Strengthening Nonprofits Through Strategy
Your STRATEGIC Partner in Nonprofit Excellence
At KJ Consulting Group, I partner with mission-driven nonprofits to strengthen internal infrastructure and lead with clarity and purpose. Grounded in decades of nonprofit experience, my work is anchored in a single, adaptable model that supports organizations of all sizes, structures, and stages of growth. I focus on three core areas: Operational Strategy and Systems Optimization, Financial Sustainability and Strategic Risk Management, and Leadership and Workforce Capacity. Each engagement is shaped by the organization’s mission, values, and real-world constraints.
KJ Consulting Group delivers high-level nonprofit consulting tailored to organizations at every stage, from grassroots initiatives and community-based nonprofits to mid-sized groups and established institutions. Each engagement is customized to meet your organization where it is, providing actionable frameworks that strengthen internal systems, support effective leadership, and advance long-term strategic goals.
Through our collaborative, mission-aligned approach, I help nonprofits improve operations, align financial management with strategy, and support inclusive leadership development. Whether you’re focused on targeted improvements or pursuing broader infrastructure shifts, I provide the strategic guidance and frameworks your organization needs to operate sustainably and maximize impact. Learn more about the approach.
This work is also deeply personal to me. I’m committed to supporting purpose-driven organizations, including nonprofits, foundations, associations, and advocacy groups. My work is grounded in values of equity, access, and community leadership. I’m especially passionate about advancing racial justice, civil rights, LGBTQ+ equality, voting access, and community development. These sectors shape my practice and reflect the impact I aim to support through KJ Consulting Group.
Matthew Kessler-Vaughn, PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT
Matthew Kessler-Vaughn is a strategic nonprofit leader with nearly 28 years of experience driving operational excellence, organizational transformation, and sustainable impact. Known for his ability to navigate complexity and lead through change, he has helped organizations strengthen their infrastructure, scale effectively, and align operations with mission during periods of growth and transition. His deep understanding of the nonprofit sector is rooted in decades of senior-level leadership across a wide range of organizational models and issue areas.
Throughout his career, Matthew has led organizations through strategic evolution, operational restructuring, and long-term capacity building as their most senior operations executive. He has designed and implemented strategies that build internal clarity, improve efficiency, and support high-performing, inclusive teams. His approach consistently equips organizations to adapt, scale, and deliver results in dynamic environments.
Motivated by a long-standing commitment to social impact and equity, Matthew founded KJ Consulting Group to provide high-level advisory support to mission-driven organizations. The firm’s work focuses on three interconnected areas: Operational Strategy and Systems Optimization, Financial Sustainability and Strategic Risk Management, and Leadership and Workforce Capacity Building. Every engagement is shaped by the unique realities, values, and goals of the organizations served.
Matthew’s passion for service is rooted in the values instilled by his parents, Kathy and Jim, for whom the firm is named. Their integrity, compassion, and dedication to community continue to guide his work. Carrying their legacy forward, Matthew brings both expertise and heart to every engagement, helping nonprofit leaders build stronger infrastructure and create lasting impact.