WHO WE ARE

Our Story

The story of the Winkler Group begins with a need—a gap in the philanthropic marketplace.

During the fifteen years Tim Winkler spent working in higher education advancement, he yearned for better fundraising counsel.

No matter how big or well-respected the firm, their counsel was boilerplate and generic. They kept the client busy being busy. They were quick to take credit when things went well, and the first to blame others if success was elusive.

Tim always felt like things could be and should be done differently. He founded the Winkler Group in 2004 as a way to serve clients the way he had wanted to be served.

When he launched the Winkler Group, Tim assembled a team of consultants who share their clients’ workload. They are seasoned professionals with a passion for achieving fundraising results and a personal desire to see their clients succeed. More than twenty years later, the Winkler Group has set a new standard for fundraising counsel.

If you’re ready for a different approach to fundraising, welcome to the Winkler Group.

Case Studies

Arts & Culture

American Battlefield Trust

The Winkler Group is leading a capital campaign for the Trust to preserve iconic battlegrounds and commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Healthcare

Peterson Health

Peterson Health’s campaign exceeded its original goal by 34 percent, thanks to a robust capital campaign study.

Independent Schools

Brook Hill

Brook Hill School in Tyler, Texas, has raised $29 million to date (original goal was $18.5 million) by following Winkler Group counsel.

Our Values

Do the Right Things the Right Way

Roll Up Our Sleeves

Work as a Team

Lead With Empathy

Continuously Grow

Own It

As our client partner, you will quickly notice a difference working with us.

What can we help you find?