Michelle Whiting of Michelle Whiting & Associates is a trailblazer in the Non-Profit Industry. Her tenacity and expertise in the field has helped the Joffrey Ballet secure funds it may not have been able to obtain on its own. She is by far the best Foundation Consultant in the United States or United Kingdom, I have encountered.

Christopher Clinton Conway
Executive Director
The Joffrey Ballet

When we first contracted with Michelle Whiting to help us with the identification of new funders, I did not realize all of the other capabilities, talents and experiences that she would bring to the relationship, and how much we would benefit from her services. While some fundraising consultants might focus on the narrow grants process, Michelle approached our organization holistically and helped us with strategic planning for program expansion, board development, staffing and networking within the community. In particular, Michelle facilitated several new relationships for us that enabled us to expand our program into Los Angeles two years ahead of schedule.

Her astute insights into the philanthropic community and her advice on planning for strategic growth have dramatically changed our organization’s outlook and sustainability for the next three years. More importantly, since Michelle brings to the table a wealth of experiences, we have been able to leapfrog some typical hurdles and focus our limited internal efforts on opportunities and efforts with high yield potential. Bottom line: a relationship with Michelle Whiting produces a very strong return on investment—with both immediate and sustainable payback.

Julie Evans
Chief Executive Officer
Project Tomorrow

In both of my professional Development positions in Los Angeles, I have made hiring Michelle Whiting an important part of strengthening my Foundation and Government Grant Departments. Michelle's thorough knowledge of the philanthropic community, her proposal writing skills and her track record of successful fundraising has served me well in two very different non profit settings, children's health and the visual arts.

Laura Hardy
Senior Vice President of Development,
Junior Blind of America
(former Vice President, Los Angeles County Museum of Art)

I have had the pleasure of working with Michelle Whiting & Associates at several local and national nonprofit organizations and I am continually impressed by the depth, breadth and quality of the services provided. Her comprehensive understanding of the philanthropic and service communities makes her an invaluable resource whether you are in need of a high level executive search, seeking new funding sources, or developing programs or proposals.

Jennifer Drake
Chief Development Officer
Los Angeles Alliance for College-Ready Public Schools

Working with Michelle Whiting has been one of the most positive experiences that our board and organization have had. In addition to identifying a plethora of previously untapped foundation leads and already bringing an additional $23,000 into our organization, Michelle has devoted herself to helping us reimagine what is possible—even in these extremely tough times. Her insight, dedication and integrity have challenged all of us to grow beyond the initial vision we had for ourselves and this work. Michelle is much more than a development consultant. She has become one of our biggest supporters and strongest advocates.

Eric Mitchell
Board President
The Human Rights Education Center of Utah

An investment in Michelle Whiting and Associates will generate revenue many times in excess of her fees. However, as her client we have received so much more. Michelle’s effectiveness is extraordinary, an unusual consultant who does more than speak in clichés, she delivers work that is relevant to our agency’s needs.

Larry Haynes
Executive Director
Mercy House

There are few people with as comprehensive and astute understanding of the nonprofit organization as Michelle Whiting. Although her primary expertise is financial development, her approach to ensuring structural stability for every organization integrates a wide knowledge of programming, a keen eye for capacity enhancement and extensive experience with human resource development, both staff and volunteer.

Lynne Tsuda
Girls Incorporated National

Michelle Whiting understands nonprofits. She is not only well respected in the Los Angeles foundation and nonprofit arena, but also her natural instincts for quickly understanding an organization, allow one to set a record breaking pace for moving forward with fundraising strategies. Her high energy, no-nonsense, efficient approach was a breath of fresh air; she quickly became a valued teammate for me and a fast friend.

Linda Novick Okeefe
Executive Director
Common Threads

I have been privileged to work with Michelle Whiting on behalf of two very different non-profit organizations. One is a small, artist-run, modestly budgeted contemporary fine arts organization, and the other is a private school with a progressive educational philosophy and a three million dollar budget. What has impressed me is that in both circumstances, Michelle has taken the time to study and guage each organization's specific challenges, and then works forward from a place of real understanding. She does not offer simple "cookie cutter" solutions to complex and unique situations. What's more, Michelle is very generous in sharing valuable suggestions and advice for how to proceed once her consultancy is completed. She is fun to work with and she is passionate about her work—a great combination!

Jeff Beall
Vice Chairman, Westside Waldorf School
Chairman, Project X Foundation for Art and Criticism

Michelle Whiting’s consultancy practice has proven itself over and over again as a great resource for me and the organization’s I’ve represented. Outsourcing is often times a nonprofits best solution/investment. For 15 years Whiting and Associates has delivered consistent, predictable results. They say, “A rising tide lifts all boats.” Michelle Whiting inspires a tide of professionalism—her insight and intelligence about our industry is unmatched and has provided me a touchstone in all of my leadership roles.

Rita Redaelli-Stenlund
Executive Director
Newport Harbor Nautical Museum

Whether it's a special project or a long-term assignment, Michelle takes care of business on-time and on-budget.

John Healthcliff
Vice President of Development
Initiative for Global Development, Seattle
Former VP of Development The Fulfillment Fund, and Public Counsel