Empowering Nonprofits to Thrive
Building Stronger Organizations, Creating Greater Impact
Let’s work together to strengthen your nonprofit’s effectiveness and amplify your mission.
About Us
Running a nonprofit comes with unique challenges. That’s why we’ve dedicated ourselves to helping mission-driven organizations like yours succeed. We understand the complexities you face – from board governance to strategic planning to community engagement – and we bring both innovative methods and proven practices to help you overcome them.
Our approach combines tried-and-true practices with fresh thinking, like certified LEGO® Serious Play® facilitation, to unlock new perspectives and possibilities. What makes us different? We believe in meeting you where you are and building solutions together. Your feedback drives our process – we listen, adapt, and evolve our approach based on what works for your organization.
Our Approach
Innovative Methods
We break through traditional barriers using proven innovative techniques. As certified LEGO® Serious Play® facilitators, we help teams communicate more effectively, uncover hidden insights, and solve complex organizational challenges. Our methods encourage deeper engagement and lead to more sustainable solutions.
Customized Fit
No two nonprofits are exactly alike. We combine established best practices with innovative approaches to create solutions tailored to your unique challenges. From board development to strategic planning, our work adapts to your organization’s specific needs and culture.
Mission-Driven Results
Your mission is what matters. We focus on delivering measurable outcomes that strengthen your organization’s effectiveness and amplify your impact. Through data-driven approaches and feedback systems, we help you track progress and demonstrate results to stakeholders.
How We Help
Strategic Leadership
Need help charting your course? As experienced nonprofit consultants, we help you create clear, actionable plans that drive measurable results. From annual planning to long-term strategy, we’ll work with you to develop sustainable solutions that move your mission forward with confidence.
Board Excellence
Want to maximize your board’s potential? As BoardSource-certified consultants, we help strengthen your board’s effectiveness through improved governance, engagement, and strategic leadership. We’ll work with your board to develop clear roles, strong processes, and effective oversight that advance your mission.
Organizational Growth
Ready to build a stronger organization? We focus on what matters: implementing effective systems, creating positive work environments, building staff capacity, and developing feedback systems that drive continuous improvement. Because when your team thrives, your mission thrives.
Grant Management & Compliance
Looking to strengthen your grantmaking processes? With deep experience in both nonprofit and foundation perspectives, we help organizations optimize their grant management systems and ensure compliance. And as Blackbaud Grantmaking specialists, we can provide both strategic guidance and hands-on support in your grantmaking operations.
Meet Your Partners
Jeff Smith
Principal
Jeff brings extensive nonprofit sector experience, specializing in board development, strategic planning, and grant management systems. As a BoardSource-certified consultant and certified LEGO® Serious Play® facilitator, he combines innovative methodologies with proven practices to help organizations unlock their full potential. His unique perspective from both nonprofit and grantmaker roles helps organizations build strong foundations for sustainable growth and measurable impact.
Brian Ebersole
Principal
Brian excels at building strong organizations and fostering effective community engagement. With extensive experience in healthcare leadership and community initiatives, he creates meaningful connections between organizations and the communities they serve. His approach combines strategic vision with practical implementation, helping organizations develop authentic relationships that drive meaningful change and achieve sustainable results.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Let’s explore how we can strengthen your organization’s impact. We’ll start with a conversation to understand your unique challenges and opportunities, then develop practical, customized solutions to move your mission forward.