Wall of love for The Sponsorship Lounge Presented by CauseMarketingConsultant.com

My name is Fayga Marks, and this is my testimonial. I was referred to Maria through a contact, and working with her has truly been a game-changer. She has taken what was, for me, a very overwhelming and complex area—fundraising and marketing for my nonprofit—and broken it down into clear, manageable steps that actually make sense. Maria has a unique ability to simplify the process without oversimplifying it. She explains things in a way that is easy to understand and implement, which has helped me feel far less overwhelmed. Her guidance, patience, and willingness to really walk me through each step—asking thoughtful questions I had never even considered—have given me a completely new perspective on my organization and its mission. As a result of working with her, I’ve gained clarity on what I need to do, what I want to do, and how to approach fundraising and sponsorship strategy in a much more structured and effective way. I’ve already started taking concrete steps, including developing marketing and sponsorship materials that I didn’t have before, which has made a significant difference. What I found most valuable is not just the strategy itself, but the support—having someone I can trust, communicate with easily in English, and work with one-on-one over Zoom. As a nonprofit founder and chairwoman, it’s often overwhelming to manage everything alone, and it can be difficult to find someone who is both knowledgeable and genuinely invested in helping you succeed. Maria provides exactly that. I would absolutely recommend her services to others. For anyone leading a nonprofit and feeling overwhelmed by fundraising or marketing, Maria brings clarity, structure, and confidence to the process in a way that is both practical and empowering. Overall, working with her has helped turn what felt like chaos into a clear and actionable path forward, and I’m very grateful for that.

Working with Maria was an incredible experience I’m still talking about everything I learned from her. She has a unique ability to break down complex concepts in her Sponsorship program and tailor them directly to our organization. There were so many “ah ha” moments that gave me clarity and confidence to move forward and apply her strategies right away. I highly recommend working with her she truly knows her craft and delivers real value.

Maria Perez is an absolute pleasure to work with. She brings a thoughtful, intentional approach to every interaction, making the entire process feel seamless and well-structured. Her professionalism is evident in how she communicates, manages details, and consistently delivers on expectations. What truly sets Maria apart is her clear, organized process—she anticipates needs, keeps everything on track, and ensures nothing falls through the cracks. Working with her not only makes projects easier, it elevates the entire experience.

Maria has offered great guidance and suggested new tools to me that have been incredibly useful. I really enjoy working with her and always get value from our conversations.

We are so grateful for Maria’s partnership. Her years of real-life experience spread among commercial and not for profit causes give a base of understanding that few folks in the sponsorship world enjoy. Her frank but sensitive communication skills always makes her a pleasure to work with. Maria is a bonafide pro! Will Marotti

Working with Maria has been a game-changer for our sponsorship strategy. She helped us refine our offering, define our ideal partner profile, and streamline our outreach using a smart, scalable tech stack. Beyond her strategic insight, Maria has made warm, thoughtful introductions that opened doors we wouldn’t have reached on our own. Her expertise, generosity, and deep understanding of what drives meaningful brand partnerships make her an invaluable partner for any purpose-driven organization.

How did our cause & sponsorship marketing strategies impact your organization? Maria's strategic approach truly elevated how we positioned our event and our mission. Her guidance helped us better articulate the value of our cause to potential sponsors, allowing us to align our community impact with the goals of major organizations. It brought a new level of clarity and professionalism to our sponsorship outreach. What specific results did you achieve after working with us? Thanks to Maria’s expertise, we successfully secured Southland Casino as our Main Stage Sponsor and developed a highly competitive proposal for Bank of Bartlett to be our Title Sponsor. These outcomes have significantly boosted the visibility, credibility, and financial stability of our event. What aspects of our coaching or services did you find most valuable? Maria’s ability to distill our mission into a compelling, sponsor-friendly narrative was invaluable. She asked the right questions, understood our goals, and worked collaboratively to develop a clear, actionable plan. Her attention to detail and insight into what sponsors are really looking for made all the difference. Would you recommend our services to others? Why or why not? Absolutely. I would highly recommend Maria’s services to any organization seeking to grow their sponsorships or strengthen community partnerships. Her approach is strategic, thoughtful, and results-driven — and she genuinely cares about the success of the organizations she works with.

Maria is a wonderful teacher and extremely knowledgable in the sponsorship space. Through multiple calls I was able to establish a great foundation and facilitate some positive outreach to potential sponsors I was afraid to tackle. I'm continuously learning and looking to land some major deals in the coming months. If you're looking to learn how to land sponsorships, go with Maria. You'll thank yourself in the end.

A consummate professional with heart for her causes. Maria has a knack for connecting like minded philanthropists and providing guidance on how to best serve our communities.

Partnering with Maria and her team through cause and sponsorship marketing strategies has had a truly meaningful impact on the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC). With their support, we were able to "Take a Bite Out of Crime" in new and exciting ways—amplifying our message, reaching wider audiences, and building connections with partners who are just as passionate about safer communities as we are. Thanks to this collaboration, we saw a noticeable boost in sponsor interest, increased visibility during Crime Prevention Month, and a strong surge in community engagement—especially around our initiatives focused on counterfeits, fentanyl awareness, and violence prevention. McGruff was howling with approval at the difference we made! What really stood out was the depth of expertise the team brought to the table. From strategy to storytelling, Maria's coaching helped us align our mission with the values of potential sponsors in a way that felt natural, impactful, and true to our brand. Their insights into audience engagement and brand alignment had us wagging our tails—truly invaluable. We would absolutely recommend these services to other mission-driven organizations. The team doesn't just offer marketing support—you help unleash potential, turning purpose into action and impact. It’s a rare kind of partnership that feels effective and mission aligned. Looking ahead, we’d love to see even more tools or templates to support data reporting and long-term sponsor retention—those are areas we’re eager to keep strengthening. But overall, this partnership has been paws-itively successful, and we’re grateful for the energy, momentum, and purpose we’ve built together.

Maria was incredibly knowledgable and a great resource. She helped guide me through proposals and conversations with sponsors. She's very accommodating with my crazy schedule and was an absolute pleasure to work with.

Maria is a wealth of knowledge, and a very great teacher! She's willing to share all of her experience with those of us that are just getting started, and the coaching sessions have been extremely helpful in building my confidence in sponsor outreach and ensuring we can seal the deals! She's extremely personable, down to earth, and easy to have fun with in the sessions, which was a huge relief to me. There's nothing worse than paying for a service and it not be enjoyable, but this was some money really well spent. As a new event venue, I'm certain our business will be more successful in the short term, knowing what we do in the first year, instead of waiting 5 or 10 years to figure it out the hard way!

I highly value Maria's coaching services and recommend her without reservation. You'll benefit from her many years of hands-on experiences in cause marketing and sponsorships. Maria thinks strategically and has helped me get clarity when I didn't see what was right in front of me.

Maria was really instrumental in guiding us in optimizing our strategy for our event. Not only did she help us with the skills needed to land sponsorships but also how the event was to be curated. Highly recommend working with Maria!