ability to produce results without many of the costs associated with hiring employees (taxes, insurance, benefits, etc.) or the extended time required to train them. We also help identify and mitigate risks. Our expertise enables us to foresee potential pitfalls and advise on the best course of action, thereby reducing the likelihood of costly delays or mistakes. By working with our talented team, you don't pay for the high overhead of old-school, bloated, brick and mortar firms. That ultimately saves you both time and money. You're paying for our results, not our rent.
  • What is special about the PhoenixFire team?
    PhoenixFire is a decentralized team of talented professionals who are all driven by our Mission. Above anything else, we're all genuinely good, caring human beings and each of us is passionate about helping non-profits and cause-focused businesses change the world, faster. We have team members on 3 different continents and collectively know Bulgarian, English, French, Hindi, Polish, Punjabi, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and a pinch of Afrikkans, Greek, and Italian. We've worked in widely diverse environments from international agencies and embassies to animal shelters and classrooms. We come from varied educational backgrounds that span elite liberal arts colleges, international universities, world renowned Ivy League universities, and decades of good old-fashioned, on-the-ground experience. We're animal welfare professionals, diplomatic and international logistics project leads, award winning quantitative research specialist, artists, a number of team members who assist with digital marketing, copywriting, and editing, 2 small-business owners, and a 2-time teacher of the year. PhoenixFire is proud to support an environment where each team member is respected, appreciated, and empowered. At our core, we seek our own professional development and a thirst for knowledge. Every team member is involved in our own strategic planning and what projects we take on or clients we partner with.
  • What are some of your accomplishments?
    Since day one, 100% of our work has been referral or repeat business from satisfied clients. Here are some examples of our accomplishments: Raised more than $120,000,000 (and counting) including new systems, fundraising mechanisms, and grants awarded. Grew one non-profit's revenue almost 6X, from less than $480k to over $3M, in less than 2 years. Helped grow a new social media audience from zero to more than 100,000 in less than 12 months. Advised a $60M multinational non-profit on Board governance, marketing, and development. Completely rebuilt the accounting system and brokered the sale of a 3.5M local business. Helped design a grant program that now provides roughly 1M a yr in funding across the US. Redefined the Mission, Vision, and culture of a large non-profit experiencing significant growing pain. Led a capital campaign and collaborated on the design of a state-of-the-art non-profit veterinary clinic. Most importantly, we've helped improve and save lives. That's what we're most proud of.
  • What types of organizations do you work with?
    PhoenixFire specializes in working with non-profits as well as cause-focused businesses. We are not restricted by sector, size, or geography. As a decentralized team, we operate on 3 continents and we've worked with organizations across 10 time zones. We've assisted organizations and businesses ranging in size from $400K to $60 Million USD. Our team has dedicated our lives to changing the world for the better. We're committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and equal opportunity. As such, we refuse to work with organizations that further hate, bigotry, discrimination, oppression, prejudice, injustice, intolerance, or violence.
  • What are your company values?
    Above anything else, we want to change the world for the better. We're a people-driven organization. We value relationships more than any project or amount of money, and are vocal advocates for inclusion, equity, and acceptance. If the cause is just, we're an ally. "Working with PhoenixFire is more than a job; it's being part of a nurturing family. Within this dynamic, we celebrate individual talents while uniting for our collective and clients' success. Valued and respected, we continuously grow personally and professionally. The ethos of care and appreciation for individuality trickles down from the leadership, fostering an environment where upskilling is encouraged. Our voices matter here; they're heard, respected, and contribute meaningfully. PhoenixFire isn't just a workplace; it's a supportive ecosystem where growth, learning, and making a difference are ingrained values, creating a profound sense of belonging and purpose." Megan Couchman, PhoenixFire Ops Admin "A single non-profit can make a significant difference in the cause they are working on, collectively non-profits can change the world! I'm passionate about doing work that matters, that pushes the needle forward, even if just by a fraction. Being able to help animals and people who need it is an incredible privilege." Nicole Vergos, Quantitative Analysis and Strategy Consultant "I appreciated working with PhoenixFire because each team member brings a unique set of skills, which helps foster a collaborative environment where diverse expertise intersects. The team's adaptability and shared commitment to learning from one another not only enhances our collective capabilities but also contributes to a more innovative work culture." Rabeea Shaikh, Project Management Consultant Integrity We maintain a reputation for respect and unquestionable integrity in everything we do. Passion We’re as driven by passion as you are, and we work tirelessly to help change the world. Innovation We pride ourselves on creating solutions that challenge the status quo and set new standards. Value We deliver measurable results that are always well worth the time and money invested in us. Impact We’re dedicated to providing solutions that are feasible, sustainable, and produce measurable results.
  • Why are you a good fit for us?
    We're true partners with our clients. That's why we invest time getting to know you and truly understanding your strengths and opportunities. We don’t offer a one-size-fits-all approach; we tailor our strategies and solutions to meet the unique needs and goals of your organization. This customization ensures that the solutions are not only effective but also aligned with your company’s culture and values. We see things as they could be and are successful at challenging the status quo to help you achieve that vision. We're able to interpret the stories that data tell us and turn that into wisdom. We're also committed to honestly and respectfully having crucial conversations. Our team offers a diverse skillset and real-world, operational experience that is not typical in a consulting firm of any size. We don't do just one thing, because you don't do just one thing. In 2023 alone our team took on projects in more than 50 different categories, including financial forecasting, business valuation, contract negotiation, illustration, Board governance, executive coaching, and of course, strategic planning. We've led successful capital campaigns, established grant award programs, and built and executed year-long social media strategies. Our team created systems and development efforts to raise over $120 million in our careers. We're also on the leading edge as we integrate Artificial Intelligence and other technological platforms in everything we do. We can help you in every aspect of your operations. From conceiving growth strategies to actually using the tools, our experience isn't conceptual - we actually do the work.

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

Our team at PhoenixFire is here for you, whether you have more questions or you’d just like to chat.

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You can reach out to us anytime at spark@pheonixfiresc.com.

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