Planning is not one size fits all. Good strategy is built within the context of your organization and operating environment. Shoebox facilitates processes to produce the plan that fits your organization. It may be a year-long bridge plan to navigate known change or uncertainties, a three-year framework to focus the work of a growing organization, or a five-year plan to sustain an organization on a confident foundation.

Collaborations, and partnerships thrive when relationships and processes are prioritized. Shoebox provides facilitation and project management to set up and sustain productive work among non-profit and multi-sector collaborators.

Traditional staff models and roles have their challenges. To meet these challenges, nonprofits are increasingly considering alternative models. Shoebox is in the midst of an exploratory study to confirm and/or complicate what is known about the benefits and challenges of alternative staffing structures (e.g., co-directors, teams, and flat structures). Shoebox is available to connect with entities interested in exploring this topic.

Twice a month, Shoebox offers pro bono coaching for nonprofits. You are welcome to inquire about spot coaching via the contact page.

Maine Association of Nonprofits member organizations may also join Shoebox and other consultants at free Sounding Board coaching sessions.