I Am Boundless has spent more than forty years providing person-centered care to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges. With a deep commitment to empowering individuals and families, the organization understands that sustaining and growing its mission requires more than passion — it requires strong philanthropic infrastructure.

When I Am Boundless was ready to launch its first formal philanthropy program, the organization partnered with Benefactor Group to build it from the ground up. What followed was a capital campaign that raised $2 million in just two years, along with the tools, strategy, and capacity to keep that momentum going long after the campaign closed.

In this video, Jodi Bopp, Vice President of Advancement & Communications at I Am Boundless, sits down with Susan Brekelmans, Senior Consultant at Benefactor Group, to reflect on their work together. Jodi shares an honest look at what it means to build a philanthropy program from scratch, why the right consulting partner makes all the difference, and how ongoing capacity building has helped her team stay connected to best practices across the nonprofit sector.

Watch the video to hear Jodi’s perspective on launching a successful campaign, growing fundraising capacity, and finding a partner who brings both expertise and genuine investment in your mission.