Tools, tips and information for nonprofits
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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.
Discover how Rancho Coastal Humane Society partnered with Alford Group to conduct a feasibility study and launch a successful capital campaign, expanding their capacity to care for animals and serve the community.
Learn how Milwaukee Ballet partnered with Alford Group for expert capital campaign consulting—raising $26M to build a new dance facility, expand programming, and strengthen community impact through data-driven strategy and planning.
Explore how the Greater Chicago Food Depository partnered with Alford Group to launch the Nourish Campaign—securing over $20 million to expand capacity, increase fresh food distribution and strengthen corporate partnerships to fight hunger in Cook County.
Explore how The Chicago Community Trust partnered with Alford Group to launch a record-breaking $1.6B campaign—redefining its leadership role and impact across the Chicago region for the next 100 years.
The strategic planning process resulted in a new three-year plan for Distinctive Schools. The plan outlines a clear vision for the organization’s future and provides a roadmap for achieving its goals. The plan is also highly aligned with the organization’s values, including equity, access and equality.