Sheela Mahajan

  • Direct Mail Fundraising
  • Inclusive Leadership
  • Performance & Goal Setting
  • Theory of Change Development

I am passionate about connecting nonprofit professionals and nonprofit scholars in two-way conversation to advance the sector through the application of scientific thinking. My work focuses on creating content (articles, podcasts, courses) that break down barriers to research-backed information, so nonprofit professionals can implement the ideas toward their causes.

Services:

  • Performance and goal setting
  • Theory of change development
  • Direct mail fundraising strategies
  • Inclusive leadership training

Nonprofits I’ve Worked With:

  • Sustainable housing and homelessness
  • Social justice and equity-driven initiatives
  • Educational and capacity-building organizations
  • Nonprofits fostering inclusive leadership and community connection

Clients I Work Best With:

  • Nonprofits eager to integrate research-backed strategies into their work
  • Leaders seeking to strengthen inclusivity and impact within their organizations
  • Teams looking for innovative approaches to fundraising and goal setting
  • Organizations focused on creating systemic, evidence-driven change

Sheela builds up so much trust within the organization. You know she’s part of the team and she helps the team succeed.

Chris Koerner Director of Lead Gifts, Friendship Place