Stuart Williams brings 17 years of nonprofit fundraising to Dala Communications.  With the understanding that fundraising is both an art and a science, Stuart incorporates research and data with powerful storytelling to exceed campaign goals and further the sustainability of an organization. More than a strategy partner, Stuart enjoys identifying new donor prospects and reactivating lapsed givers. He values the opportunity to

1. Integrate fundraising best practices with new technologies

2. Build sustainable and efficient fundraising systems

3. Implement fundraising campaigns that clearly resonate with the right stakeholder audience

4. Identify new opportunities for nonprofits to better connect with current funders as well as new donors

Prior to joining Dala Communications, Stuart led fundraising departments at various Dallas nonprofits in the areas of early childhood education, community health, homelessness and addiction recovery. Stuart combines proven fundraising principles with modern communication and technology tools to connect nonprofits with supporters who share that same desire for change. His extensive knowledge of the Dallas/Fort Worth philanthropy landscape has enabled him to create and execute fundraising campaigns that effectively demonstrate community impact and drive revenue growth. A dedicated fundraising professional, Stuart earned the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) designation in 2021 which equips professionals with knowledge in philanthropic planning, taxation, finance, and family dynamics to help donors fulfill their philanthropic goals.

Stuart received his bachelor’s in business administration in marketing and international business from Baylor University. He served as the secretary and treasurer of Montessori Global Growth Fund for eight years helping the organization distribute funds for Montessori projects around the world. Stuart is a 2015 graduate of Leadership ISD and current member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).