Inspire. Raise.

Supporting NGOs and associations in structuring or strengthening their major gifts fundraising in Switzerland, in order to build lasting, trust-based partnerships.

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Because a major gift doesn't just happen – it requires a dedicated approach

I am an independent fundraising consultant based in Geneva, specialising in major gifts and philanthropic partnerships. I help NGOs design tailored and realistic fundraising strategies built on trust and long-term relationships with foundations, major donors and public authorities – at the heart of my Inspire. Raise. philosophy.

Over the course of my career, I have developed solid expertise in the Swiss philanthropic landscape and supported several organisations in building significant multi-year partnerships with Swiss donors.

I bring a 360° perspective that combines analytical rigour with empathy. I am a member of SwissFundraising, the national association for fundraising professionals in Switzerland.

  • 10 years' experience, including 6 years with MSF Switzerland
  • Support to organisations of very different sizes
  • Experience across humanitarian, development, human rights, environment sectors
  • In-depth knowledge of the Swiss philanthropic landscape
  • Focus on grant-making foundations in French-speaking Switzerland
  • A realistic, relationship-driven and long-term approach
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Mes services

Tailored support, adapted to your needs

Major gifts strategy & advisory (behind the scenes)

  • Organisational audit and diagnostic.
  • Design of your major gifts strategy.
  • Prospect identification and mapping of existing networks.
  • Optimisation of fundraising materials.
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Major gifts strategy & advisory (behind the scenes)

  • Organisational audit and diagnostic.
  • Design of your major gifts strategy.
  • Prospect identification and mapping of existing networks.
  • Optimisation of fundraising materials.
Contact

Major gifts strategy & advisory (behind the scenes)

  • Organisational audit and diagnostic.
  • Design of your major gifts strategy.
  • Prospect identification and mapping of existing networks.
  • Optimisation of fundraising materials.
Contact

My approach

Inspire. Raise.

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A strategic and human approach to major gifts fundraising, where the quality of relationships matters more than the number of asks.

2

A marathon, not a sprint. Major gifts take time to build: it often requires 12 to 24 months of consistent effort before seeing solid results.

3

Asking at the right time. The solicitation comes after genuine cultivation, when the relationship and trust are sufficiently established.

4

Partners, not cash machines. I see donors as true partners and favour a relationship-driven approach based on respect and listening, far from a purely transactional logic.

5

A structured approach, true to your DNA. I help you build a clear, realistic strategy that is aligned with who you are, to increase your chances of long-term success.

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Ethical fees. In line with the SwissFundraising ethical charter, my fees are based on time spent and never on a percentage of funds raised.

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Transparency & confidentiality. I always act in the sole interest of the organisations that mandate me and commit to maintaining strict confidentiality regarding all information they share.

Who I work with

My clients

My partners

Let's talk

Candice Turquet Consulting

c/o Calliopée Sarl

Rue de Chantepoulet 10

1201 Geneva

candiceturquet@gmail.com

+41 (0) 76 615 03 48

+33 (0) 6 61 01 41 67

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