Strategic Consulting · Sioux City, Iowa
Stability. Governance. Long-Term Financial Health.
800+ grants written · $500M+ secured · Trusted across Siouxland
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About Jonathan Blum
Lawyer, Seasoned Fundraiser, planned giving expert and genuine Siouxland community member.
Jonathan Blum is the owner and lead consultant of JB Consulting Firm. He brings over 22 years of critical experience spanning law practice, nonprofit leadership, fundraising, gift planning, and strategic planning. During his tenure at Morningside University, he led initiatives to increase the endowment by more than $40 million dollars, trained fundraisers, and secured the largest single gift in the history of the institution (a $8.5 million commitment). He brings this commitment and passion to every client relationship.
How JB Consulting Helps
Serving nonprofits, small businesses, and individuals across Siouxland and beyond.
Strategic Consulting
Long range planning and organizational strategy for nonprofits and businesses ready to build something lasting.
Learn moreGrant Research & Writing
800+ grants written, $500M secured. JB Consulting identifies opportunities and crafts proposals that win.
Learn moreFractional Executive
Experienced COO, CEO, or ED leadership on a flexible, part time basis, without the full time cost.
Learn moreBoard Modernization
Transform your board into an engaged, strategic leadership body through governance training and best practices.
Learn moreStrategic Planning
A collaborative process to build your 3 to 5 year roadmap with clear goals, metrics, and accountability.
Learn moreEstate Planning
Wills, planned giving, and legacy strategies, delivered with legal expertise and personal care.
Learn more2 minute quiz
Not sure which service is right for you? Answer 6 questions about your organization and challenges. Jonathan will recommend the right service and follow up personally.
Real Results for Real Organizations
Nonprofit Leadership
$2.1M
A Sioux City human services nonprofit secured $2.1M in new planned giving commitments within 18 months of engaging JB Consulting for a comprehensive endowment growth strategy.
Read more"Jonathan understood our mission from day one, and he delivered results we couldn't have imagined on our own."
Grant Writing
$485K
A regional arts organization received $485K in new grant funding in one fiscal year after JB Consulting redesigned their grant strategy and proposal process.
Read more"The difference in our grant revenue was immediate and significant."
Board Modernization
3x
A Siouxland community foundation tripled board engagement scores after a 6 month governance modernization engagement, including a full board assessment and retreat facilitation.
Read more"Our board finally operates like a strategic asset rather than a compliance requirement."
Partners & Praise
Real partnerships, real results.
Best $ we have ever spent
"Working with Jonathan has been a Godsend. His knowledge & expertise have already created significant gains in our giving & strategic plans. The power of his insight cannot be overstated! Best guy!"
— Dan W., Youth for Christ
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