Turning great missions into sustainable movements.
We design the systems and stories that help nonprofit leaders fund, grow, and sustain their impact.
Our Mission
Spark Fundraising Solutions strengthens the global philanthropic ecosystem by empowering nonprofits and donors with the knowledge, tools, and relationships they need to expand access to capital and drive equitable, sustainable social impact.
Our Vision
A world where every community has the resources, leadership, and opportunities it needs to thrive — powered by a transparent, collaborative, and equitable philanthropic system.
Our Strategic Approach
1. Build Stronger Organizations
A world where every community has the resources, leadership, and opportunities it needs to thrive — powered by a transparent, collaborative, and equitable philanthropic system.
2. Educate and Empower Donors
Spark delivers evidence-based donor education, convenings, and advisory support that help funders make informed, equitable, and high-impact giving decisions.
3. Connect the Philanthropic Ecosystem
Spark convenes funders, organizations, and communities to strengthen relationships, increase transparency, and expand access to capital, accelerating social impact across sectors and geographies.
Meet Our Team
Charlie Rich
Founder & CEO
With a background in nonprofit leadership, fundraising strategy, and social impact, Charlie brings over a decade of experience guiding organizations across the U.S. and Africa to sustainable growth. He has led multi-million-dollar fundraising campaigns, strengthened boards, and built cross-sector partnerships that align mission with long-term financial sustainability.
Anele Ngidi
VP, Strategy, Impact, and Sustainability
With a background in research, institutional advisory, ESG, and impact, Anele brings 15+ years of experience guiding organisations on aligning financial performance with purpose. She has advised pension funds, refined SMME and inclusive finance strategies, and led strategy implementation and PMO functions.
Mary Imevbore
Director, Brand Growth & Engagement
With a background in entrepreneurship, brand strategy, and innovation, Mary brings a proven track record of helping organizations craft authentic stories that drive growth and connection. As Co-founder of Waeve, a VC-backed beauty brand featured in Vogue and Essence, she blends creative vision with strategic execution.
Our Services
Fundraising Strategy & Financial Sustainability
Raise more with a plan that actually works.
We help you assess your current capacity, design a campaign strategy (annual or capital), engage major donors, train your board, and build the stewardship systems that keep relationships strong.
Board & Leadership Development
Your leadership team determines your trajectory.
We support board alignment, fundraising readiness, governance audits, executive coaching, and strategic planning — so your team is equipped to lead, fundraise, and grow.
Brand Strategy & Storytelling
Tell your story so people listen — and act.
We sharpen your brand positioning, craft your narrative, design donor/investor-facing materials and digital campaigns that build trust, engagement, and funding momentum.
Innovation & Growth Strategy
Turn the big idea into sustainable action.
For social enterprises and growth-minded organizations, we help build new business models, diversify revenue, launch programs/products, and apply technology and partnerships to scale with purpose.
Impact, Sustainability & ESG Advisory
Transform purpose into performance.
We work with you to integrate ESG principles, create impact measurement frameworks, establish governance and reporting systems, and prepare you for responsible investment and scaling.
Funding Readiness Accelerator
Your launchpad for serious growth.
Designed for emerging nonprofit leaders, this 4-week cohort gets you investment-ready. You’ll craft a compelling case for support, build a fundraising playbook, engage your board in fundraising, create simple but powerful impact metrics, and pitch funders with confidence.
Our Values
Impact
We prioritise tangible, sustainable outcomes over short-term gains.
Learning
We treat every engagement as a learning opportunity - for Spark, our clients, and
our wider ecosystem.
Empowerment
We enable organisations to build internal capability, not dependency.
Integrity
We act transparently, uphold ethical standards, and earn trust through consistent
action.
Equity
We center and amplify marginalized voices in every decision and platform.
Collaboration
We co-create with clients, partners, and communities to build shared
impact.