Hiring an Orthodox consultant provides several benefits to parishes and organizations, including bringing expertise in nonprofit development, fundraising, and management; providing an objective outsider perspective; creating accountability; and significantly increasing funds raised through identifying major gift opportunities. Consultants have graduate degrees in relevant fields, deep experience working with Orthodox parishes, and can help navigate challenges while preserving Orthodox values and ecclesiology. Their services provide a high return on investment through increased donations, new members, and skills developed within the organization.