Meet Conscious Shift Consulting
Smart Strategy. Real Impact.
Nonprofits are driven by passion, but passion alone won’t pay the bills, build sustainable programs, or keep your team from burning out. That’s where we come in. Conscious Shift is here to help nonprofits shift from chaotic to strategic, from struggling to thriving.
We don’t believe in overcomplicated frameworks or bloated retainers. Instead, we offer sharp, action-oriented consulting that delivers real results—fast. Our team brings deep experience in nonprofit strategy, fundraising, and operations, cutting through the noise to provide exactly what you need: practical solutions, clear direction, and the momentum to move forward.
We specialize in microconsulting—focused, high-impact sessions that give you clarity without the commitment of a long-term contract. And when you need more than a one-hour session, our short-term projects offer hands-on support to implement solutions that create lasting change.
Our Philosophy
We believe that nonprofits shouldn’t have to choose between making an impact and running a sustainable operation. Our mission is to equip organizations with the strategy, structure, and tools they need to do both.
Intentionality matters. Strategy matters. The way you operate your nonprofit today will determine whether it’s still around tomorrow. Let’s make sure you’re building something that lasts.
Core Values
Intentionality – Every action and decision should align with the mission and long-term vision.
Clarity – Strategy should be clear, actionable, and free of unnecessary complexity.
Sustainability – Growth should be built on strong systems and not just short-term gains.
Empowerment – Nonprofit leaders should have the knowledge and tools to succeed beyond our engagement.
Efficiency – No fluff, no wasted time—just high-impact, results-driven support.
Meet Our Founder
I still remember the day I realized I was watching brilliant teams lose momentum—chasing every urgent ask, patching systems on the fly, and burning out their best people. Drawing on my background in development operations, prospect research, and major-gifts strategy for climate-justice coalitions, legal-aid networks, and grassroots advocacy groups, I knew nonprofits needed something different. So I founded Conscious Shift Consulting to help organizations move from reaction to intention.
Today, I’m honored to lead a small team of kindred spirits who jump in shoulder-to-shoulder: delivering quick-win microconsulting, overhauling legacy systems, and crafting stewardship toolkits that don’t just check boxes but build lasting relationships. Together, we chart a clear path—defining what success looks like, what it takes to get there, and how to sustain it—so our partners can spend their energy on what truly matters: driving their mission forward.
If you’d like to explore what an intentional fundraising strategy could look like for your team, let's start the conversation.
Shakira Ferrell
Founder and Principal Consultant
Why Work With Us?
No Fluff, Just Strategy: We get straight to the point. Every session is designed to deliver actionable insights, not theoretical discussions.
Fast, Effective Solutions: Whether through a one-hour consultation or a short-term project, we work quickly to help you solve problems and move forward.
Deep Nonprofit Expertise: We’ve been in the trenches—leading development teams, optimizing operations, and scaling impact-driven organizations. We know what works.
If you’re ready to make the shift, we’re ready to help.
