Experience.
MATTERS.
For over 30 years, I have worked exclusively with non-profit organizations. Each one has been cause-driven. Their concerns range from the environment, social justice and health to indigenous issues and more. I have studied the operations of hundreds of non-profits, advised small & medium sized organizations, created fundraising plans, as well as assisted with HR and the vital issue of governance. Right now, I coach participants in the Thriving NonProfits (TNP) Program, convene VECTTR, a group of non-profit leaders and I am Executive Director of WITS Programs Foundation, a charity working with schools across Canada and in other parts of the world to empower children and youth to handle bullying and practice kindness and inclusion.
ORGANIZATIONS.
ONES I’VE HELPED (IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER).
Canadian Council on Invasive Species
WITS Programs Foundation
BC Foster Parents Association – Vancouver Island
People for a Healthy Community on Gabriola Society
Coast Waste Management Association – Vancouver Island
BC Cycling Coalition
Indigenous Perspectives Society
West End Recycling Connection – Vancouver BC
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS.
01. SOCIAL ENTERPRISE.
I have initiated four social enterprises:
Our Community Bikes, a non-profit bike shop in Vancouver, Canada,
Elementary School Educational Kits for WITS Programs distributed around the world,
A GIS/GPS re-ignited to be profitable in Campbell River, Canada.
A recycling system started up in Vancouver, Canada.
Read more about these enterprises below.
02. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITIONS.
WITS Programs Foundation
BC Hockey
People for a Healthy Community
Greenways Land Trust
Coast Waste Management Association
03. ADVISORY COMMITTEES.
Co-chair – National Advisory Committee, Canada’s Volunteer Awards
Chair – BC Advisory Committee, Encorp Pacific
Member – Local Solid Waste Advisory Committee, Metro Vancouver
Member – Development Advisory Committee, City of Campbell River
04. BOARDS OF DIRECTORS.
Coast Waste Management Association
Greenways Land Trust
Indigenous Perspectives Society
Oceanside Hospice Society
People for a Healthy Community on Gabriola Society
Recycling Council of British Columbia
Society Promoting Environmental Conservation
Vancouver Island Hockey Association
Vancouver Island Opera
Volunteer BC
West End Recycling Connection
WITS Programs Foundation
Why me?
BUILD CONFIDENCE AND INCREASE YOUR IMPACT
Become financially sustainable. Create a functional plan. Solve the serious concerns facing you and your nonprofit and/or charity.
Your challenges have solutions. I’ve been there, and I’ve helped dozens of nonprofit organizations in multiple sectors become financially self-sustaining and improve delivery on their mission.
My approach is open, respectful and cooperative. I support equity-deserving groups with free advice, donations to several causes, most notably Oxfam, and advancing equity and inclusion in my work.
Let’s start a conversation, whether it’s simply becoming acquainted, free advice, or otherwise.
Services.
FIND YOUR FIT.
If you’re looking for help in any of these areas, let’s set up a phone or video call.
Fundraising & Revenue Diversification Plan. After examining operations, financials and organizational culture, I develop customized guides for nonprofits to diversify and increase their income.
Executive Coaching. I regularly provide other Executive Directors with advice and guidance, helping them make the most of their resources and solve tough issues (completely confidential).
Social Enterprise and Fee-for-Service. If you’re considering adding or increasing service fees, or expanding into social enterprise, but need help, a quick chat may be all that’s needed.
Strategic planning. My model of building a strategic plan equitably engages participants and keeps consultant costs low. It won’t sit on the shelf – this is a plan that you can regularly work with.
Strategic planning. My model of building a strategic plan equitably engages participants and keeps consultant costs low. It won’t sit on the shelf – this is a plan that you can regularly work with.
Governance & Board development. Create the best possible board, effective and committed, by ensuring board members sign onto a set of principles that serve the society first. Sounds simple, but it takes work. “The best Board members follow the mission, follow good advice, and are prepared & chip in.” -Andy
Non Profit Rescue (NPR). The concept of NPR is to revitalize failing non profits that are important to their communities. With a team of experts in various disciplines, NPR works together with local people and agencies to bring lasting change to struggling but important impact organizations.
Non Profit Rescue (NPR). The concept of NPR is to revitalize failing non profits that are important to their communities. With a team of experts in various disciplines, NPR works together with local people and agencies to bring lasting change to struggling but important impact organizations.
Reach.
ACROSS CANADA,
ACROSS SECTORS.
I have travelled across Canada on behalf of numerous organizations. I provide in-person coaching. I create meaningful partnerships, accept donations, give talks and conduct training and workshops.
From British Columbia to Newfoundland and across the territories, in person or online, I can bring help.
Notable.
SOCIAL ENTERPRISES.
Writing.
THESE MIGHT HELP…
Top 4 Grant Alignment & Decision-making Strategies
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Getting ready for the skilled Volunteer
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Ten tips for volunteer retention and management
Any volunteer can become a great volunteer, but sometimes you just won’t know how wonderful they truly are until after they are involved with your charity or nonprofit. In my experience, attracting volunteers is relatively[...]
Evolution of the grassroots Nonprofit
Like the development of any entity, cause-driven grassroots nonprofits evolve. Generally speaking, they have stages they go through, from a few determined people deciding to do something, to a nationally recognized cause-related brand. Nonprofits driven by[...]
5 ways for Non-profits to raise money during COVID19
(posted on LinkedIn March 2020) In this time of social distancing and other virus precautions, most of us are now working from our homes. Sadly, like many non-profits you might be worried about accessing your[...]
Writing.
THESE MIGHT HELP…
Top 4 Grant Alignment & Decision-making Strategies
These strategies are basic but are often forgotten when swept up in the possibility of a lucrative grant. I use these steps when determining if our team will apply for any grant. Check eligibility and[...]
Getting ready for the skilled Volunteer
A new kind of volunteer has emerged. More today than ever before, people with high-level skills are offering their services to respected nonprofits. The “skilled volunteer” is someone who has specialized professional skills to offer,[...]
Ten tips for volunteer retention and management
Any volunteer can become a great volunteer, but sometimes you just won’t know how wonderful they truly are until after they are involved with your charity or nonprofit. In my experience, attracting volunteers is relatively[...]
Evolution of the grassroots Nonprofit
Like the development of any entity, cause-driven grassroots nonprofits evolve. Generally speaking, they have stages they go through, from a few determined people deciding to do something, to a nationally recognized cause-related brand. Nonprofits driven by[...]
5 ways for Non-profits to raise money during COVID19
(posted on LinkedIn March 2020) In this time of social distancing and other virus precautions, most of us are now working from our homes. Sadly, like many non-profits you might be worried about accessing your[...]