Consultants

The Community Foundation is committed to increasing the capacity of the local nonprofit sector. Because of this commitment, we maintain a list of local consultants who are interested in working with nonprofit organizations. If you are a consultant that would like to be added to this list, please submit your information here.

The consultants, vendors, freelancers, and others listed are not sponsored, endorsed, recommended or licensed by the Community Foundation. We encourage organizations to have detailed conversations and explore references before hiring a consultant. We do not take responsibility for the work done by those listed.

Amy Lillard | Rebel Yell Creative

Podcasting Music production Teaching Writing Other creative consulting and coaching …

Doug Lockin | Doug Lockin Charitable Planning

Non-profit Legacy Gift Planning-Design and Implementation, Personal Charitable Planning, Feasibility Studies and Capital Campaigns …

Salvador Lopez | ConnectUs

ConnectUS is committed to fostering systemic change in communities worldwide. We specialize in guiding communities toward collective impact and system-level change, recognizing how shared goals connect us all in addressing today’s interconnected challenges. Our team of experienced experts offers tailored guidance and support to navigate the complexities of community systems, facilitating meaningful and sustainable change. …

Andrea Love | A. Love Creative

I have 20 years of experience in marketing communications, especially for nonprofits. My services include marketing consulting, writing (content, marketing copy, website, news releases, collateral, organizational messaging, newsletters, case statements, donor letters, etc.) and public relations. I have a passion for working alongside organizations to create and implement an effective marketing/communication strategy.…

Stephanie Majeran | Baton Global

Mission, Vision, & Values | Strategic Planning | Talent Optimization | Leadership Development | Executive Coaching | Succession Planning | Customized Research & Data | Survey Design & Analysis | Artificial Intelligence | Benchmarking | Data Driven Branding | Communication & Journey | Implementation & Process Improvement…

Meghan Malloy | Malloy Consulting, PLLC

* nonprofit attorney and consultant: formation at the state and federal level (Articles of Incorporation, bylaws, conflict of interest policies); ongoing compliance; risk management; contract drafting and review; fund development assessment and consulting. * public affairs consulting: legislation and administrative rules drafting; lobbying before the Iowa General Assembly; bill tracking. …

Wendy Martinez Marroquin | AllThrive Education

AllThrive Education addresses mission-driven burnout among frontline community organizers through evidence-based capacity building. We serve grassroots organizations with integrated training combining popular education, somatic healing practices, and systems analysis. Our three-tiered framework tackles burnout at personal, organizational, and movement levels—reducing burnout while building sustainable power for social change.…

Melissa McCoy | HR Excellence Consulting

We offer tailored HR solutions for small businesses and organizations across multiple industries. We provide expert guidance in HR management, helping you build a positive, productive workplace that attracts and retains top talent.…

Melissa McCoy | HR Excellence Consulting

Policies/procedures/handbooks, Compliance, Employee engagement, Employee relations and investigations, Culture/change management, Recruitment/Onboarding, Offboarding HR technology set up, Compensation/benefits, Performance development, Work comp/safety, Leaves of absence…

Bill Moran | The Moran Company

Nonprofit Executive Search - The Moran Company is a top national executive search firm that specializes in recruiting leaders and fundraisers for nonprofit organizations, foundations, and associations. Our team of seasoned consultants are former nonprofit executives themselves, bringing an insider's perspective to every search. Our firm guarantees results, provides onboarding support, and has partnered with over 300 clients in the past 25+ years.…

Jenny Murnane-Rainey | JAM Group

Talent development, human capital strategy, strategic outcomes measurement, leadership development, organizational culture, knowledge sharing, operations management…

Brenda Myers | Team Dynamics

Working Genius assessment and certified facilitator focused on team effectiveness, leadership development, organizational culture, workshop and retreat facilitation and training, performance improvement, employee engagement, strategic decision-making, team building.…

Ellen Nelson | Funding Solutions, Inc.

Board Training and Development, Feasibility Studies, Capital Campaign Development and Implementation, Event Planning and Marketing, Executive Recruitment and Coaching, Fundraising Planning, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Development, Staff Training, Strategic Planning…

Kathleen Nicholson | Kathleen Nicholson & Co. LLC

Expertise in areas including prospect research, development communication, donor stewardship, and campaign management. My work has supported orgs including Kids in Need of Defense (KIND), The Trevor Project, Fòs Feminista, the Barack Obama Foundation, United Way of Rhode Island, Legal Momentum, the University of Nebraska, and many more.…

Jackie Norris | Horizon Group

Research - Strategy - Action. That is the framework I use. My core areas of expertise and passion include: Strategic Planning, Board Management, Board Development, Strategy Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Professional Facilitation, Focus Groups…

Jill Olson | Results Group, LLC

Aligning Employees, Hiring and Retention, Leadership Development, Sales Training, Team Building, Assessments, Executive Coaching, Seminar Facilitation, Consultation …

Bryan Partee | Nonprofit Marketplace

Was a Boys & Girls Club CEO for 20 years in a rural community, so I had to learn how to do everything. Grant writer, CFRE (Awarded almost $17M) Certified nonprofit social media marketer and fundraiser. BGCA Specialist (national trainer) to facilitate, do staff trainings, have board trainings, etc…

Jodi Rhone | Canary Consulting Group

We mentor, coach and equip nonprofit leaders and boards to build healthy, effective organizations. Services include startup support, assessments, strategy, partnership/merger exploration, and board training.…

Jessica Richter | Forvis Mazars LLP

Nonprofit audits, review and compilations; Accounting Outsourcing; Uniform Guidance Compliance (A-133); IRS Form 990 Preparation; Financial Statement Consulting; Executive Compensation Studies…

Carlos Rojas | twopoint0

We help mission-driven organizations with strategic planning and implementation, organizational capacity building, stakeholder and community engagement, board and staff facilitation, fundraising and donor engagement, volunteer and partnership development, program and service design, organizational assessments, operational improvement, change management, and practical action plans that strengthen sustainability and impact.…