Molly Schwartz Molly Schwartz

Becoming a Leader in Uncertain Times

Have you become a new leader during this uncertain time? Join our four-part interactive series to find your leadership voice, clear what’s getting in your way, and build a plan to lead your team over the next 90 days. This series is perfect for first-time supervisors as well as emerging leaders. You’ll gain new knowledge and practical skills and tools for the journey ahead.

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Renae Oswald Anderson Renae Oswald Anderson

Navigating an Era of Pivots

In 2020, nonprofit organizations seemingly moved mountains to reposition their programs and services and continue to meet the needs of their stakeholders and those they serve while advancing their missions. Many found they needed to shift their priorities in order to survive. We have created two new tools designed to help our clients make intentional and strategic decisions that will contribute to their mission impact and organizational sustainability.

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Jennifer Hipple Jennifer Hipple

Tips for Conducting Virtual Interviews

It’s no surprise that the pandemic has caused us to change how we go about our work. When it comes to the hiring process, we know that for the health and safety of all involved, it just makes sense to conduct virtual interviews whenever possible. If you’re not sure how to get started, don’t worry, we’ve pulled together some tips for you.

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Heidi Herron Heidi Herron

2021 Looking Good for Grant Seekers in Minnesota

SCC’s Heidi Herron recently attended MCN’s Grantmakers 2021 workshop and learned about anticipated trends for the nonprofit sector in 2021. Chief among them, that metro-area grant makers are allocating millions of dollars to address equity issues. Read more about her insights and what this could mean for your organization.

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Elaine Weber Nelson Elaine Weber Nelson

In-person Fundraising When No One Wants to Meet with You

Is there a bright spot in the decline of in-person meetings right now? Maybe it’s a stretch to see a positive in no face-to-face contact, but we think it’s there! Consider the opportunity to have a 20-min Zoom meeting with a donor and how it can strengthen your connection.

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Heidi Herron Heidi Herron

Convenient or Essential

In the chaos of COVID, reduced resources, and political and civic unrest, there is one question that all nonprofits are asking themselves in this moment: “How do we stay focused on our mission?” Given the new landscape, one key way is to take a careful look at your programming through the lens of essential versus nonessential programming.

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Jennifer Hipple Jennifer Hipple

Navigating Through COVID-19

As a Capacity Lifecycle Consultant, SCC’s Renae Oswald-Anderson is offering a one-hour pro bono consulting session with any nonprofit organization that would like guidance and/or a sounding board for how best to address their present situation and prepare for the post-pandemic future.

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