One of the marvelous things about community is that it enables us to welcome and help people in a way we couldn’t as individuals.

– Jean Vanier

Meet the Team

Meet the duo behind Utonga! A small but powerful team driven by strategy, heart, and a little bit of chaos magic. From grant writing to big-picture thinking, we bring sharp skills, fresh perspective, and real joy to the work. We are not just collaborators, we are partners who care deeply about your mission and deliver on it is our own.

  • Founder/Principal Consultant

    As the founder of the firm, she is a woman of many talents and passions who continues to bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the company. She's a public speaker, facilitator, a nonprofit founder, a podcast host, and a dedicated reader (just to name a few!).

    Blessing was accepted into the prestigious United World College Program in Norway, followed by the University of Oklahoma, where she earned degrees in International Studies and Public and Nonprofit Administration. This diverse educational background, combined with her passion for giving back to her community, makes Blessing uniquely qualified to lead and champion Utonga's efforts.

    Now based in sunny California (though still a bit afraid of dogs!), Blessing is a big collaborator who speaks a mile a minute (seriously, her brain never stops!). But she always takes the time to listen, love, and respect those around her. She's a proud wife, daughter, big sister, and friend, and believes that together, we can take on any challenge that comes our way with a lot of love and perseverance.

    Leading the Utonga team, she offers tailored & intentional strategic fundraising and management consulting. With a background in community organizing, mentoring and international relations, Blessing leads Utonga with skill, creativity, and passion. She continuously shifts cultural perspectives, and inspires people to believe that change is possible if the right resources are in place to make it happen!

    Everyone that has worked with Blessing knows that she is a true partner that is willing to go in the weeds to bring about solutions. She may at times groggily answer late-night text messages, takes on difficult conversations for clients, and makes jokes that will keep Utonga partners hopeful and smiling through rejected proposals and those occasional rained-out fundraising events.

    Blessing seeks to bring about monumental and impactful change within the space of philanthropy. Hop on this ride with her!

  • Associate Consultant

    Vivian lives as a dedicated individual driven by a profound love for helping others. Her drive led her to a Degree at the University of Oklahoma with a major in Psychology and a minor in Studio Art. There she gained a unique blend of creative and analytical thinking. The two together Allow her to foster innovative solutions and pursue her passions with a well-rounded skill set.

    She has gained experience through work with small and large Nonprofit Organizations. Her experience ranged from being an OU Foundation CC Director to the director of a community center/coffee house, Secondwind. Through her work, she has cultivated a versatile skill set. These roles have instilled in her a deep understanding of community engagement, research, and coordination.

    She is committed to making a positive impact and is dedicated to bringing meaningful and impactful solutions to the forefront here at Utonga.

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Guiding Principles

  • We are committed to transparency in all aspects of our work. This means that we are open and honest about our goals, strategies, and outcomes with our clients, partners, and stakeholders. We believe that transparency is essential to building trust and establishing long-term relationships with our clients and community.

  • We understand that growth is not just about expanding in size; it's about evolving, learning, and pushing boundaries to reach new heights. Whether you are a small organization looking to better your fundraising systems, a business striving for networking insight, or an organization seeking some fundraising workshops, we are here to help you figure it out.

  • We are always focused on providing the best possible service to our clients. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality consulting services that are tailored to the unique needs of each organization we work with.

  • We strive to be responsive, proactive, and innovative in our approach, and we are committed to continuous learning and improvement.