Can I let you in on a little secret that most capacity-building strategists probably can’t tell you?

Culturally responsive capacity building is not rocket science. It starts with understanding the unique values deeply embedded into the communities you serve!

Have your biases checked at the door

Engaging diverse stakeholders should not be about checking a box, it must be about establishing racial equity. As such, we cannot do this work without exploring our implicit biases. When we work together, we will begin by taking a (sometimes difficult) look at ourselves so that we can show up ready to do the work. If we skip this step, we’re showing up ill-equipped to fully co-conspire for change.

Become educated about Black philanthropy

Educating clients on the history and uniqueness of giving in the Black community is key to understanding how to cultivate donor relationships with members of the community. Therefore, we will work together to learn about the beautiful, rich roots of giving that inform why and how Black people give.

Develop a Strategy that Authentically Reflects Your Organization

Cultivating Black and Brown stakeholders does not come with a one-size-fits-all approach. Considerations such as your mission, cause area, location, etc. all factor into how relationships are developed. With this in mind, we will work together to design the engagement strategy for the Black and Brown donors, board members, and supporters that best fit your nonprofit.

Capacity-Building

Capacity Building is any activity that strengthens the management, governance and performance of nonprofit organizations, enabling them to better achieve their missions and have greater social impact. Through our work we help nonprofits understand that reflecting the diversity of the community served, allows nonprofits to build the connections necessary to deliver the most critical services. Without this reflection, it becomes increasingly difficult to build the trust and collaborations needed to succeed. We work with clients on a variety of pain points to strategize, create projects and build relationships that directly impact their long-term goals.

Thought Partnership

Sometimes you just need someone to listen and help you move to the next step. As a trusted leader in the nonprofit sector, we offer you one-of-a-kind thought partnership to solve your DEI and racial equity challenges. Whether you’re looking to engage new donors of color, tap into a diverse hiring pool, or revamp existing programming to reach untapped potential, we will be just the thought partner you need.

Trainings & Professional Development

Whether a one-time session or a learning series, educating clients is one of the favorite aspects of our work. We will teach you and your team about the deeply-rooted history and culture of Black giving, the keys to community-centered fundraising, board diversity and more.