--- title: FundMiner and Donor Relations Group Announce Shared Services Partnership to Elevate Fund Management and Donor Stewardship description: FundMiner and Donor Relations Group unite to enhance fund management and donor stewardship through a strategic shared services partnership. 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Too often, fund management and donor relations operate in silos. This partnership bridges that gap, aligning financial oversight with relationship-driven engagement. By combining [FundMiner’s centralized platform](https://fundminer.com) for fund management, compliance, and donor reporting with DRG’s [expertise in all aspects of the donor experience](https://www.donorrelations.com/), the partnership empowers fundraising organizations to deliver both operational clarity and donor-centric impact.  “*Donor trust is at the very heart of philanthropy,*” said [Chelsea Lamego](https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsealamego/), CEO & Co-Founder of [FundMiner](https://fundminer.com). “*Together with DRG, we’re making sure every dollar is managed transparently and every donor feels valued.*”  “*For more than a decade, DRG has helped hundreds of organizations elevate their donor relations programs,*” said [Lynne Wester](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewester/), CEO & Founder of [DRG](https://www.donorrelations.com/). “*By partnering with FundMiner, we can bring together technology and strategy to help advancement professionals deliver both impact and insight.*”    [![WEBINAR - The Invisible Force](https://hub.fundminer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WEBINAR%20-%20The%20Invisible%20Force.png?width=1024&height=768&name=WEBINAR%20-%20The%20Invisible%20Force.png)](https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IzYMzMOARKOv8UoClNnG0Q?_gl=1*1k0rj3k*_gcl_au*MTY3OTg4OTg4NS4xNzYwMzY5NTMzLjEyMTc2NTc2MzEuMTc2MTc3NjcyOC4xNzYxNzc2NzI3*_ga*NjE3ODU4MjExLjE3MTg5MDYwOTk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NjIzNjIzNjAkbzI4NSRnMSR0MTc2MjM2MjM3NyRqNDMkbDAkaDA.#/registration) Free Webinar: November 20th, 2025 (1PM ET) ###### [The Invisible Force: How Fund Management Can Make or Break Donor Trust](https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IzYMzMOARKOv8UoClNnG0Q?_gl=1*1k0rj3k*_gcl_au*MTY3OTg4OTg4NS4xNzYwMzY5NTMzLjEyMTc2NTc2MzEuMTc2MTc3NjcyOC4xNzYxNzc2NzI3*_ga*NjE3ODU4MjExLjE3MTg5MDYwOTk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NjIzNjIzNjAkbzI4NSRnMSR0MTc2MjM2MjM3NyRqNDMkbDAkaDA.#/registration) [→ Register Now!](https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IzYMzMOARKOv8UoClNnG0Q?_gl=1*1k0rj3k*_gcl_au*MTY3OTg4OTg4NS4xNzYwMzY5NTMzLjEyMTc2NTc2MzEuMTc2MTc3NjcyOC4xNzYxNzc2NzI3*_ga*NjE3ODU4MjExLjE3MTg5MDYwOTk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NjIzNjIzNjAkbzI4NSRnMSR0MTc2MjM2MjM3NyRqNDMkbDAkaDA.#/registration) #### Shared Services Delivery Highlights Through the new offering, FundMiner and DRG will provide:  - **Fund Audits and Compliance** – uncovering underutilized funds and ensuring alignment with gift agreements and regulations. - **Change Management & Implementation** – internal project management, documentation, and process alignment to make transitions seamless. - **Policies & Procedures** – including fund management and stewardship playbooks with best practices and guidelines. - **Donor Relations Assessments** – evaluating and enhancing stewardship programs with real-time data and feedback. - **Technology Enablement** – optimizing new and existing fundraising platforms for maximum value. --- #### About FundMiner FundMiner’s centralized platform automates philanthropic fund management and donor reporting for fundraising organizations, increasing capital effectiveness, mitigating risk, and safeguarding donor relationships. FundMiner serves clients across the nonprofit spectrum, including universities, healthcare, cultural organizations, and community foundations. Learn more at [www.fundminer.com](https://www.fundminer.com/).  #### **About Donor Relations Group (DRG)** The Donor Relations Group (DRG) believes every generous person deserves to be celebrated—no matter the size of their gift. DRG doesn’t shy away from complex challenges, bold ideas, or innovative solutions. Through consulting, training, and thought leadership, DRG helps nonprofit professionals embrace fresh methods and perspectives to reimagine the donor experience and inspire future giving. Learn more at [www.donorrelations.com](http://www.donorrelations.com/).  [![WEBINAR - The Invisible Force (1)](https://hub.fundminer.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WEBINAR%20-%20The%20Invisible%20Force%20(1).png?width=1024&height=768&name=WEBINAR%20-%20The%20Invisible%20Force%20(1).png)](https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IzYMzMOARKOv8UoClNnG0Q?_gl=1*1k0rj3k*_gcl_au*MTY3OTg4OTg4NS4xNzYwMzY5NTMzLjEyMTc2NTc2MzEuMTc2MTc3NjcyOC4xNzYxNzc2NzI3*_ga*NjE3ODU4MjExLjE3MTg5MDYwOTk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NjIzNjIzNjAkbzI4NSRnMSR0MTc2MjM2MjM3NyRqNDMkbDAkaDA.#/registration) WEBINAR ###### [The Invisible Force: How Fund Management Can Make or Break Donor Trust](https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IzYMzMOARKOv8UoClNnG0Q?_gl=1*1k0rj3k*_gcl_au*MTY3OTg4OTg4NS4xNzYwMzY5NTMzLjEyMTc2NTc2MzEuMTc2MTc3NjcyOC4xNzYxNzc2NzI3*_ga*NjE3ODU4MjExLjE3MTg5MDYwOTk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NjIzNjIzNjAkbzI4NSRnMSR0MTc2MjM2MjM3NyRqNDMkbDAkaDA.#/registration) Nov 20, 2025 | 11:00 AM (MST) 60min Join us to explore how fund management directly impacts donor trust and institutional reputation.   Spread the word: [Share this blog post on Twitter](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=I+found+this+interesting+blog+post&url=https://hub.fundminer.com/fundminer-blog/fundminer-and-donor-relations-group-announce-shared-services-partnership-to-elevate-fund-management-and-donor-stewardship) [Share this blog post on Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://hub.fundminer.com/fundminer-blog/fundminer-and-donor-relations-group-announce-shared-services-partnership-to-elevate-fund-management-and-donor-stewardship) [Share this blog post on LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://hub.fundminer.com/fundminer-blog/fundminer-and-donor-relations-group-announce-shared-services-partnership-to-elevate-fund-management-and-donor-stewardship) ### Leave a comment: ## Related Articles [![](https://hub.fundminer.com/hubfs/Blog%20Cartoon%20Pyramid.png)](https://hub.fundminer.com/fundminer-blog/building-a-stronger-donor-pyramid-with-5-effective-fund-management-principles) ### [Building a Stronger Donor Pyramid with 5 Effective Fund Management Principles](https://hub.fundminer.com/fundminer-blog/building-a-stronger-donor-pyramid-with-5-effective-fund-management-principles) #### Constructing and maintaining the donor pyramid takes more thanidentifying a wide base of support. ... by [Chelsea Lamego](https://hub.fundminer.com/fundminer-blog/author/chelsea-lamego) [![](https://hub.fundminer.com/hubfs/Blog%20Cartoon%20Burnout%20(1).png)](https://hub.fundminer.com/fundminer-blog/how-siloed-data-slows-donor-stewardship-and-fund-management) ### [How Siloed Data Slows Donor Stewardship and Fund Management](https://hub.fundminer.com/fundminer-blog/how-siloed-data-slows-donor-stewardship-and-fund-management) Every fundraising organization wants to steward donors well, manage funds responsibly, and... by [FundMiner](https://hub.fundminer.com/fundminer-blog/author/fundminer) [![](https://hub.fundminer.com/hubfs/Blog%20Cartoon%20Chart-1.png)](https://hub.fundminer.com/fundminer-blog/a-stronger-year-of-stewardship-through-centralized-donor-reporting) ### [A Stronger Year of Stewardship Through Centralized Donor Reporting](https://hub.fundminer.com/fundminer-blog/a-stronger-year-of-stewardship-through-centralized-donor-reporting) Stewardship teams are being asked to do more than ever. 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