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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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ABC Scenario Planning: Strengthening Resilience in Uncertain Times

Check out this dynamic session on nonprofit Scenario Planning/ Panelists explore the strategic ABC Scenario planning framework designed to help organizations navigate uncertainty and plan for multiple future possibilities.

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How Nonprofits Can Inspire a New Era of Generosity

Explore key insights from The Generosity Commission 2024 with Alford Group on how nonprofits can inspire a new era of giving and community engagement.

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The Revolution of Nonprofit Strategic Planning: Fusing Tradition with Innovation

Discover how nonprofit strategic planning can evolve by blending traditional methods with real-time agility for lasting impact and mission alignment.

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How to Share Your Nonprofit’s Strategic Plan with Your Community

Jessica Paulsen from Distinctive Schools sits down with Client Service Associate Madisyn Fairchild to share the behind-the-scenes of how the organization communicated their new strategic plan with the community they serve.

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