What people are
Saying
“Most Significant Mentor”
“Katrina has been the most significant mentor in my fundraising career. Katrina built upon my experience and introduced me to the fundamental elements of a frontline fundraising professional within a high-performance team. Under her tutelage, I observed and sought to emulate Katrina's attention to detail and ability to identify what matters most to a donor. Katrina's skillset is dynamic as she guided individual and corporate donors toward maximum fulfillment of their philanthropic goals. She has advised countless fundraisers to take into consideration the importance of the ‘art and science’ in the donor cycle. Many times when I, or a colleague, thought we exhausted all effort with a prospective donor, Katrina’s creativity and thoughtfulness engaged the most intrinsic motivation to marry the needs of the organization to the donor’s desire or ability to give. Our work encapsulates many things, but arguably one of the most important is helping a donor meet his or her full potential. Katrina has the unique talent to help a fundraiser think outside of the box to inspire your organization’s target supporters to give and give generously.”
–Heather Howarth
Regional Development Officer
Hampden-Sydney College
“Exemplary Track Record”
“Katrina Bowers has an incredible reputation as a professional within all facets of fundraising; from capital investments to board development and beyond, her track record is exemplary. Too, Katrina knows how to successfully translate that knowledge and experience for the benefit of others. As chair of the Foundation’s 2021 biennial Georgia 4-H Gala, Katrina helped guide the organization so that we actually netted more revenue than was ever grossed before in prior years. She was an extraordinary asset to my development team.”
–Johnathon S. Barrett, CPA
Georgia 4-H Foundation | Former Executive Director
“A Great Champion”
“Katrina is a great champion and positive motivator. She is an extremely skilled fundraiser who can quickly understand the needs of an organization and give recommendations on actions that lead to results. Her development experience is an excellent sounding board, and she can help you carefully craft any message needed.”
–Josh Paine
Executive Director, PR & Institutional Advancement
Athens Technical College | Athens Tech Foundation
“A Perfect Fit”
“I was honored and proud to work side-by-side with Katrina Bowers for over 20 years at the University of Georgia. As a trusted colleague and friend, I was constantly in awe of her ability to connect alumni with their passions through their philanthropy and talent. She has many gifts, including a heart for helping others. When you meet Katrina, you will quickly understand that this new journey, Guided Giving, is a perfect fit. Her many years of experience and success will serve her clients well. On a scale of 1 – 5, Katrina is a 10!”
–Martee T. Horne
Senior Consultant, Columns Fundraising
“Phenomenal”
“Katrina Bowers has been my personal ‘philanthropy advisor’ for many years. I admire her sage advice in making donations to church, civic and educational organizations. Her knowledge of how to accomplish the most with my annual contributions has been phenomenal! I highly recommend her without reservation.”
–William P. Flatt
D.W Brooks Distinguished Professor
Former Dean, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
The University of Georgia
“A Servant for good”
“Katrina is the gem we did not know we needed and everything we have ever wanted. Her lifetime as a “servant for good” has poised her to provide perspectives, best practices, inspiration, and clarity around the world of philanthropy. Katrina is easy to get to know, dives into a mission quickly, and can lead you through exercises that will prepare you to carry a donor through the cycle of seeing their investment in your mission.”
–Laura Whitaker
ESP, Chief Executive Officer