Diverse and global, flexible and personable, we are Bonum Collective.
OUR PEOPLE
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Aisha is expert in grant prospecting, proposal writing, and managing foundations’ grant reporting requirements.She brings over 15 years of experience in nonprofit grant writing and fundraising strategy, securing millions in funding for organizations across sectors.
Aisha translates complex program needs into compelling narratives, and has a proven track record of aligning organizational goals with funder priorities, resulting in sustained partnerships and transformative impact.
Her persuasive, data-driven proposals have helped secure major grants from national and global foundations, US government agencies, and corporate donors.
Whomever the audience, Aisha consistently combines in-depth prospect research with clear, compelling storytelling, ensuring that every proposal resonates with funders’ priorities.
Aisha holds a BSc in Politics and Economics from the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS).
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Keiron is an accomplished writer, editor, and communications specialist who amplifies the voices of mission-driven organizations.Serving as the Communications Manager at Norfolk and Waveney Mind, Keiron has raised awareness of the charity’s impactful work with those experiencing mental health challenges.
His consultancy work has provided writing and storytelling expertise to a diverse range of nonprofits, helping them connect with audiences in meaningful and lasting ways.
An award-winning non-fiction author, Keiron’s latest book, Endless Flight: The Life of Joseph Roth, was a Book of the Year in The Times and received extensive positive coverage in The New York Times, Washington Post, Times Literary Supplement, Die Zeit, and more.
He has 25 years of experience as a journalist and editor, and an ability to craft narratives that resonate directly, convincingly, and from the heart.
Keiron teaches non-fiction writing at the University of East Anglia’s creative writing program and the National Centre for Writing, and he is a graduate of Brunel University of London.
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Lily is a psychologist, psychotherapist, and social worker with experience in social service agencies across New York and California.Specializing in the psychology of giving, Lily combines behavioral science and therapeutic insight to help nonprofits cultivate deeper, more meaningful connections with their supporters.
Lily’s expertise includes donor psychology, facilitating understanding of supporter motivations, and providing strategic guidance on messaging that resonates on a personal level.
She blends psychological depth and practical application to enable nonprofits to foster authentic relationships with their communities.
A champion of healthy, high-performing cultures, she helps nonprofits put wellbeing at the core of their operations.
As a wellness consultant, she counsels nonprofit leaders, managers and teams in fostering thriving working cultures.
Lily earned her bachelor’s from the University of Pennsylvania, graduate degrees from Sarah Lawrence College and New York University, and a postgraduate fellowship in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at Reiss-Davis.
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Omar is a nonprofit strategist and fundraising expert with over 12 years of experience crafting unique, impactful identities for mission-driven organizations.He has guided dozens of nonprofits, from foundations and educational institutions to environmental and social justice groups, in building brands that resonate deeply with their audiences.
Omar combines a passion for communications strategy, branding, and messaging to help partners create cohesive narratives and execute high-impact campaigns.
His work spans all channels, and he has supported clients in raising over $100M in fundraising campaigns, often leading organizations through transformative brand overhauls and development initiatives.
Before entering the nonprofit space directly, Omar started out in agency creative roles where he served nonprofit organizations and large foundations as clients.
Omar brings a fresh, multidisciplinary approach and strategic insight to empower nonprofits to communicate more effectively and win lasting support.
He is a graduate of the University of London.
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Tamara is a business development and client engagement strategist with a deep commitment to empowering nonprofits.As the bridge between Bonum Collective and its nonprofit partners, Tamara leads new client relationships, working closely with mission-driven organizations to understand their unique needs and shape strategies for sustainable growth.
With over a decade of experience in nonprofit consulting, Tamara has a proven track record of building lasting partnerships that drive impact and expand reach.
She plays an instrumental role in managing each partner’s journey with Bonum, ensuring every engagement is collaborative, responsive, and outcome-focused.
Dedicated to delivering innovative, values-driven solutions for nonprofits, Tamara’s expertise lies in aligning Bonum Collective’s diverse services to client goals—bringing a thoughtful, client-centered approach to each relationship.
Tamara holds a degree in Communications and Business from Kingston University.
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Krysta is a seasoned brand strategist and nonprofit leader with nearly 20 years of experience in organizational leadership, messaging, and strategic planning.Blending visionary thinking and practical execution, Krysta has shaped brands across entertainment, tech, and advocacy.
She’s held key roles at organizations including YouTube, LumaForge, and B!G DEAL BRANDING, and has served nonprofits as a board member and in senior management.
Most recently, she was a nonprofit leader as COO of the Institute for American Policing Reform.
Krysta excels at guiding teams in transition, whether building something new within established organizations or helping companies pivot from early-stage growth to sustainable scale.
She loves to partner closely with Founders, EDs, and CEOs to align strategic vision with actionable steps, creating impactful, mission-driven growth.
Krysta holds a BA in Integrated Marketing and Communications and an MA in Organizational Leadership.
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Diane is a seasoned fundraising and donor engagement expert with a depth of invaluable experience earned across four continents.
In addition to operational knowledge gained as an internal development lead, Diane draws on deep strategic insight and understanding of donor psychology to craft data-driven strategies that drive audience engagement and raise funds.
As comfortable assessing a potential creative treatment as performing a deep-dive audit of large datasets and performing analytics, Diane brings a well-rounded expertise and open attitude to each partner engagement.
Among many other organizations, Diane has boosted donor retention and ROI for Médecins Sans Frontières, the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation, Royal British Legion, and Terrence Higgins Trust.
With a global perspective and practical approach, she is a trusted partner for nonprofits aiming to deepen donor relationships.
She holds a BA in Economics & Political Science from McGill University and a Master’s in Communication Management from the University of Southern California.
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With nearly two decades of experience, Daniel is a versatile development strategist, and storyteller who has raised millions for nonprofits.Daniel brings expertise in grant writing, donor strategy, major gifts and board relations, and the use of strategic storytelling to elevate fundraising.
He has amplified nonprofit leaders’ voices through ghostwritten op-eds in national outlets and speeches, and written hundreds of successful grant proposals.
As a fractional head of development, he has built individual, corporate, and foundation support for diverse mission-driven organizations.
Daniel’s storytelling skills—which includes writing film and TV projects for Hollywood studios and premium cable companies—elevate his donor engagement and communications work.
His earlier roles include Director of Development for Poster House museum and Park East Synagogue and Day School, all in New York City, and as a grant writing specialist in the US and UK.
Daniel holds degrees from University College London and Sciences Po Paris.
OUR ORGANIZATIONS SERVED
How We’re Different
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We’re nonprofit professionals seasoned across high-impact fields like tech, behavioral science, entertainment, and major media. This blend of expertise and our insider-outsider perspective enables us to see the full potential of your organization, uncover hidden opportunities, and amplify your impact in ways others might miss.
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From our own nonprofit experience, we understand how easy it is to become so immersed in your mission that you lose sight of what drives your supporters. We help you uncover the motivations and values of specific audiences, enabling more effective engagement, deeper relationships, and sustained support.
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Expert in the psychology of giving, we understand that donors respond to messages that feel personal, urgent, and meaningful. Drawing on behavioral science, we use social proof to build trust, urgency to inspire action, and A/B testing and audience analysis to craft messages that resonate.
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In a world where attention is hard to capture, we analyze data to track donor behavior and giving patterns, helping to identify high-value supporters and those most likely to give again. Personalized engagement strategies and segmented campaigns ensure that every interaction is relevant and impactful.
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Operating remotely and globally, we offer customized, cost-effective support scaled to meet the needs of nonprofits of any size. While we may not be physically in the room, our commitment to your success is fully present in all we do.
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At our core, we’re storytellers and behavioral scientists captivated by what drives people to engage and give. We harness these insights to help nonprofits build deep, authentic connections that secure essential support for the work that matters most.
Our Collective Values
Collective Purpose
We focus on meaningful outcomes for our partners and the communities they serve, appreciating that every engagement contributes to a greater good.
Aptitude & Attitude
We value both skill and spirit. By pairing diverse expertise with a positive, collaborative approach, we’re committed to being partners that others trust and enjoy.
Learning Over Knowing
We approach each project with open minds, valuing fresh insights over assumptions, eager to grow alongside our partners and to provide curiosity-driven solutions.
Mindfulness of Resources
We know that time and funding are invaluable. To maximize both for our partners, we develop highly customizable project scopes and ensure every effort delivers meaningful returns.
AMPLIFY YOUR MISSION