Support for Catholic Education

Across the country, Catholic schools are facing significant challenges in enrollment and long-term sustainability. While emergency fundraising has kept some schools open temporarily, lasting solutions remain elusive. At Cardenio Consulting, we understand the essential role Catholic education plays in communities and in the broader landscape of American education.

We offer a comprehensive suite of services—including branding, marketing, enrollment management, and fundraising—designed to strengthen and sustain parish schools, diocesan networks, and archdiocesan systems. Whether you’re a single school or part of a larger system, we’ll partner with you to grow enrollment, build donor confidence, and position your school for long-term success.

Support for Independent Education

Independent schools have long relied on philanthropy—not only to sustain operations, but to fund capital projects and innovative programming. At Cardenio Consulting, we understand that major gift fundraising remains a relationship-driven endeavor—and that many schools are now facing the challenge of identifying and cultivating the next generation of donors.

As the philanthropic landscape shifts, so do the expectations and engagement styles of today’s donors. Technology, transparency, and impact now shape how donors connect with the institutions that matter to them. Whether you lead a mature development office or are a one-person shop just getting started, Cardenio can help you plan strategically, adopt modern engagement practices, expand your donor base, and meet your fundraising goals.

We also understand the enrollment challenges independent schools face in a rapidly changing educational landscape. We help schools define and communicate a compelling value proposition, and implement strategies to attract and retain mission-appropriate students.

Support for Charter Schools

Public and charter schools play a vital role in today’s educational landscape—expanding access, offering families meaningful choices, and challenging the status quo. High-performing public and charter schools have the potential to be true game changers, but securing the resources needed to deliver a high-quality education is an ongoing challenge.

At Cardenio Consulting, we understand that school leaders are often stretched thin, with little time to focus on fundraising or long-term strategic planning. We help schools clearly define their mission, identify and cultivate a donor base, write compelling grant proposals, and secure the funding necessary to achieve their goals and expand their impact.

Athletics and the Arts: Two crucial areas of expertise.

At Cardenio Consulting, we know firsthand the power of athletics and the arts to shape lives. Our team includes former coaches, athletic administrators, actors, and directors who have successfully led fundraising efforts in both arenas—raising millions to support student-athletes, performers, and the adults who mentor them.

For many alumni, participation in sports or the arts represents a defining part of their educational journey. The relationships they built with coaches, directors, and teammates often leave a lifelong impression—and offer powerful opportunities for engagement. Cardenio helps schools and districts tap into that emotional connection by developing targeted strategies to engage former athletes and performers, deepen alumni involvement, and grow philanthropic support.

If you’re planning a campaign to elevate athletics or the arts at your school, Cardenio brings the experience and insight to help you succeed.