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Fueling Fundraising, Empowering
Non-profits

Sam helps non-profits grow their fundraising impact through data-driven strategy, actionable plans, and team empowerment. By taking a comprehensive, results-oriented approach, she works alongside organizations to unlock their full potential in donor engagement and revenue generation.

Through a tailored blend of data analytics, strategic planning, and hands-on coaching, Sam supports non-profit teams in identifying opportunities, optimizing fundraising campaigns, and strengthening internal capabilities. Whether improving donor retention, launching a major gifts program, or building a sustainable annual fund strategy, she provides the tools and insights needed to make informed decisions and see measurable results.

Ultimately, her goal is to help non-profit and charity leaders meet their fundraising targets and equip them with the skills, confidence, and infrastructure to exceed them year after year.

Fueling Fundraising,
Empowering Non-profits

Sam helps non-profits grow their fundraising impact through data-driven strategy, actionable plans, and team empowerment. By taking a comprehensive, results-oriented approach, she works alongside organizations to unlock their full potential in donor engagement and revenue generation.

Through a tailored blend of data analytics, strategic planning, and hands-on coaching, Sam supports non-profit teams in identifying opportunities, optimizing fundraising campaigns, and strengthening internal capabilities. Whether improving donor retention, launching a major gifts program, or building a sustainable annual fund strategy, she provides the tools and insights needed to make informed decisions and see measurable results.

Ultimately, her goal is to help non-profit and charity leaders meet their fundraising targets and equip them with the skills, confidence, and infrastructure to exceed them year after year.

Testimonials

Sam Laprade is a tenured fundraiser who used her advanced public speaking and media experience to launch not one but multiple public media conversations on behalf of the charitable sector. She brings joy, energy, good questions and frankly, much needed funds to the sector from a generous Canadian public who have honest questions about how charity works, and how they can help.
Paul NazarethGenerosity Educator. 25 year Canadian fundraising professional
Sam is both plugged in and the consummate connector. Her love of people, her purposeful approach, and her desire to create impact are the threads woven into her varied career, from politics to philanthropy to broadcasting. Sam gets people and people in turn gravitate to her.
Chris DayPublic Affairs and Strategic Communications Executive
Sam is a gem in Ottawa’s comedy scene—big-hearted, community-driven, and hilariously talented. Her infectious energy lights up every room and working with her to raise money for charitable causes in Ottawa is a joy. Ottawa is lucky to have her as both an entertainer and a community champion!
Martin SampsonCEO, Canadian Parks and Recreation Association

Testimonials

Sam Laprade is a tenured fundraiser who used her advanced public speaking and media experience to launch not one but multiple public media conversations on behalf of the charitable sector. She brings joy, energy, good questions and frankly, much needed funds to the sector from a generous Canadian public who have honest questions about how charity works, and how they can help.
Paul NazarethGenerosity Educator. 25 year Canadian fundraising professional
Sam is both plugged in and the consummate connector. Her love of people, her purposeful approach, and her desire to create impact are the threads woven into her varied career, from politics to philanthropy to broadcasting. Sam gets people and people in turn gravitate to her.
Chris DayPublic Affairs and Strategic Communications Executive
Sam is a gem in Ottawa’s comedy scene—big-hearted, community-driven, and hilariously talented. Her infectious energy lights up every room and working with her to raise money for charitable causes in Ottawa is a joy. Ottawa is lucky to have her as both an entertainer and a community champion!
Martin SampsonCEO, Canadian Parks and Recreation Association

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Legacy & Monthly Giving Program Development

Creating sustainable giving programs that deepen donor
commitment over time.

Fundraising & Stewardship Planning

Crafting custom fundraising and stewardship plans aligned with your mission and capacity.

Team Coaching & Capacity Building

Coaching professional fundraisers and non-profit teams to elevate skills, confidence, and increase revenue.

Capital Campaign Feasibility Studies

Evaluating readiness and building a path to successful campaign execution.

Board & Leadership Engagement

Strengthening board involvement in fundraising through training, strategy sessions, and relationship-building.

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