I had the opportunity to work with Anne and her team to meet with U.S. officials on Capitol Hill regarding the trafficking of girls in Nigeria. We recommend them to any organization or person seeking a dedicated and skillful government relations consultant.
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We lend our extensive experience to organizations changing the world through addressing human rights issues such as human trafficking, domestic violence, foster care, poverty and education. We partner with you to achieve your goals to write laws, create organizational plans, and generate ongoing funding sources to accomplish your mission.
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Executive Director - LEAH Foundation
Ascend was great to work with! They gave us excellent advice on strategy regarding which grants to pursue. They also served as reviewer on our OVC application and provided thoughtful, knowledgeable, and detailed feedback. I would absolutely recommend working with them.
Executive Director - Stepping Stones Network
Ascend Consulting was key in developing our framework and guiding us in areas where we needed their expertise. They are extremely helpful and knowledgeable and have been an important factor to our success.
Executive Director - Kaleido Inc.
Anne Basham is a phenomenal leader whose wisdom and insight has helped ensure our charity has seen significant impact. I would highly recommend and endorse Anne to anyone needing her skills.
CEO - Hope for Justice
Ascend Consulting has counseled me on government relations. They are strategic thinkers and their knowledge of political situations around the world and helpful insights have contributed greatly at Congressional meetings which have impacted policy change. They are very organized, highly efficient, communicates well and are easy to work with. Ascend Consulting has my highest recommendation.
Survivor Leader and Co-Founder - Tahrir Alnisa Foundation (TAF)
Working with Ascend on our grants was a great experience for our staff and organization. They are an excellent company with exceptional staff who provide high quality service.
Executive Director - Inner City Visions (2021 California Nonprofit of the Year)
The Foundation United had the opportunity to work with Anne Basham and was consistently impressed by her professionalism, enthusiasm for our cause, and dedication to accomplishing our legislative goals. We are grateful for the commitment and advocacy shown.
CEO - The Foundation United