we Make the Best Match

At Match Nonprofit Consulting, we are a team. We work diligently alongside our clients, offering guidance, insights, and strategies that amplify their philanthropic causes. We strategically match our clients' needs with our expert consultants. We are committed to equipping nonprofits with the best consultant match so they can thrive.

Meet out Team:

DEBBIE SONTUPE, PRESIDENT

With over 23 years experience in fundraising, communications and management in both the non-profit and higher education sectors, Debbie Sontupe, President of Match Nonprofit Consulting, provides consulting services and project-based leadership in helping organizations in the areas of building and managing development programs, campaigns, major gift fundraising, board development, alumni relations, annual fundraising efforts and public relations.  Prior to starting Match Nonprofit Consulting, Debbie served as a Senior Financial Development Consultant for Daxko T2 Consulting where she worked with YMCAs across the country in all aspects of financial development.  Debbie served as the Vice President of Institutional Advancement at Mercy College in NY. Prior to joining Mercy, Debbie provided campaign direction at Rutgers University where she was responsible for the planning and operations of the largest campaign in university history, a $1 billion comprehensive campaign initiative. In addition to her higher education experience, Debbie has served in several leadership roles in the YMCA, where she held the positions of vice president of operations as well as the vice president of marketing and development.  She also served as a national trainer in all aspects of fund development for YMCA of the USA. She currently serves on many non-profit boards and has served as board member for the Association of Fundraising Professionals, NJ Chapter and chaired the state-wide conference in 2004.  She recently earned her Certification of Education Foundation Leadership from National University. Debbie earned her Bachelors Degree from Rutgers University and holds a master of Education from the Graduate School of Education, Rutgers University.

MOLLY SERVAIS, SENIOR CONSULTANT

Molly Servais is a senior consultant for Match Nonprofit Consulting.  She has over 25 years of experience in nonprofit management, fundraising and leadership. She has worked for national nonprofit organizations including the Arthritis Foundation, Junior Achievement and the YMCA.  Molly’s vast experience includes developing annual giving programs, special events, grant writing, corporate and foundation relations, board development and governance and volunteer management.  In addition to professional nonprofit management and fundraising experience, Molly has also served on numerous nonprofit boards.   She has served on the Morris Educational Foundation Board of Trustees for the last nine years and recently served as board chair for three years. Molly earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan State University.

Mary Kay Polston, Senior Consultant

Mary Kay has spent nearly 30 years serving the YMCA at local, regional, and national levels. Most recently, she served as the Director of Member Advancement with the Alliance of New York State YMCAs. In this role, she was responsible for leading and coordinating service delivery for 37 YMCAs in New York State, including facilitation of strategic planning, board governance, statewide fundraising and peer communities, and general operational support. Prior to joining the Alliance, Mary Kay served as the Senior Director of Development Partnerships in Y-USA’s Financial Development Department, where she led capacity-building, training and resource development, direct response, and collective fundraising efforts.

Mary Kay is a sought-after speaker and presenter, delivering resources and training on annual campaigns, major gifts, planned giving, donor stewardship, and building a culture of philanthropy. She is a frequent NAYDO (North American YMCA Development Organization) Conference presenter, and also received a 2022 NAYDO Communications Award for the work she spearheaded to develop and execute statewide fundraising campaigns for the Ys in New York State.

Lauren FLANNIGAN, Senior Consultant

Lauren Flannigan brings over 15 years of financial development experience to her work with Match Nonprofit Consulting, with particular emphasis on major gifts development, capital campaign management, communications, and project management. Lauren has provided fundraising consulting for a wide variety of nonprofits from arts to social services, including consulting with over twenty YMCAs nationwide. Lauren previously worked with the consulting firms O’Neill & Associates and Triangle2 Consulting, and also worked directly with the Birmingham YMCA to manage a multi-branch capital development program for the association. In addition to her professional nonprofit management experience, Lauren volunteers with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the Atlanta Beltline Partnership. Lauren earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia.

Kim pistner, Consultant & Director of Operations

Kim Pistner has over 20 years of work in the public school sector and community nonprofits in areas of organizational leadership, fundraising and event planning. Kim’s passion for excellence in public education has led her to nine years of involvement with the Morris Educational Foundation where she recently served as its Chair.  The Morris Educational Foundation was named the best Large Education Foundation in New Jersey in 2019.  She has worked in event planning for various community organizations managing all aspects of the event.  Kim earned her Bachelor’s degree from Missouri State University and is currently enrolled in the Certified Education Foundation Leadership program through National University. 

Barbara gomes, Director of Client Services

Barbara Gomes brings 18 years of nonprofit management experience to her work at Match Nonprofit Consulting, with an emphasis on communications, donor development and project management.  Her passion is igniting support behind valuable missions.  Working for NJ SHARES, from the time it was a start-up organization until it celebrated its 20th anniversary gave her the unique experience in working with utilities, government, and social service agencies throughout New Jersey and nationally.    Her passion for helping others build support has led her to pursue opportunities with Match Nonprofit Consulting to help other non-profit organizations build their capacities and grow their support base. Barbara has served on the National Energy and Utility Affordability Coalition Board of Trustees as well as the Center for Non-Profits Board in New Jersey.  She is currently a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.  Barbara earned her Bachelor’s degree from Kean University.

CHRISSIE WETHERBEE, Director of COMMUNICATIONS Services

Chrissie Wetherbee's career in the nonprofit sector began over twenty years ago in museums at the Hunterdon Art Museum and the Morris Museum. Since then, she has worked in educational fundraising at the Morris Educational Foundation and with public libraries through the Main Library Alliance. She has a broad knowledge of fundraising, donor stewardship, volunteer relations, marketing and promotions, and event planning in various support and leadership capacities. Chrissie is a volunteer board member with the New Jersey Education Foundation Partnership, the Morris Educational Foundation, and the Morristown Festival of Books. She holds a bachelor's degree in art history from the University of Maryland College Park and a master's in museum studies from Seton Hall University. She also earned a certificate in Educational Leadership from National University and the National Association of Education Foundations.