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Obstacles to opportunities.

What's keeping you up at night?
Fundraising, signature events, media, communications and brand support for Canadian charities and nonprofits. Sleep better, fill your expertise gap and get loud and clear about your cause.

Kim Rossi, founder of Obstacles to Opportunities, smiling in a dark green shirt
Kim RossiFounder of OTO
  • 30 yearsin media, nonprofit and sales
  • Countlessevents in the books
  • Record-settinggalas

Act IThe truth

The truth is, you can't do everything. And you shouldn't. Let's identify and launch your best, biggest and brightest opportunities instead.

With a proven and endorsed track record of effective, unique and strategic fundraising plans, Kim helps you elevate your best assets, better your brand and chart a pathway to some of your best opportunities yet.

Meet Kim
A broadcast radio microphone in a warm, dimly lit studio with an On Air light glowing behind it
Mic's on.Every great cause deserves a voice

Act IIThe flip

Don't risk losing one donor, or one dollar.

Every obstacle is an opportunity in waiting. Here's how five of the big ones turn over.

  1. The obstacle

    Donor retentioncontinues to slide.

    The opportunity

    Your existing donors are ready to increase their gifts.

  2. The obstacle

    One appeal,sent to everyone.

    The opportunity

    Each generation is unique. Speak to every one of them.

  3. The obstacle

    You're the bestkept secret in town.

    The opportunity

    A strong brand gets you noticed first, and funded next.

  4. The obstacle

    You can't addto the team.

    The opportunity

    Specialized, senior experience without the full-time hire.

  5. The obstacle

    Another gala,another flat night.

    The opportunity

    A 5-star program with calls to action that move people to give.

Kim Rossi in a cream knit top, leaning on a chair and holding her glasses

Act IVYour host

Projects that serve great purpose.

At my core I am moved by projects that serve great purpose. That is where my passion comes from, and why I'm inspired to help you do your best work yet.

30Years of national, regional and local experience
On air
One of Montreal's top-rated radio personalities
Philanthropy
Hospital foundation fundraising in Montreal
Niagara
Pathstone Foundation, Niagara SPCA and Humane Society, Meridian Credit Union
Signature
Record-setting galas and events
Today
Founder, Obstacles to Opportunities
Read Kim's story

Act VKind words

Feedback speaks volumes.

Read every word
Howie Mandel in conversation on stage at the Hope Gala, in front of a coral, black and gold balloon wall
Kim is an electric force that leaves every person she meets energized and amazed.
Paulanne JushkevichFoundation President, Connecticut Children's
If you are looking for someone to share their breadth and depth of philanthropic knowledge in all aspects of their development work, Kim is your person.
Bryan RoseCEO, Niagara Community Foundation
Kim Rossi is a philanthropic force that you want on your team.
Shelley DixDistrict Vice President (Retired), Meridian Credit Union
She is in a league of her own when it comes to creative philanthropy.
Betty-Lou SouterCEO, Community Care, St. Catharines & Thorold
Kim was strategic, provided invaluable guidance, and managed internal staff, vendors, and leadership with grace and efficiency.
Rick PercianteFormer Interim Executive Director, Niagara SPCA and Humane Society
I consider Kim a true thought leader in these dynamic environs.
Neil ThorntonPresident, The Thornton Group of Companies
Her ability to foster collaboration and drive meaningful change makes her an invaluable asset to any organization.
Ruth UnrauEntrepreneur, Community Builder, Gender Equity Advocate, Radio Host

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