TESTIMONIALS from nonprofit leaders who have used Pathways' services...

ORGANIZATION ASSESSMENT: 

"Nonprofit Pathways came into our organization in the middle of a sudden and serious financial crisis.  We were able to stay focused on the process we had undertaken while honoring our difficulties -- quite a feat!  You succeeded in not only painting a picture of where we are and possible priorities, but also motivating our board to work on the priorities.  We could not have had a more positive experience -- and one that has potential to actually move us forward.  Now it is up to us, but we have the tools and desire to GO!"

 From other groups that have completed the confidential Organization Assessment process:

• “We’re no longer in reactive mode.”
• “Assessment showed us what we’re good at, what we’re not so good at.   It got everyone on the same page.”
• “We are beyond pleased with the process.  It was right on target for what we needed.  The Assessment helped us focus.”

BOARD BEST PRACTICES TRAINING:

• "This was an important overview of the process for a nonprofit Board."
• "Great and informative. Just what we need as a Board!"
• "Very warm and effective.  Good mix of information, sharing and stories.  Much needed."
• "Excellent - a great overview of many aspects we had not thought about before."

• "You guys have great programs, western North Carolina is fortunate to have Nonprofit Pathways."  Attendee at 2008 Nonprofit Leadership Forum
• "I wish I had known these resources were available earlier!"  Attendee at Nonprofit Management 101 in Sept. 2008
  

• “This grant was the initial center of the wheel that got this nonprofit on a roll.”
• “We have achieved 5-star ratings in our infant care, preschool, afterschool, and summer camp programs as a result of planning and goal-setting from our OD grant.”
• “Because the grant came early in our project, it gave us leverage in applying to other agencies and individuals for grants and support. Having this support behind us not only gave us the confidence to move forward, it gave others the confidence to support us as well.”
• “We make sure that each program achieves their number goals, but also that they are ‘making a difference’ – the impact.”

What BENEFITS can be gained by accessing learning opportunities and support through WNC Nonprofit Pathways?

• Nonprofit staff and board leaders gain a better understanding of best practices in organization management and governance.
• Nonprofit leaders are helped to strengthen organization operations.
• Organizations receive assistance in identifying, prioritizing, and addressing key organizational issues.
• Organizations are helped to chart a course for the future by making and implementing sound plans.
• Organizations are linked with knowledgeable outside consultants for guidance.
• Organizations have access to training that provides the latest information on such key nonprofit topics as financial management, fund development, executive skills, and technology.
• Executive staff and board leaders have a forum to convene, communicate, and exchange ideas.

RESPONSE to WNC Nonprofit Pathways offerings has been tremendous, with 1,873 enrollments from Fall 2005 through November 2008, including:

• Duke Nonprofit Mgt. Programs in WNC - 926 enrollments
• Nonprofit Fundamentals courses - 286 enrollments, with representatives of 94 different organizations
• Group trainings - 661 enrollments (includes annual Nonprofit Leadership Forum, Compliance Update and other periodic trainings)