Reviews
It has been an absolute pleasure working with Shari over the last decade on our long-term charitable giving strategy. Read More “Frank”
Former President, Disney Studios
Founder, Frank Family Vineyards
Shari makes challenging topics approachable for individuals and agencies with varying levels of experience with fundraising. She is warm, genuine, and brings an incredible depth of knowledge. Read More “Kolisetty”
Rape Advocacy Counseling & Education Services (RACES)
Not only was her expertise evident, her enthusiasm and genuine interest in helping individuals find their philanthropic purpose were contagious. Read More “Kuebler”
She works with us as a partner – listening, brainstorming, advising. You know you are working with a pro. Read More “Donaldson”
Founding Dean, Yale School of Management
Shari was personable, funny, and engaging, while giving us tools and strategies we could apply right away. She made the process enjoyable and approachable, and we all left feeling energized instead of overwhelmed. Read More “Rogers”
Within three months of initiation with our members, more than $40,000 was received through unique gift vehicles introduced through Shari’s work. Read More “Livesay”




Shari joined our meetings with key charitable organizations and with our estate planning attorney to make sure our charitable intent would be fulfilled in the manner we wanted, and that it was accurately reflected in our wills. Read More “Ore”
We now have a road map over the next three years to direct our focus in making the biggest impact we can while remaining true to our mission. Read More “Berger”
Shari is an accomplished pro. She has an easy-going style, the right personality, excellent follow through, and attention to detail. Read More “Francis”
Her passion for making a difference in the world is contagious and has inspired those she works with to pursue a higher level of charitable giving. Read More “Marker”
She cares deeply about her clients and ensuring they fulfill their philanthropic goals. Read More “Korr”
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign School of Social Work
In a few short months we went from organizing ourselves and our entity to initiating a clear road map, which includes our first major fundraising event. Read More “Schumacher”
Recovery Happens Board of Directors




She is a skilled professional, has great ideas, and boundless energy. Read More “Stroup”
Shari is a skilled presenter and brings a wealth of knowledge and practical examples that have enabled our local nonprofit leaders to build their capacity as effective fundraisers. Read More “Kirk”
Shari has been a pleasure to work with and has been an integral part of our client’s professional advisor team. Read More “Foley”
Shari Fox provided the frank, professional guidance to an inspiration that had little grasp of the necessary steps. Read More “Boze”
Shari Fox was immensely helpful when we first began to consider how to have the impact we wanted following the sale of our company. Read More “Kleinmuntz”
Shari asked insightful questions during the needs assessment phase which led to my better understanding of both our funding history and the building blocks of a major gift program. Read More “Alter”
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