Mission
Our mission is to empower F2F fundraising programs to achieve excellence through innovative training programs, dedicated coaching, and tailored strategies that drive exceptional performance.
Vision
Our vision is a future where face-to-face fundraising is recognised as a vital, high-value profession, where people can grow, succeed and find joy and purpose in their work.
Our Story
No matter where we’ve been, the challenges in face-to-face fundraising remain strikingly similar: programs struggle with retention, inconsistent performance, and a lack of quality. Though for us there’s one issue that stands out above all others - an issue we’ve both encountered time and again: the lack of professional training and development specifically designed for the unique demands of our sector.
Face-to-face fundraising is unlike any other field. It’s not just sales, and it’s not traditional nonprofit work. It’s a high-pressure, highly specialised field that requires a rare mix of interpersonal intelligence, communication skills and the right mindsets. Yet, despite the immense resources poured into training new fundraisers, the leaders who guide them are often left without the tools they need to realise their full potential.
We’ve seen this firsthand. In many programs, training can be an echo chamber, with leaders relying on what they know: practices instilled by those who came before them, often drawing on experience passed down from line managers. It can be a cycle of limited perspectives and outdated practices. External training, when it happens, is often borrowed from corporate sales or generic leadership programs, neither of which fully address the nuances of face-to-face fundraising.
The result? Junior leaders struggle to manage teams effectively. Senior leaders lack the tools to create sustainable, high-performing programs. And organisations are left riding a rollercoaster of fluctuating results.
That’s why we decided it was time to act. Together, with over 20 years of combined experience in face-to-face fundraising, we saw an opportunity to elevate the sector by addressing the need for bespoke training and leadership development. We created diDo F2F Training, bringing our expertise, our shared values of growth, integrity, and contribution, to create training and coaching that would truly support fundraisers and leaders.
As we look ahead, we’re guided by a simple belief:
“Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.” – Simon Sinek
Jules D’Oca
Senior Trainer | Founder | F2F Specialist
I’m Jules, and face-to-face fundraising has been my world for over 14 years. I began where many fundraisers do—on the streets—where I immediately fell in love with the raw human connection and the purpose behind the work.
From those early beginnings, I worked my way up, taking on senior leadership roles across five major markets: Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United States, and the UK. Along the way, I’ve had the privilege of leading teams, scaling programs from the ground up to over 240 fundraisers, and collaborating with more than 25+ charities on 100+ campaigns across street, door-to-door, and private site channels.
What truly lights me up is developing and revitalising face-to-face programs. Whether it’s breathing new life into underperforming teams or scaling operations to new heights, I thrive on finding solutions that inspire growth and success.
I understand the challenges fundraisers and leaders face because I’ve been there—on the ground, in the field, and at the helm of national programs. Throughout my career, I’ve been on a mission to uncover and share the ‘secrets’ to highly ethical and effective face-to-face fundraising. As a certified adult educator, I’ve used these insights and experiences to create tailored learning and development solutions that don’t just improve performance but transform programs.
I'm driven by a commitment to sustainable sector growth, high-performing teams, and lasting donor relationships. I empower fundraisers and leaders to excel, creating a culture of impact and inspiration.
Alin Dinu
Senior Coach | Founder
I’m a certified coach with a passion for leadership, communication, and supporting people to find their way. My F2F fundraising journey started with Save the Children in Romania, and since then, I've built an agency, designed impactful programs, and worked across Australia, Europe, and the United States.
Through coaching, training, and consultancy, I’ve supported fundraisers, managers, and leaders in improving communication and fostering more authentic, effective teams. I’ve managed teams of 50+ and partnered up with organizations like Save the Children, Concordia, SOS Children’s Villages among others.
I know firsthand the challenges fundraisers face, the long days, the tough conversations, and the pressure to deliver results. I’ve felt the weight of unmet expectations, even shedding tears of frustration along the way. But I also know the rewards of overcoming those moments: confidence, emotional resilience and a team that stands strong together.
My work focuses on turning these challenges into opportunities for growth, helping teams not only perform better but also feel more motivated and inspired in the process. It’s all about creating an environment where people feel like they belong, contribute and be themselves.
I wake up in the morning to inspire people to communicate better, thus building a world filled with meaningful relationships. Discovering face-to-face fundraising was one of the best things that happened in my life. I just want to pay it forward.
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