ABOUT RISING
Carter Wade
Founder & CEO
Rising is a fundraising consulting business launched by Carter Wade that specializes in providing highly experienced consulting and coaching services to maximize fundraising for Mid and Major Gift Officers. With over 35 years of proven success, he's helped hundreds of non-profit organizations deepen donor relationships and raise significantly more money for their causes. Providing exceptional strategic planning and creating remarkable donor experiences sets Rising apart in the fundraising industry. Rising is dedicated to making a difference, driving positive results, and helping to change the world.
CLIENTS PARTNERED WITH OVER THE PAST 35+ YEARS
Ministries Served
Rescue Missions Served
Health Charities Served
Other Clients Served
ENDORSEMENTS
I enthusiastically recommend Carter for any organizations within the non-profit sector that require a highly skilled fundraising consultant and coach. Having worked closely with him during my tenure as EVP & Chief Development Officer at Food For The Poor, I can confidently attest to his exceptional abilities and the positive impact he has on teams and organizations. When I brought Carter on board to coach my team of Major Gift Officers, I was impressed by his tailored and disciplined approach to professional development. His ability to assess individual strengths and areas for growth allowed him to provide customized strategies that resonated deeply with each team member. As a result, we saw a significant increase in our revenue during our first year together, which is a testament to his expertise and the effectiveness of his coaching methods.
Natalie Carlisle
Chief Development Officer
K-LOVE
I am thrilled to endorse Carter as a highly effective fundraising expert with unparalleled experience. From the moment I engaged him to partner with the Orange County Rescue Mission over 30 years ago, it was clear that he would become an invaluable partner in our mission. His deep understanding of the fundraising landscape not only helped us boost revenue, through his consulting and coaching of our Mid-Level and Major Gifts team, he empowered them with the skills and confidence necessary to drive significant revenue growth over the subsequent years. His tailored strategies and hands-on guidance led to very impressive results, and his collaborative spirit truly made him feel like a member of our team. With Carter by our side, we not only enhanced our fundraising capabilities but also fostered lasting relationships with our donors. I wholeheartedly recommend him to any organization looking to elevate their fundraising efforts and achieve remarkable success.
Jim Palmer
President/CEO Emeritus
Orange County Rescue Mission
Carter has extensive experience in nonprofit fundraising. His deep understanding of mid and major gifts programs, combined with his consultation and coaching skills, make him an invaluable resource to any nonprofit looking to enhance fundraising efforts and achieve lasting impact.
Tom Harrison
Retired CEO
Russ Reid Company
Carter's major gift coaching is highly valuable and relevant to my
day to day work in establishing stronger, authentic relationships with each of the donors under my care. His 35 years of fundraising consulting experience combined with best-in-class approaches that he recommends helps me to be as successful as possible in my role. Carter cares deeply for his clients and the causes they support, which is evident in his thoughtful, relational, and practical coaching. I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to take their major giving program to new heights.
Laura Cleveland
Development Officer, Principal Giving
Union Gospel Mission, British Columbia