About Sandy

Sandy Rees is the founder and Chief Encouragement Officer at Get Fully Funded, where she shows small nonprofit founders and leaders how to fully fund their big vision, so they can spend their time changing lives instead of worrying about money.

She has helped dozens of small nonprofits go from “nickel-and-dime fundraising” to adding 6 figures to their bottom line. As a trainer, she shows her students how to find ideal donors, connect through authentic messaging, and build relationships that stand the test of time, so that fundraising becomes easy and predictable. She shows people the “how to” of fundraising and gives them the inspiration they need to be wildly successful.

In 1998, Sandy began her career in nonprofit. She’s worked for Knox Area Rescue Ministries, Second Harvest Food Bank, and the Joy of Music School. In 2005, she started Get Fully Funded, and dedicated herself to helping small nonprofits raise big money.

Sandy’s gift is inspiring you to reach for your dreams. She believes that learning how to fund your nonprofit doesn’t have to be a drag. There’s no need to fear or dread fundraising. In fact, she uses her skills, flair, toys, and even her jokes to make it FUN and productive. Sandy feels strongly that EVERY nonprofit can be fully funded and that’s why Get Fully Funded is here.

As someone who learned fundraising the hard way, Sandy understands what it’s like to face big challenges and juggle lots of activities. Sandy has raised millions through grants, events, direct mail, and all the other commonly-used fundraising strategies.

As a coach/consultant, Sandy loves seeing her clients “get it” – seeing the light bulb come on when they see how to make their success a reality. She’s done it over and over again with dozens of nonprofits and is always excited for the next one!

When she’s not living and breathing nonprofit fundraising, Sandy lives with her family on a small farm in Loudon, Tennessee, with 2 horses, 6 cats, 2 dogs, and the occasional fostered mini donkey.