Why M2 Consulting
M2 Consulting was founded on one simple idea—propelling organizations forward through effective funding and strategic planning. We are experts in both areas, with decades of public and private-sector experience (and millions in grant dollars and donations secured to our name)—but we do more than find funding opportunities, secure grants and manage capital campaigns. We work with you one-on-one to custom-craft services that support your organization's goals.
We offer individual services to help you find and secure funding, as well as provide comprehensive services to support your organization both externally (community outreach and engagement) and internally (internal controls to ensure proper checks-and-balances, support of your programs and operations).
Our experience is extensive and spans:
- Capital campaigns
- Fundraising events
- Private foundation grants
- State and Federal grants
- Corporate giving opportunities
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Meet the Founder
Founder/ceo
Maureen McKissick
M2 Consulting Founder and CEO Maureen McKissick brings over 20 years of experience and an expert eye for identifying funding opportunities to the team. Her accomplishments range from securing and managing a $400,000 IBM Smarter Cities Grant to achieving a 700% increase in average annual private grants over a 12-year period on behalf of the City of Reno. She has diverse and extensive experience in everything from capital-campaign development to fundraising event planning to grant writing. Prior to founding M² Consulting, Maureen worked as a grant writer and policy analyst for the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ), as the strategic development administrator for the City of Reno City Manager's Office, and as the executive director of development for the Transforming Youth Recovery Program for the Stacie Mathewson Foundation.
"My expertise includes short- and long-term strategic planning, community engagement, collaboration and partnerships, and all aspects of fund development from grants to corporate sponsorships to fundraising events. My passion is work that has a purpose — making a difference in the lives of the people in my community."
Areas of Expertise
- Capital campaigns
- Fundraising events
- Private foundation grants
- State and Federal grants
- Corporate giving opportunities
- Internal oversight (policy development, team-building, hiring & reorganization)
Highlights
- 20 years fundraising and partnership building experience
- 10+ years event management experience
- Over $44 million raised
Awards
- “Innovation in Support of Entrepreneurial Ecosystem: Reno Accelerator Fund” | Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (2015)
- “Woman of Achievement” | Nevada Women’s Fund (2010)
- “Women Making A Difference” | Soroptimists international, Truckee Meadows Chapter (2009)
- “Excellence in Commitment to Community” | Special Commendation from Senator John Ensign, R-NV (2008
- “Outstanding Fundraising Professional” | Association of Fundraising Professionals, Sierra Nevada Chapter (2008)
- “Outstanding Contribution”| National League of Cities (2006)