MKF: BUILDING
PARTNERSHIPS

MKF:

BUILDING PARTNERSHIPS

and mobilizing resources for social impact projects

WHERE OTHERS SEE obstacles, WE SEE THE POTENTIAL FOR PARTNERSHIP

[About us]

We are a consulting and partnership agency operating at the intersection of the public sector, business, and startups. We help companies and organizations form strategic alliances, build robust financial models, and implement strategies to secure resources.

The MKF Community is a powerhouse for fundraisers, partnership managers, and business developers.

[ THE MKF TEAM ]

TURNING PARTNERSHIPS INTO driving fORCE

CO-FOUNDERS

Khrystyna Ivanchuk

Expert in Organizational Development, Fundraising, and Strategic Partnerships

MY AIM: To find partners for every Ukrainian social impact project.

“I have sat on both sides of the table” – both raising capital and allocating it. In a donor capacity, I coordinated over 115 grant agreements worth $800,000, represented Ukrainian civil society on internationl platforms, and collaborated with leading organizations: Save the Children UK, USAID, Fondation de France, and others.

As Head of Partnerships at American University Kyiv, Khrystyna built a corporate partnership ecosystem with JP Morgan, Blackstone, and 7-Eleven. She launched the Career Center, which generated over $1.25 million in revenue for the university in 2025.

Dmytro Kisilenko

Expert in Market Analytics, Defence Industry and Public Sector

MY AIM: To transform partnerships into a driving force of systemic change

He is currently developing the investment direction within the IRON defense tech cluster.

At MITS Capital, he coordinated Defense Tech projects, startup financing, and partnerships between private capital and government institutions.

At Chemonics International (USAID UCBI4/OTI), he implemented over ten programs in frontline regions — covering the full lifecycle from design to monitoring and budget management. He has deep expertize in OSINT analytics, market research, and defense procurement.

THE MULTITOOL
FOR transformation

мультитул для змін

MKF is a versatile instrument for projects that create real impact. In a world that demands both precision and inspiration, our team delivers both. Every MKF member is part of a finely tuned engine where analytics meets creativity, and strategy meets action.

Grant Writers who can craft a winning proposal (even overnight).

Analysts who build data-driven strategies based on market research.

Legal Experts who build robust compliance frameworks and ensure transparency.

Designers who create the kind of pitch decks that actually convert.

CRM & Digital Solutions Experts who automate partner and donor management workflows.

WE have DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS, BUT UNITED IN PURPOSE: TO DO MORE FOR THOSE DRIVING THE Ukraine FORWARD

SERVICES

Fundraising Strategy & Partner Mapping

We develop resource mobilization strategies and map out potential donors, companies, and investors aligned with your values.

Preparation of grant applications and specific projects

We prepare grant proposals of any complexity, tailoring the language, structure, and argumentation to meet specific donor requirements.

Mentorship & Consulting

We provide training in fundraising and partnership building, sharing our network, expertise, and practical tools.

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Organizational Audit & Development Strategy

We analyze internal processes, resources, and risks to build a strategic roadmap with clear steps for growth, aligned with international donor standarts.

Legal support and compliance

We draft policies and reports that fully comply with international donor standards, ensuring transparency and risk mitigation.

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Metrics, CRM & Digital Solutions

We implement donor and partner management systems, automate workflows, and set up data analytics to track performance.

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Partnership Design & Communications

We create visual assets and pitch decks that persuade, engage, and sell.

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Project Management

We integrate into your team as an external fundraising and partnership department, managing the entire lifecycle — from donor searching to final reporting.

Recruitment of a Grant / Fundraising Talent

We search for the right specialists tailored to your needs and provide onboarding support during the first months to establish effective fundraising workflows.

B2B Partnerships & Business Development

We structure partnership offers, build alliances with businesses and foundations, and facilitate negotiations.

CRM for Partnerships & Sales

We implement CRM systems to manage partners, leads, and deals, optimizing your sales funnel and communication history.

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Grant Strategy & Opportunity Pipeline

We identify priority focus areas and donors, build a realistic pipeline of grant opportunities.

Grant Proposals & Partnership Packages

We assist in preparing applications, budgets and partnership materials from concept to final submission.

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Organizational readiness for donors

We develop the policies, procedures, and internal systems required to successfully engage with international donors, foundations, and investors.

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Mentorship & Advisory for teams

We support founders and leadership teams in navigating strategic decisions regarding fundraising and partnerships.

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Design and Communication for Sales & Partnerships

We create visual assets and pitch decks that persuade, captivate, and sell.

[ HOW OUR TEAM WORKS ]

WE are here
to change

Every project passes our internal filter: transparency, purpose, and impact.

We engage only when we believe in the idea and see its potential to scale into a system. We commit when we are confident the outcome is achievable and truly essential.

We assess the request and focus on the intent behind it. If the idea resonates, we commit fully.

[EXPERTIzE IN ACTION]

The MKF Team doesn't talk about results, we create them

FUNDRAISING FOR IRON Cluster

In six months, we secured funding to power two flagship events: IRON DEMO 2025 and Components of Freedom 2025, with 1600 visitors and company representatives on the guest list.

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Among companies we have worked with: Skyeton, Athlon Avia, Ukrspecsystems, December 1, Motor-G, Ektos, Double Tap Investments, Angel One, Axon Partners, Sine Engineering, Buntar Aerospace, Amprius та General Cherry.

MORE CASES

Defense Innovation Highway

Defense Tech

We provide comprehensive support for grant and partnership applications — from shaping project logic and drafting proposals to creating visual assets and coordinating collaboration with Defense Innovation Highway partners. This ensures the strategic coherence and competitiveness of initiatives in donor and partner competitions.

IMPACT TO FOLLOW

SOF Personnel and Family Support Unit "Gorno"

Veteran Support

We conducted a deep-dive audit of management, operational, financial, and security processes. Based on this, we crafted an organizational development strategy to strengthen governance, institutional capacity, and readiness for scaling and working with major donors.

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Adastra

Analytics & Education

We developed a fundraising strategy tailored to the organization’s analytical and advocacy profile. We conducted a comprehensive operational audit, delivering recommendations to strengthen institutional capacity, financial sustainability, and future growth.

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Resilience Development Institute & Key Group

Analytics & Education

Consulting for KEY Group, we prepared the launch of the Resilience Development Institute (RDI) from scratch. We defined the concept and positioning, designed the product portfolio, expert engagement model, and structured educational programs — including a Master’s in Real Estate Development — laying the foundation for scaling and long-term sustainability.

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Tuteshni

Filmmaking

We guided the preparation of a targeted grant proposal and comprehensively prepared the organization for international donor cooperation by developing a core package of internal policies. This bolstered institutional capacity and ensured full compliance with donor requirements.

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Transcarpathia IT Cluster

We delivered hands-on workshops for the team and strategic advisory for the leadership on fundraising and planning. Working with real cases, we helped define priorities, crafting a clear strategy and an actionable roadmap for the future.

IMPACT TO FOLLOW

VYO

Startups

As part of our consulting for VYO, we develop the grant strategy and manage the full cycle of proposal preparation to scale their health-tech product in the women’s health sector (FemTech). This includes crafting the donor logic and submitting applications to Horizon Europe, Dealum, and other global programs.

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