"Kristen displayed a strong ability to analyze problems and she excelled in resource utilization to meet our organization's goals. Kristen doesn't just do the work; she reinforces her ideas and her grant proposals with sound documention."

—Karen Law, Executive Director at Pro-Choice Resources

 

"Kristen came to Metro Blooms during a time of great transition. Our board was looking for ways to expand our reach in the community and we had just lost our Program Manager. Kristen not only helped us get better organized but was also able to increase our funding, both with new grants and other new revenue-generating ideas. Her can-do attitude got us through a rough period and made us a better organization overall."

—Stephanie Boraas, Metro Blooms Treasurer

 

 

Evaluation

With the current funding climate, and foundations and government increasingly looking at outcomes, we can provide objective, comprehensive evaluation services to your organization. Whether you need help with capacity-building, program planning or program evaluation, we can help your organization determine impact and be more effective. We have experience with both quantitative and qualitative methodology, and have completed evaluations for a variety of nonprofit organizations, recent evaluations include: the MS Society and Baby Steps.

Communications & Social Media

The Advancement Company will help you clearly communicate your mission and your work. We provide website administration and content management, written and e-newsletter design and management, annual report design, and blog development. We have secured earned media with television, radio and print newspapers. We can provide fact sheets, media releases and talking points. Let us make sure your news is published. We can help you determine which social media tool best fits your organization, and assist with developing a plan of action. We will help you make sure that you are maximizing your organization’s online and print presence.

Event Planning

The Advancement Company will help you clearly communicate your mission and your work. We provide website administration and content management, written and e-newsletter design and management, annual reports and blog development. We have secured earned media with television, radio and print newspapers. We can provide fact sheets, media releases and talking points. Let us make sure your news is published. We will help you make sure that you are maximizing your organization’s online and print presence. Whether you are planning a fundraising gala, a lobby day at the capital, a workshop or a bowl-a-thon, the Advancement Company can provide all of your event management needs. We will provide everything from site selection to creation and implementation of the event budget. Let us worry about the registration and exhibitor details. We will promote your event to ensure high attendance and will coordinate and secure sponsors to increase revenue. We will make sure that your next event is a success.

Board/Committee Development and Support

Whether you need someone facilitate your annual board retreat or provide an overview of what it means to be a board member, we provide comprehensive and effective support and information to ensure your board is successful. We have educated boards about their legal and fundraising obligations, created board orientation materials, developed board job descriptions, coordinated board and committee meetings and facilitated board and staff retreats. We will provide assistance with difficult agenda items, help your board create an efficient meeting format and will provide support regarding developing new policies, executive director and board member reviews and reviewing financials.

Nonprofit Organization Incorporation & Transition

Whether you are starting a new 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or transitioning your nonprofit organization, it can be a daunting task. The Advancement Company will help develop new articles of incorporation and bylaws, assist with restating your organization’s governing documents to reflect a transition in your organization, help you secure community buy-in, and assist help you set-up your financial and human resources systems. We will see you through, from idea to inception.

Research

Have a new idea for a program, but don't know where to start? Just received a development grant and need assistance with planning? Let us help with your literature review, program planning, and research needs.

Other

From time to time, organizations need help developing their annual budget, fundraising, building sources of earned income, developing business plans and leading their board and staff through strategic planning. The Advancement Company will work with you to fulfill your organizational needs. The Advancement Company also provides policy research and contract lobbying assistance.

 

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