Interim Staffing

Power up your fundraising team

Our Outcome

Navigate staffing transitions with ease.

In the fast-paced world of nonprofits, staff turnover or transitions can disrupt the flow of operations and hinder progress. Imagine having experienced professionals seamlessly integrated into your organization, providing leadership and strategic direction while you take the time you need to find the best replacement.

Are you looking for:

  • An approach that allows your organization to continue with day-to-day operations uninterrupted?
  • An outside, expert perspective on what’s working and what’s not working in your department?
  • A full development assessment and plan to be able to hand over to your next leader, setting them up for success from the very beginning?

Alford Group offers qualified interim staff who step into leadership roles, guiding your team with expertise and insight to ensure continuity and progress during periods of transition.

Our Services

Enhance your team with seasoned leaders.

Interim Executive & Development Leadership

Navigating the departure of an executive position or director-level development team member – and need steady leadership?

We provide experienced professionals to serve in interim executive roles—offering stability, guidance, and continuity while you plan for what’s next.

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Day to Day Operations Management

Need to keep things running smoothly during a staffing transition?

We step in to manage day-to-day operations, oversee teams, and maintain key donor and partner relationships to ensure uninterrupted progress.

Strategy Recommendations

Want outside perspective during a critical leadership gap?

We bring deep sector knowledge and best practices to offer strategic counsel and recommendations that strengthen your direction and decision-making.

New Hire Onboarding and Transition

Concerned about a rocky handoff to a new staff member?

We ensure a seamless transition by supporting onboarding, knowledge transfer and early-stage integration to set up your new hire—and your team—for success.

Our Approach

Steady leadership, seamless transitions

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We fill the gap with experience.

Whether you need an interim Chief Development Officer, Development Director or Development Manager, we place seasoned professionals who’ve led development teams and understand the realities of fundraising. Our consultants step in with confidence, context and care.
 

We provide boots-on-the-ground support.

You’ll receive consistent, hands-on leadership during times of transition. From fulfilling day-to-day responsibilities to managing teams and supporting leadership, we ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
 

We offer insight and momentum.

Interim staffing is more than a placeholder—it’s an opportunity to strengthen your development operations. We bring a fresh perspective, assess capabilities and provide coaching and training to prepare your team for long-term success.

Future Focused Fundraising: A Quick Roadmap for Next Generation Giving

The great wealth transfer and generational shifts are transforming philanthropy, and nonprofits are asking how to connect with the donors of tomorrow. This blog explores four actionable ways your organization can engage Gen Z and Millennial supporters—through digital giving, storytelling, social media presence, and thoughtful donor evaluation. Start building the relationships that will sustain your mission for decades to come.

Leading Through Uncertainty: Why Nonprofits Need Change Management

Change is no longer a temporary challenge for nonprofits—it’s the new normal. From shifting funding streams to evolving community needs, organizations must learn to adapt without losing focus. This blog explores how a structured, people-centered approach to change management can help nonprofits navigate uncertainty, strengthen engagement, and achieve lasting impact.

Pathway to Resilient Teams: An Adaptive Leader’s Toolkit for Supporting Teams through Change

Adaptive leaders know that organizational success starts with strong, motivated teams. In this blog, Alford Group’s Alexis Cook shares five essential characteristics of high-performing teams—trust, communication, clarity, engagement, and shared goals—and how leaders can strengthen each one. Explore practical frameworks like RACI, DACI, and the Adaptive Leaders Toolkit to help your team embrace change, build resilience, and move forward with confidence.

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