Transformative learning and support for nonprofit leaders

Thriving Non-Profits offers a range of innovative learning programs, expert coaching, and practical tools to help nonprofits build financial resilience and increase their impact. 

Built by nonprofit leaders, for nonprofit leaders

Thriving Non-Profits is designed and delivered by Scale Collaborative – a team of experienced nonprofit leaders. We understand the unique challenges you face. Since 2014, we've helped hundreds of organizations achieve financial sustainability and create lasting change. We built Thriving Non-Profits to share our knowledge and equip you with the tools you need to make your nonprofit thrive.
Non-profit fundraising experts

TRANSFORMATIVE LEARNING FOR NONPROFIT LEADERS

What people are saying

Christine Hennebury
Board President

Storytellers of Canada

“I wish every nonprofit in the country had access to this magnificent program! We have completely changed our thinking about how to approach revenue generation.”

Alec Wheeler
Development Manager

Alberta Farm Animal Care

"Thriving Non-Profits is a MUST DO! This really should be a foundational program for every nonprofit, particularly as the sector faces increased challenges with respect to funding. It's a game-changer."

Betty NB
Board Member

Knox United Church

"Being part of Thriving Non-Profits has opened our eyes to the possibilities, and in the board meeting this week, one of their board members said: For the first time, I can really breathe."

Çağla Azizoğlu-Aslan
Resource Development Coordinator

FCJ Refugee Centre

An incredible opportunity to rethink our revenue generation strategies. From learning alongside peers to receiving invaluable coaching support, I’m walking away with new insights and sustainable solutions that will empower our organization to create even greater impact.

Rachelle Dallaire
Executive Director

Indigenous Perspectives Society

"We Can't imagine our success without this program! Our reliance on government funding was a never-ending cycle of uncertainty. Thriving Non-Profits helped us go mortgage-free, renovate our space, and expand our programs and services."

Lori LeDrew
Executive Director

Office to Advance Women Apprentices

"I can't say enough about the impact the Thriving Non-Profits program had on our organization. Not only did it allow us to think creatively about diversifying our revenue streams, it was the catalyst for an internal culture shift."

Kim Cummins
Director of Operations

Shelbourne Community Kitchen

"Best use of your time and money! Thriving Non-Profits is one of the best ways that an organization that is looking to invest in their long term sustainability can take measured steps now to learn and build cohesion in their team."

Julie Lawlor
Executive Director

WestShore Chamber of Commerce

"Game-changing program. This program is a game changer for nonprofit organizations. I cannot recommend it highly enough.”

Kyle Empringham
Co-Founder

The Starfish Canada

"Every nonprofit should try this. We started with an annual revenue of $150,000 and, using the revenue diversification action plan from Thriving Non-Profits, increased this to $500,000 within just six months."

Delanie Dyck
Executive Director

Yoga Outreach

"This was the best investment we've made! Thriving Non-Profits was the best investment we have made. It helped us to see clearly where we were at. We feel much stronger and better equipped because of this training."

Jamie McCulloch
Executive Director

Rocky Mountain Adaptive

"I would highly recommend the Thriving Non-Profits program. The education and learnings have been incredible, building on our foundations to date, and giving us the tools to move ahead, diversify and build stronger for the future."

Alison Colwell
Executive Director

Galiano Club

“Thriving Non-Profits was an excellent program. It was engaging and inspiring. I'd highly recommend Thriving Non-Profits to other organizations.”

Essie Mehina
Board Member

BCALM

"Our experience was transformative. I recommend this program for any nonprofit organization. It was a privilege to participate with such an outstanding cohort of community leaders!"

Cathy Brown
President

Texada Island Seniors Housing Society

“Thriving Non-profits helps you to discover what's possible and unlockl resourcefulness within yourself that you do not realize you have.”

Curtis Slater
Executive Director

The PREP Society

"Thriving Non-Profits really helped us think differently about how we should be funding our programs in order to make the biggest impact possible for our community."

Jun Naravel
Director, Public Policy

ActionDignity

"We continue to use the Thriving Non-Profits revenue diversification action plan to guide our organization's strategy today."

Stacey Stilling
CAO

Mountain View Seniors' Housing

"The program, concepts, resources and access to experienced individuals is second to none. We have SO many ideas of things we can do differently and we want to do it all NOW!"

Tegan Moss
Executive Director

Peterborough Green-Up

"This program is exceptional! If you are ready to deepen your understanding of how your nonprofit can leverage a variety of revenue streams, this is for you."

Ken Donnelly
Board Member

Canadian Council on Invasive Species

"The Thriving Non-Profits Program has been a game-changer for us, opening our eyes to the many options available on the road to success."

Denise Metcalfe
Executive Director

Comox Valley Lifeline Society

"Thriving Non-Profits is an amazing program that moves the mind toward the recognition of new opportunities within your organization."

Carla Pellegrini
Executive Director

Food Stash Foundation

"This program was a great way to get exposure and validation on new ways of thinking and running our charity that push more impact and keep financial sustainability top of mind."

Donna Desmet
Executive Director

North Island Employment Foundations

“Thriving Non-Profits helped our team clarify the path forward and we are excited about our future pathway to sustainability as a nonprofit organization”.

Jayde Roche
Director

Rural Development Network

"Take this course! It was a great opportunity for us to learn and build relationships, to explore opportunities we had not considered before and understand how to implement them."

Pina Corigliano
Executive Director

Hesperus Village

"Thriving Non-Profits was empowering. The learning showed us how to find new ways to earn more money and really helped us get aligned on the way forward."

Tina Strehlke
CEO

Minerva BC

"An incredible learning opportunity! We walked away with new knowledge, clear ideas, and a plan for execution. The blend of self-directed learning, live sessions, team-based discussion, and activities was perfect. I learned a lot!"

Ashley Howe
Executive Director

SUPPLY Victoria

“I’m so grateful for this program. This is exactly what we needed. Awesome to be able to carve out time to strategize with my team and the cohort. Thank you for letting us be involved.”

Kelly Knights
COO

Victoria Hand Project

"The Thriving Non-Profits course overall has been an excellent experience, expanding our notion of what a non-profit can achieve and inspiring us to be creative in finding ways to keep sustainable. This program has truly been transformative for our organization."

Lori James
Executive Director

Making Changes Association

"The Thriving Non-Profits program has been a great experience for our organization. The training has helped us shift our mindset and is helping us explore building out and adding to our revenue streams. "

How can Thriving Non-Profits help you?

Facing increased demand with flat funding?

Facing increased demand with flat funding?

Are rising program costs and service demands squeezing your budget despite ongoing grant applications and fundraising efforts? Thriving Non-Profits empowers you to diversify your funding sources so you can meet the evolving needs of your community.

Struggling to pay and retain valuable staff?

Struggling to pay and retain valuable staff?

Is attracting and retaining talented staff a challenge, hindered by limited resources from traditional fundraising methods like grants and donations? We'll help you generate unrestricted revenue to invest in your team, ensuring you have the resources to realize your impact.

Unable to meet the real needs of the community?

Unable to meet the real needs of the community?

Do you dream of launching new programs or scaling existing ones, but traditional fundraising methods leave you feeling restricted? Thriving Non-Profits provides the tools and strategies to secure the funding you need, allowing you to make a bigger difference.

Fuel your impact. Access unrestricted revenue to support your programs, team, and mission

The nonprofit sector faces immense pressure to deliver critical services with limited resources. But it doesn't have to be this way. Thriving Non-Profits equips you with the knowledge, tools, and support to become financially resilient and maximize your impact through effective nonprofit fundraising.

COHORT PROGRAM ONLINE COURSES

Understand what's possible
Transform your organization with new strategies to help you thrive!
End your grant dependence
Break free from the constraints of restricted or time-limited funding
Re-imagine your finances
Shift from scarcity to abundance with innovative nonprofit fundraising methods
Increase your impact
Take your impact to the next level. Create lasting change in your community
  • IMPROVE YOUR ORGANIZATION’S FINANCIAL STABILITY AND INCREASE YOUR IMPACT

  • CONNECT WITH AND LEARN FROM NONPROFIT LEADERS AND IMPACT SECTOR EXPERTS

  • BE PART OF A CULTURE SHIFT FROM SCARCITY TO ABUNDANCE IN THE NONPROFIT SECTOR

Program partners

Thriving Non-Profits is developed by Scale Collaborative and delivered to specific regions through partnerships. Thank you to our partners, your contributions are helping build a resilient and thriving nonprofit sector.

Delivered byScale Collaborative logo

Presenting partner

Coast Capital Savings logo   

Community partners

Calgary Foundation logoCan
Canada Council for the Arts logo
Community Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador logo
Community Futures Central Island logo
Community Sector Council of Newfoundland and Labrador logo
First Credit Union logo
Nanaimo Foundation logo
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador logo
Law Foundation of Ontario logo
Vancity logo
Victoria Foundation logo
WES Mariam Assefa Fund logo
West Vancouver Foundation logo

We respectfully acknowledge that the offices of Scale Collaborative are located on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən-speaking peoples, and the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations who have historical relationships with the land that continue to this day.