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ABOUT US

About Fulcrum & Lever

Give me a lever long enough
and a fulcrum on which to place it 
and I shall move the world.”

Archimedes

Moving the world

We believe that, given the right motivation, tools, and a little creative thinking, it is possible to change the world.

Fulcrum & Lever is a consultancy with over 25 years’ experience in creating transformational change through partnerships between high-value donors and the causes they care about. We have an exemplary track record of working with trusts and foundations, high-net worth individuals, major corporations, and government and statutory sources to mobilise tens of millions of dollars for social change.

We have experience across a range of causes, including medical research, environment and climate change, international development, and community healthcare. We understand the unique needs of each sector and how to deploy funds for the greatest impact.

Our Approach

Solid fundamentals

We are experts in building and deploying the tools you need to transform your fundraising and deliver exceptional, lasting income generation outcomes and high-impact projects.

Donor-focused guidance

We advise individuals, companies, and trusts and foundations on your philanthropic giving strategies. We can connect private donors and their financial advisers with causes to help you achieve the greatest impact and meet your personal or organisational goals

Tailored support

Whether you are a philanthropist looking for the right giving approach or an NGO seeking a strategy to grow your income, we offer support tailored to your goals and situation. You can also have confidence that our advice is grounded in solid knowledge and experience in a range of causes across the sector.

Our experience

Our fundraising has supported a vast range of projects in countries around the world: Antigua, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, Mozambique, the Netherlands, Uganda, Peru, the Philippines, Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Syria, United Kingdom, United States, Peru, Taiwan, Tanzania, Togo, and Trinidad and Tobago. 

Our Team

Betsy Waalen

director and consultant

David Mole

Director and Consultant

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