Jonathan Helder CFRE, ECRF
Education & Certifications
Bachelors in Business & Finance Grand Valley State University
Certified Fund Raising Executive CFRE International
Certificate in Religious Fundraising Lake Institute, Lilly School of Philanthropy, Indiana University
Principles & Techniques of Fundraising Lilly School of Philanthropy, Indiana University
Work Experience
Advancement Director
All Belong Center for Inclusive Education
Development Director
Jubilee Centers International
Fundraiser, Coach, Data Nerd
I love nonprofits! In addition to the vital role they play in society, I love working with people whose life’s work is serving others. I founded Clarity so that I could use my experience and know-how to strengthen nonprofit’s missions and bolster their impact in our community. After nearly a decade of fundraising and nonprofit leadership experience, I have learned what works, what doesn’t, and how to use data to tell the difference. I would love the opportunity to see how I can help further your mission.
I am the proud father of Lily & Flint, husband of Emily, and native of Grand Rapids, Michigan. When I’m not working with partners, you can usually find me fixing up my 1930’s Tudor or traveling with my family to National Parks and throughout the great lakes state.
Community Engagement
Member
Board Member, Chair of Fundraising Education
Bonus Facts
- Jon can juggle
- Jon has an identical twin brother
- Jon’s personal budget spreadsheet has 20 tabs
