Aria Edry

Aria Edry, Edry and Associates


Whatever cause you are passionate about, my team at Edry and Associates can move it to greater heights! We take on nonprofits whose mission excites us and in which we believe in! We all want to make a difference whether locally, nationally or globally! Aria Edry of Edry and Associates helps nonprofits working to improve environment, education, social and mental health, animal welfare, youth development and leadership. Based in Santa Rosa Valley, California, Aria and her team of diverse specialists strategize with you to effectively raise donors and dollars, promote awareness, train staff and board members to meet challenges, and steer your team to create real impact. Initial meetings are always complimentary...you decide whether we are a good match!

Philosophy/Approach: We take on organizations, big or small whose missions we believe in; learn about what keeps you up at night, and then offer you practical affordable solutions. We tailor the Scope of Work to the budget you can afford, embed with your team, and are committed to, and accountable for your success. Quality of service, transparency, and results are the values that drive us.

Types of clients: Private foundations, Small Nonprofits, Major Nonprofits, Universities

Specialization: Donor appeals, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship; grant writing and fund development; strategic planning; evaluation of program impact; analysis and implementation of growth strategies; integration of social media and brand awareness with donor approaches; board development and recruitment; management of CRM platforms; website building, upgrading and technical support (we work with Starlight Internet Services); capital campaign feasibility studies; management of capital campaigns. Our clients are in the following areas: Environment, all areas of education, youth development, wildlife protection and land conservation; animal welfare; arts and culture; veterans affairs; wellbeing and related mental health areas; homeless issues, immigrant and refugee services/issues, disability programs. Clients' beneficiaries and areas of service are local in California, elsewhere in the United States, and globally.

For over 5 years, Aria has been my trusted advisor as I’ve gone through many cycles of growth for EmpowHer Institute. My gratitude for your contribution, fund development and more, going above and beyond.
--Betty LaMarr, President and CEO, EmpowHer Institute

Aria kept ELSA on track and positioned for growth. Her experience and insights have been invaluable. I highly recommend her services. She will add tremendous value.
--Susan Carr, Founder, ELSA Inc.

Edry and Associates exceeded our expectations…really got our development moving. Their experience and expertise were so evident. We really enjoyed working with the Edry and Associates team.
--Susan Hartland, Former Executive Director, Wildlife Waystation

Aria Edry