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Resiliency Services for Nonprofits Navigating Uncertainty

Facing a crisis or urgent funding need? Alford Group’s resiliency services help nonprofits adapt fast with expert strategy, scenario planning and board support to stay mission-focused and resilient

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Nonprofit Scenario Planning Worksheet Template

Strengthen your nonprofit’s resilience with Alford Group’s free ABC Scenario Planning Worksheet Template. This easy-to-use scenario planning tool helps you anticipate risks, adapt strategies and prepare for best-case, baseline and worst-case outcomes.

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Resources for Nonprofits Navigating Executive Orders

Explore Alford Group’s curated tools and guidance to help nonprofits navigate executive orders, stay resilient and adapt fundraising, leadership and advocacy strategies in times of policy change.

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Nonprofit Workplace Allyship Toolkit

The following resources is a non-exhaustive, ever-evolving compilation of books, articles, videos and more gathered from various sources, including collaboration with colleagues and thought leaders across the philanthropic sector.

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Case Study: Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Discover how Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh partnered with Alford Group to lead an inclusive strategic planning process—gathering input from over 3,400 stakeholders and developing a five-year plan to strengthen services, equity, and community impact.

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8 Strategies for Board Effectiveness in Times of Change

At its heart, board effectiveness and engagement is about leveraging your board’s resources, tapping into their unique talents, knowledge and experiences, so that your organization and leadership can advance your mission.

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Fundraising Under Pressure: Strategies for Nonprofit Pivots and Growth Webinar

This comprehensive 60-minute webinar draws insights from our specialized Rapid Response Fundraising Strategy service designed specifically for nonprofit organizations navigating urgent financial challenges.

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Doubling Down on DEI Efforts: A Call for Courage and Commitment

In today’s charged political climate, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts are facing mounting resistance. Executive orders, legislative rollbacks and public opposition have created fear and hesitancy among organizations across sectors. However, now is not the time to retreat. Now is the time to double down.

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