I’m Andrea Hoerner — a wife, mom of three, & proud Midwesterner who believes strong communities start with people willing to share their time & talents.
I started Midwest Roots Consulting to specifically help Catholic schools & nonprofits—especially those without dedicated fundraising staff—bring their missions to life through well-planned, meaningful events, offering hands-on support & strategic guidance so they can focus on what matters most.
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Fundraising Strategy
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Planning
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Development of tailored fundraising plans aligned with each organization's mission & goals.
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Guidance on best practices for campaigns, events, & donor engagement.
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Advice on revenue diversification
Event
Management
&
Execution
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Full-cycle event support: concept, logistics, promotion, & on-site coordination.
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Hands-on assistance during fundraising events to ensure smooth execution.
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Leveraging creative ideas & proven tactics to maximize attendance & donations.
donor
&
Community
engagement
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Crafting compelling messaging to attract & retain donors.
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Building or enhancing relationships with alumni, families, & local community members.
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Support with recognition programs & communication strategies that strengthen loyalty.
Capacity
building
&
TRAINING
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Coaching staff & volunteers on fundraising best practices & event management.
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Providing tools & templates for repeatable success in future campaigns.
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Helping schools establish systems that allow them to operate more efficiently with limited resources.
ONSITE
EVENT
SUPPORT
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Full hands-on assistance during events, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
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Managing volunteers, vendors, & schedules so staff can focus on guests.
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Quick problem-solving for any last-minute issues or surprises.
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Creating a seamless, professional experience that reflects the organization’s mission & brand.
