Why choose Thriving Non-Profits coaching?

Our coaches have guided hundreds of organizations to achieve their goals. Discover how your nonprofit can benefit from a dedicated coach who understands your unique needs.

  • Access Expert Guidance: Get real-time access to the support you need from coaches with deep experience and expertise in the nonprofit and impact sector.

  • Get Personalized Support: Our coaching is tailored to your unique challenges and opportunities, helping you navigate the complexities of nonprofit leadership.

  • Transform Your Organization: Build long-term sustainability, resilience, and innovation. Strengthen your finances to increase impact, empowering your nonprofit to become more enterprising and responsive.

  • Achieve Results: Move away from band-aid solutions. Leverage expert nonprofit coaching and join the many organizations that have transformed their fundraising, operations, and impact.

Book the right session for your needs

Four session types are available to meet your organization's needs. If you're new to Thriving Non-Profits coaching, start with an introductory session to explore what's possible and determine if your coach is the right fit to help achieve your goals.

FREE Discovery Call

Explore your options with a complimentary discovery call, available with select coaches. Visit the booking page of your preferred coach to see if this option is offered.

60-Minute Introductory Session

For new coaching clients, this is the first step to explore opportunities and assess fit with your coach. Ideal for those seeking leadership guidance, strategic expertise, or support with revenue diversification.

60-Minute Coaching Session

Regular sessions for existing coaching clients to implement strategies, confirm action items, and advance goals. Perfect for current learners or those seeking ongoing guidance and leadership development.

Workshops and Strategy Sessions

Customized workshops and strategy sessions tailored to your needs. Whether engaging your Board on organizational culture or seeking help with strategic planning, these sessions are designed to support your organization’s growth.

Meet your Thriving Non-Profits coaches

Take your organization to the next level with the support of our seasoned coaches. With deep expertise in the nonprofit sector, they’re ready to guide you. Explore their profiles and book your first session today.

Alexia Riche

Alexia Riche is an accomplished nonprofit leader with a strong background in organizational leadership and social justice. Her work focuses on building strategic partnerships, advocating for sustainable funding, and fostering collaboration to enhance the impact of the community sector.

Anastasia Gaisenok

Anastasia Gaisenok is an established social impact leader with two decades of experience in the non-profit sector. She has been an Executive Director, a board member of a national organization, and co-chairing several provincial public interest coalitions.

Farah Nazarali

Farah has worked in the nonprofit sector for most of her life. Her expertise lies in breaking down big visions into small, practical goals, providing accountability and encouragement, and asking strategic questions that inspire new ways of thinking. Farah specializes in fundraising, events, conflict management, and Board engagement.

Janice Iverson

Janice has combined experience in community economic development, nonprofit leadership, and corporate social responsibility. She specializes in leading through change, scaling up, social enterprise development, corporate partnerships, collective impact, and raising capital.

Julia Grady

Julia is passionate about people, community building, placemaking and demonstrating the potential of social finance and social enterprise. She specializes in leading through crisis, strategic planning, leveraging grants for future assets, operationalizing change, and social finance.

Kurt Archer

Kurt has over twenty years of experience working in the nonprofit sector. He specializes in strategic planning, leading through crisis, innovation, social enterprise, fundraising strategies, and storytelling.

Leslie Dunning

Leslie has served in executive management and governance roles with not-for-profit organizations at the local, provincial, and national levels. She specializes in overall financial health, philanthropy, leading through crisis, strategic planning, volunteer management, and governance.

Lisa Caton

Lisa has over 25 years of senior non-profit leadership in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. She specializes in strategy and planning, measurement and evaluation, financial management, human resources, policy and impact.

Lisa Seel-Thompson

Lisa helps non-profits strengthen their resilience, explore enterprising approaches, and navigate organizational change. She is passionate about fostering innovation, guiding leaders through complex challenges, and helping organizations increase their impact.

Mary Wolske

Mary brings over twenty years of experience leading teams across Canada. Specializing in organizational strategy and leading through change, Mary excels at transforming high-level strategy into action, and positioning organizations for long-term success.

Michelle Black

Michelle specializes in strategic planning, communications strategies, diversity and inclusion, stakeholder relations, developmental evaluation and leadership development.

Pierre Wijdenes

Pierre specializes in business strategy, revenue diversification, capital raising, risk analysis, and decision support. He has helped organizations develop sustainable funding models and optimize operations for long-term impact.

Susan Climie

Susan has over 20 years of expertise in the nonprofit sector, including as an Executive Director, Development Director, and Board member. She specializes in fundraising strategies, governance, leadership alignment, operational planning, risk assessment, and program planning and development.

Yash Mehta

Yash believes that with passion, expertise, and unwavering dedication, we can shape a better world for all. He specializes in strategic planning, impact measurement, program design, scaling impact, and theory of change. Yash has deep experience with fee for service and assets.

The Thriving Non-Profits coaching experience

Hear how Thriving Non-Profits coaching is helping organizations to thrive.

Janine Fernandes-Hayden, Executive Director

The Circle Salt Spring Education Society

"The individual coaching was so powerful and helped to solidify and personalize that learning. Our coach is an incredible leader, so creative with a breadth of knowledge of the not-for-profit sector.”

Sarah Kooi, Senior Project Manager

Association of Canadian Studies

“Thanks to our fantastic coach for being so patient and supportive. They guided us through very difficult discussions, helping to make sense of the direction we are going.”

Participant

Fall 2023 cohort participant

"We love our coach! Her facilitation was strong enough to hold to time and a lot of content, and she was very inclusive with her engagement. We hope to learn much more from her throughout our journey."

Donna Desmet, Executive Director

North Island Employment Foundations

“Our Coach helped our team clarify our path forward and put aside limiting beliefs. We now have a strategy and tools to help guide us forward and are excited about our future pathway to sustainability.”

Essie Mehina

Board Member BCALM

"The coaching we received allowed us to leverage our assets in a meaningful way. The lessons that I learned will help continue to grow our impact and better serve our communities."

Making Changes Association

Spring 2024 cohort participant

"Being able to work through how specific theories and approaches specifically relate to our agency's circumstances has been invaluable. Thank you!!"

Claudia Fabbri, Past President

BCALM

"You truly represent the best of the best. You have such a deep understanding and wealth of knowledge of the not-for-profit sector. You guided our team with expertise, acumen, care, and passion."

Kelly Knights, COO

Victoria Hand Project

Working with our coach has been an exceptional experience. Her insights and dedication have been invaluable and, thanks to her guidance, our team feels significantly more prepared and competent."

Lori James, Executive Director

Making Changes Association

"The ability to work 1:1 with a coach to explore the specific considerations for our organization has helped to support our strategic direction, and guided us to the best next steps."

Shelan Markus, Executive Director

Level Justice

"I find it incredibly valuable to talk with our coach, who has extensive experience in the field of non-profit leadership. There's so much to learn from someone with a long career in the non-profit space."

Enhance your impact and unlock your nonprofit's full potential

Whether you're a nonprofit leader, staff, board member, new to Thriving Non-Profits, or a current participant, alumnus, or Community subscriber, you're in the right place! 

Thriving Non-Profits coaching provides the expertise and tools to develop effective fundraising strategies to create long-term financial sustainability and shift your organization's mindset from scarcity to abundance.

Current learners, alumni, and Community subscribers
  • Enjoy Exclusive Savings: Access your coaching at a 15% discount
  • Activate Your Revenue Diversification Plan: Get expert guidance to implement the strategies you developed in the Thriving Non-Profits program
  • Build Financial Sustainability: Strengthen your ability to diversify revenue streams and increase organizational resilience
  • Advance Your Learning Journey: Continue building on your Thriving Non-Profits experience with tailored coaching support
Other nonprofit leaders seeking expert guidance and support
  • Explore New Possibilities: Develop and implement revenue diversification strategies for long-term stability
  • Gain Expert Insights: Receive tailored advice and strategies from seasoned nonprofit leaders to address your specific challenges and opportunities
  • Enhance Your Leadership: Strengthen your leadership skills with personalized coaching designed to empower you
  • Cultivate a Strong Organizational Culture: Foster an innovative and collaborative environment within your team

GOT QUESTIONS?

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about coaching? Our FAQ section addresses a few of the key things you might need to know.

Thriving Non-Profits coaching provides personalized guidance and expert support to help nonprofit leaders, staff, and board members overcome challenges, develop effective strategies, and achieve their goals. It helps organizations build long-term financial sustainability, strengthen leadership, and increase their impact.

Our coaching services are ideal for nonprofit leaders, staff, and board members. Whether you’re new to our programs, a current participant, an alumnus, or a Community subscriber, our coaching is tailored to address your unique needs and objectives.

We offer four main session types:

FREE Discovery Call: Explore your options with a complimentary discovery call, available with select coaches.

Introductory Session: Designed for new clients to explore opportunities and determine the right fit with your coach.

Regular Coaching Sessions: For ongoing support to implement strategies, confirm action items, and advance your goals. Ideal for current learners and existing coaching clients.

Deeper Workshops and Strategy Sessions: Looking to engage your Board on organizational culture or need assistance with strategic planning? A customized, deeper engagement with one of our coaches is an excellent way to support your organization. Contact us at [email protected] to book a short call and explore how we can help meet your needs.

You can book a session directly through our website by visiting the coach's booking page, where you can select your preferred session type. If you're new to our services, we recommend starting with an introductory session to explore what's possible and determine the best fit.

Our coaches have diverse expertise in areas like strategic planning, fundraising, leadership, and program development. You can review each coach's profile on their bio page and select the one who best aligns with your needs. If you’re unsure, start with a free discovery call or introductory session to determine the right fit.

Yes, some coaches offer a complimentary discovery call to help you explore if their coaching style and expertise meet your needs. Check the booking page of your preferred coach to see if this option is available.

Yes, we offer a 15% discount on coaching services for current learners, program alumni, and Community subscribers. This is an excellent opportunity to continue your learning journey and receive personalized support in implementing the strategies covered in your Thriving Non-Profits program or Learning Lab course.

To apply your 15% discount, simply enter your discount code at checkout when booking a session. You can find your discount code in the Coaching section of the Community or within your course content.

Each session typically lasts 60 minutes, providing ample time to dive deep into your organization’s needs, challenges, goals, and next steps.

During your coaching sessions, you’ll receive personalized guidance tailored to your specific needs. We’ll work together to develop strategies, confirm action items, and move your organization forward. Whether you’re focusing on fundraising, leadership development, or organizational strategy, our coaches are here to support you every step of the way.

Our coaches provide expert guidance in key areas such as:

  • Implementing your Thriving Non-Profits Revenue Diversification Action Plan
  • Strategic Planning 
  • Impact Measurement
  • Impact Investing
  • Leadership Development
  • Fundraising and Development
  • Financial Management
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Board Governance
  • Capacity Building
  • Program Development and Evaluation

Whether you need support in one specific area or several, our coaches are equipped to help you achieve your goals and strengthen your organization.

Please note: Thriving Non-Profits coaching services are covered by our terms of service, including our refund policy, and our privacy policy.

We respectfully acknowledge that the offices of Scale Collaborative are located on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən-speaking peoples, now known as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples.