Rachel Bedenbaugh
Nonprofit Leadership & Fundraising Expert Helping Organizations Thrive & Expand Their Mission
- Role
- Coach at Seed Fundraisers
- Location
- Franklin, TN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Rachel Bedenbaugh
Seasoned nonprofit leader with 35+ years of experience driving mission-focused…
Experience
Coach
Jun 2025 — Present
With more than 35 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, Rachel Bedenbaugh is dedicated to helping organizations strengthen their mission impact, donor engagement, and strategic growth. Throughout her career, she has cultivated high-performing teams, developed sustainable fundraising strategies, and spearheaded initiatives that expand accessibility and community outreach.Rachel believes fundraising is more than a financial transaction—it’s an opportunity for organizations and donors to experience the joy of generosity, faithful stewardship, and transformational ministry. As a coach and mentor, she guides nonprofits to embrace relationship-driven development strategies that align with their mission, fostering long-term sustainability and deeper connections with their supporters.Having led teams through pivotal transitions—including donor database migrations, strategic culture shifts, and large-scale program expansions—Rachel offers practical insights and hands-on expertise to nonprofit leaders seeking to refine their approach. Whether advising on board collaboration, donor stewardship, or testimony-driven storytelling, she equips organizations with the tools to enhance their impact while staying rooted in their vision.A seasoned nonprofit executive, Rachel has held leadership roles at Mercy Multiplied, the YWCA of Nashville & Middle Tennessee, and the YMCA of Middle Tennessee, among others. She holds a Master of Public Administration and has served on multiple nonprofit boards.Rachel is passionate about seeing nonprofit teams thrive in their purpose, grow in their effectiveness, and serve their communities with faith and integrity. As a consultant and coach, she partners with organizations to cultivate strategic planning, fundraising excellence, and mission-driven leadership.
Education
Virginia Tech
BS, Hotel/Restaurant Management
1986 — 1990
University of South Carolina
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology, Gerontology
1991 — 1993
Clemson University
MPA, Masters of Public Administration
1993 — 1995
Skills
- Raiser's Edge
- Nonprofit Consulting
- Social Networking
- Staff Development
- Event Planning
- Leadership Development
- Leadership
- Grant Writing
- Organizational Development
- Proposal Writing
- Gerontology
- Public Speaking
- Healthcare
- Philanthropy
- Program Development
- Nonprofit Leadership
- Board Development
- Community Relations
- Volunteer Recruiting
- Grants
- Volunteer Coordination
- Stewardship
- Nonprofits
- Annual Giving
- Newsletters
- Coaching
- Volunteer Engagement
- Non-Profits
- Economic Development
- Microsoft Office
- Mental Health
- Budgets
- Community Outreach
- Community Development
- Event Management
- Non-Profit Administration
- Fundraising
- Planned Giving
- Volunteering
- Volunteer Management
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