A RECAP: HOW A NONPROFIT MERGER LED TO A BIGGER AND BETTER MISSION
Connecticut Food Bank and Foodshare were two strong, financially solid organizations who together served all eight counties in the State of CT. The two organizations had complementary missions and a history of working together well. In 2020, Connecticut Food Bank found itself in the midst of a leadership transition and the two organizations decided the time […]
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The organization seeks a thoughtful and talented senior fundraising professional who will help build upon BGCG’s history and take fundraising to the next level of success. The Senior Director of Development is responsible for all annual fundraising activities. The successful candidate will help forge new relationships to build BGCG’s visibility, impact, and financial resources. The Senior Director of Development […]
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ElderHouse, Inc. seeks a passionate, hands-on Executive Director with demonstrated management and program development experience to oversee the fulfillment of its mission and vision in providing support to seniors and their family caregivers. The Executive Director leads a team of 12 part-time employees and manages the organization’s $1.2 million budget. S/he is responsible for the operational integrity of the […]
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The Strategy Group (TSG), an advisory firm that provides transformative guidance, direction, and support to nonprofit leaders, is currently looking to hire a part-time office manager for 10 hours each week to organize and coordinate office operations and procedures and assist in many facets of the business. The position offers and the ability to work in the office and […]
Now more than ever well-being drives the bigger picture for nonprofits. So, what does this mean for your organization? It’s all about creating a workplace where your employee and your nonprofit can thrive.
We recently attended the first Impact Summit hosted by LinkedIn for Nonprofits where employee wellness was on the agenda. Employees who participate in employee wellness programs report less stress and improved mental health, and overall can be […]
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nOURish BRIDGEPORT, Inc. is a food-centered, volunteer-powered, community-anchored 501c3 bringing hope to our City through direct service programs. Bridgeport is defined as a Food Desert, with 1 in 4 residents facing daily food insecurity & inaccessibility to nutritious produce. nOURish provides thousands of neighbors weekly with Groceries from our Food Pantry, Formula & […]
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River House was founded in 1977 and remains committed to providing the highest quality care to aging adults in Greenwich, Stamford, and the surrounding areas while offering guidance and support to their caregivers. We are proud of our history of service to these communities.
River House’s mission is to provide adult day care that works for all […]
Lessons from the Connecticut Foodshare Merger
In part 1 of our series, we explored the factors and timing nonprofits should consider when thinking about a potential merger. Last month, we explored what happens once a nonprofit is ready to roll up its sleeves and do the work needed for a merger or alliance with another.
In this final and third installment, we explore what happens when two nonprofits cross the […]
Lessons from the Connecticut Foodshare Merger
Last month, we explored the factors and timing nonprofits should consider when thinking about a potential merger. If the timing and conditions are right for the organizations (like it was for CT Food Bank and FoodShare) to explore a merger or possible alliance, here’s the process The Strategy Group (TSG) prescribes for the optimal outcome for all:
Lessons from the Connecticut Foodshare Merger
Why do nonprofits typically look to merge? Nonprofit organizations typically merge to grow, to stabilize or, at times, to survive. Organizations who are not interested in a full merger may want to pursue a “strategic alliance” or “strategic collaboration” to create greater efficiencies or expand their reach. Whether looking at a merger or an alliance, organizations are often looking to:
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