With a career spanning almost 40 years, George Stanois is one of Canada’s top fundraising consultants. His excellence across four decades speaks to his vigilance – a careful awareness of what works, what doesn’t, and what you need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
An acknowledged leader with an extensive and accomplished consulting background, George began his fundraising career in 1984 with an international consulting firm.
After gaining further experience with two additional national consulting companies with an emphasis on capital campaigns, he joined The Goldie Company in 1996 where he was Managing Director. In 2020, Goldie merged with BNP Philanthropic Performance to form BNP GOLDIE Canada. George is Senior Vice President.
George is committed to high-level, hands-on service to clients. He has a consistent record of developing innovative solutions to fundraising challenges, exceeding expectations, and forging long-term relationships.
Renowned for his high-energy fundraising management style, George has conducted numerous studies and led scores of successful campaigns for a wide range of municipal, healthcare, education, religious, community service and heritage organizations from coast to coast.
Time and again, George has demonstrated his ability to manage difficult projects, implement creative change and achieve positive outcomes.
A graduate of the University of Toronto, George earned his Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation in 1990. He is an active participant with the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP) and the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and is frequently asked to speak to organizations on the 12-Step Fundraising Program.
Over the years, George has been a volunteer and board member of many charitable organizations, most recently with the Learn and Uplift Foundation.
What sets George apart?
Tailor-made solutions
After listening attentively, George applies his knowledge and expertise in a way that suits your specific needs and unique business challenges. Expect better than off-the-rack fixes; George’s recommendations are expertly tailored to ensure your organization’s long-term sustainability while setting you up for immediate short-term results. With advice that’s made-to-measure, you will witness George’s desire and passion to help you—his client—succeed.
Chris Kotsopoulos
Former Co-CEO,
Make-A-Wish Canada and CEO, Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada
(The two organizations merged in 2019)
You're in good hands
I have contracted with George on two occasions both involving capital campaigns. Each time I have appreciated the level of in-depth knowledge, expertise, and attention to detail that George brings to the table. Sometimes, despite best laid plans, things can go in a completely different direction. George quickly adjusts and brings his experienced skill sets to respond as required. With George, I can say with confidence, “you’re in good hands!”
Daniel Clapin, ACFRE
Retired Executive Director,
The Perley and Rideau Veterans' Health Centre Foundation
Client-first approach
George offers a unique and personalize touch to the work he does and the relationships he builds with his clients, this sets him apart and has been the hallmark of his success.
Teresa Vasilopoulos
Executive Director,
The WoodGreen Foundation and WoodGreen Community Services
Understanding the issues
George is not just knowledgeable, experienced, and, yes, vigilant, he's approachable, non-judgemental, easy to talk to. His relaxed attitude makes fundraising seem easy. And he understands small and mid-sized communities and the special challenges that come with big needs and goals far from the big city money.
Ken Wyman
Fundraising consultant/trainer, and
Professor Emeritus, Humber College Grad School
A rare talent
George has a great combination of warmth of personality and focus on outcomes that always manages to achieve the goal and feel good about doing it. A rare talent in fundraising.
Bill MacLeod
Hospital Administrator, retired
The Vigilant Fundraiser
Written in 2013, The Vigilant Fundraiser quickly became a best-seller. Its collection of essays, guidance, tips, and tricks from some of Canada’s leading fundraising professionals, helped summarize George’s 12-Step Fundraising Program.
Get in touch with George Stanois
Unlocking your full fundraising potential is just a call – or a click – away.
George Stanois
The Vigilant Fundraiser
246 Logan Avenue, Suite 508
Toronto, ON M4M 0E9
PHONE
416-931-8975
