Mitra Karami (she/her)
Senior Consultant
Current Town
Duvall, WA
Why I Love This Work
What I love most about this work is helping organizations discover what's possible. Fundraising is about so much more than meeting revenue goals - it's about building meaningful relationships, strengthening organizations, and creating the resources needed to advance missions that change lives and communities. I enjoy partnering closely with nonprofit leaders to solve complex challenges, identify new opportunities, and build fundraising programs that are both strategic and sustainable. Seeing an organization gain confidence, increase its impact, and achieve goals that once felt out of reach is incredibly rewarding. Every nonprofit has a unique story to tell, and I love helping them share that story in ways that inspire generosity and create lasting change.
Services & Areas of Expertise
Interim Development Leadership, Comprehensive Fundraising Assessments, Strategic Fundraising Planning, Annual Fund Strategy, Development Program Design, Capital Campaign Readiness, Major and Principal Gift Strategy, Mid-Level Giving, Monthly Giving Programs, Individual Giving Strategy, Development Team Coaching, Development Operations, Donor Database and CRM Strategy, Fundraising Analytics, Workplace Giving, Annual Giving Campaigns, Fundraising Communications, Appeal Writing, Event Strategy, Sponsorship Development, Development Staffing and Hiring, and Strategic Communications.
Notable Projects
Throughout my career, I have partnered with organizations of all sizes to strengthen fundraising programs, guide leadership through periods of transition, and build sustainable philanthropic growth. My consulting work has included comprehensive development assessments, interim fundraising leadership, annual fund strategy, campaign planning, capital campaign readiness, development infrastructure, donor engagement, and strategic communications. I have successfully helped organizations rebuild fundraising programs, launch new initiatives, increase donor retention and revenue, prepare for major campaigns, improve fundraising operations, and develop long term strategies that position nonprofits for lasting success. And I have worked across a wide range of sectors, bringing practical, collaborative solutions tailored to each client's unique goals and challenges.
Sectors I've Worked In
Human Services, Arts, Education, Animal Welfare
Fun Fact
Outside of work, you'll usually find me exploring the Pacific Northwest with my husband and our dog, Monkey. Whether we're hiking scenic trails, discovering new beaches, or taking weekend road trips, we love finding new places to adventure together.
Education
BA from University of Colorado, Boulder