Swaim Strategies is a boutique fundraising event consultancy founded in 2004 and based in Portland, Oregon. Led by Samantha Swaim—an event planning and fundraising veteran with over 20 years of experience—the firm is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise and LGBT Business Enterprise.
What They Do:
- End‑to‑end fundraising event strategy & production: Whether virtual, in-person, or hybrid, they craft tailored strategies—from logistics and event design to seamless execution.
- Compelling storytelling: Their team writes scripts, produces videos, and shapes narratives that emotionally resonate with donors and attendees.
- Board & staff capacity building: Through customized training, keynotes, and on‑demand consulting, Swaim empowers nonprofit teams to plan, manage, and maximize their own events.
- Thought leadership and education: They host the popular “Fundraising Elevator” podcast, run webinars, publish guides (like “Planning a Successful Major Donor Event”), and organize the annual Elevate Conference to share best practices across the nonprofit field.
Who They Serve & Impact:
Their clients span small grassroots nonprofits to national organizations, including LGBTQIA+ and social justice groups, Girls Inc., Centro Cultural, Camp Fire, and many more. Testimonials highlight their deep partnership approach—helping clients stay mission‑focused while delivering seamless, high‑impact events.
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