Looking for capcity building support?

What is capacity building? We often get asked this question. Capacity building helps strengthen your organization in a variety of areas based on what you need. Our Capacity Building offerings include workshops, peer learning cohorts, and one-on-one coaching in the following areas:

Board development and governance

Data & evaluation

Fiscal accounting systems

Human resources

Leadership development and management coaching

Marketing, communications, and branding

Organizational needs assessment

Organizational development and strategic planning

Strategic Planning

IT (Information Technology)

Capacity Building engagements begin with listening, not prescribing. Through intake assessments and discovery meetings, we work to understand the unique context, values, and goals of each organization, and we co-develop capacity-building plans that are affirming and tailored. Whether we are working with a grassroots group or a more established organization, we meet partners where they are and move at a pace that honors their time, knowledge, and internal capacity.
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If you’re unsure of how Capacity Building assistance can help you, here are some concrete examples of Capacity Building assistance CPIN has recently provided for other organizations:

Review internal financial policies and procedures

Write financial process and procedures guide

Review and address corrective action requirements

Assist with implementation and staff training for new procedures

Strategic planning retreat support

Conversion from current accounting software to Quickbooks

Set up a file system for grant documentation

Review employee handbook and provide feedback on existing policies

Update written and video content for website

Update marketing plan for social media channels including What’sApp

Collaborative Partners Initiative (CPIN) is a mission-driven, community-rooted, woman and veteran-owned small business in Tacoma, Washington that specializes in providing culturally inclusive consulting services.