Hi, I’m Gemma Thompson, a strategic communicator, writer, and fundraising specialist with over 15 years of experience helping mission-driven organisations tell their story, grow their impact, and raise serious funding.
I’ve worked across education, social innovation, tech-for-good, and philanthropy, from rural South Africa to global networks. I bring a rare mix of heart and strategy. I love translating complexity into clarity, shaping campaigns that move people, and creating practical tools that work in the real world.
Recent projects include:
- Building a £2 million fundraising pipeline across SA/UK/US for an award-winning education NGO
- Coaching teams to define their brand voice and write with confidence
- Writing funding proposals that get results (IDC, EU, DFIs, major foundations)
- Designing campaign assets (pitch decks, one-pagers, social media packs)
- Developing M&E-aligned impact narratives for donors and reports
I’m available for freelance work and short-term projects – whether you need a second brain, a strategic writer, or a kind-but-fierce sounding board. Let’s connect.More...