BrightDot Nonprofit Mentorship Program
Led by veteran fundraiser coach Allison Crouch Gilbert, BrightDot’s Nonprofit Mentorship Program is a personalized coaching experience designed to turn development professionals into confident, high-impact fundraisers.
Why Mentorship Matters
Fundraising is more than the ask. It’s about connection, confidence, and building lasting donor relationships.
This mentorship is built for development professionals ready to grow their impact.
Support that meets you where you are.
- Personalized 1:1 Zoom or in-person coaching
- Major gift strategy & storytelling techniques
- Confidence and clarity in donor conversations
- Tools for time management & prioritization
- Flexible scheduling & ongoing support
“Allison’s coaching has been a cornerstone of our fundraising success. Her deep expertise, combined with a genuine passion for helping others, makes her an invaluable partner in achieving our goals. Working with Allison feels like collaborating with a friend—her positivity, warmth, and collaborative spirit make every step of the process both impactful and incredibly rewarding.”
-Leigh Ann Miller
Vice President of Philanthropy
Dorcas Ministries
Meet Your Mentor
Allison Crouch Gilbert, Senior Vice President and Partner at BrightDot, has over 30 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, ranging from alumni affairs, annual giving, and major gift cultivation. Beginning her fundraising career as Director of Capital and Major Gifts at Meredith College, she went on to lead fundraising efforts at various nonprofits throughout North Carolina before landing at the North Carolina State College of Veterinary Medicine. There, she served as a leader in major gift development, ultimately being named Executive Director of the Foundation. In 2020, Allison joined the team at BrightDot to work alongside her father, CEO Bill Crouch, helping organizations grow through strategic mentorship, donor cultivation, and capital campaign execution.
Real Impact
