Gather & Grow Consulting helps mission-driven organizations in Northeast Florida strengthen donor relationships, grow philanthropic support, and build sustainable community engagement strategies rooted in authenticity and connection.

Founded by Emily Knight-Smith, Gather & Grow combines strategic advancement experience with a relationship-centered approach to fundraising, stewardship, communications, and donor cultivation. Meaningful philanthropy grows when people feel personally connected to a mission and inspired by the impact of their support.

Emily has managed a $1.8M+ annual fundraising portfolio | Secured $1M+ in grant funding | Led annual giving, major gifts, endowment, events, and strategic communications for a $7M+ nonprofit organization. Emily has also overseen the volunteers and marketing for a $23M+ nonprofit organization as well as serve on the Development team.


Emily Knight-Smith
Founder & Principal Consultant

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Fundraising & Advancement

Communications & Storytelling

Events & Community Engagement

Strategic Support

Fundraising & Advancement Communications & Storytelling Events & Community Engagement Strategic Support

Services

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    Donor Stewardship & Cultivation

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    Major Gift Strategy

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    Campaign Messaging & Storytelling

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    Annual Reports & Donor Communication

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Here to provide the attention, care, and expertise to help your mission grow.