Nonprofits

ALPS Foundation Services knows that running a nonprofit can be chaotic.

In addition to meeting the demands of day-to-day operations and management, members of boards and staffs must also plan strategically for the future of their nonprofit organizations.

ALPS Foundation Services is here to help.  Whether your nonprofit requires services at the 30,000 foot level --to improve organizational capacity and strategic development -- or on the ground with every aspect of day-to-day operations, ALPS Foundation servicves hs the expertise and the experience you need.

Our strategic advantages:

  • Flexibility- Our flexibility allows us to tailor our services to the unique needs of each nonprofit organization.
  • Expertise- At ALPS Foundation Services, we take the time to study and understand current trends practiced by nonprofits across the United States.  We have established expertise through work with nonprofits nationwide and in publications and presentations on topics of interest to nonprofit organizations.
  • Commitment- ALPS Foundation Services believes in the public benefit of nonprofit organizations, and considers it a privilege to work in the nonprofit sector.
 

Testimonials

Jeffrey Alderman, Executive Director, Kansas Bar Association and Kansas Bar Foundation

June 28, 2010

ALPS Foundation Services was instrumental in helping our Bar Association and Foundation achieve our fundraising goals...

 

Elizabeth M. Lynch, Executive Director, Massachusetts Bar Foundation

June 28, 2010

Chris Newbold of ALPS Foundation Services actively worked with our staff, board, and constituents with a competence and effectiveness that helped ensure we were able to develop a plan ...to meet our mission over the long term...

 

Don MacIntyre, President, Montana Justice Foundation

June 28, 2010

MJF is light years ahead in our mission because of the wisdom of our board to take the path less traveled and partner with ALPS Foundation Services...

 

Laura Millin, Executive Director, The Missoula Art Museum (MAM)

June 28, 2010

MAM is entirely satisfied with the many managerial services it receives from ALPS...

 

George Kochman, Executive Director, WorkSafeMT

June 28, 2010

ALPS Foundation Services' skilled facilitation and training allowed our diverse group to come to a common vision for WorkSafeMT...

 

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Current News

Montana Nonprofit Director Survey Summary

July 12, 2010

ALPS Foundation Services has preliminarily analyzed the survey conducted in April on the current state of nonprofit executive directors in Montana. The research generated many interesting results. Take a look at our preliminary findings here.

We are now in the process of conducting further investigations by thoroughly interviewing executive directors. If you are interested in having a more integral part in the research, click here.

ALPS Foundation Services Team
 

Montana Nonprofit Director Survey Update

April 27, 2010

The Montana Nonprofit Director Survey has closed and is now being analyzed. Thank you to all who provided your critical feedback. Check back at the end of June to see the results!

ALPS Foundation Services Team
 

Montana Nonprofit Director Survey

April 12, 2010

ALPS Foundation Services and UM Communication students are conducting a first-of-its kind survey of Montana Nonprofit Directors in the areas of governance, support, communication, employee satisfaction, and resources. The final report will highlight common problems face by nonprofits in rural and urban Montana, enabling nonprofits to build their organizational plan with real knowledge of issues faced by member organizations on a day-to-day basis. Click through for a link to the survey and further information.

ALPS Foundation Services Team
 

NCBF-ALPS Foundation Services Award

March 31, 2010

The NCBF-ALPS Foundation Services Award for Innovations in Fundraising has been established to honor excellence in state and local bar foundation fundraising. Click through to find out more.

ALPS Foundation Services Team
 

The Complete Guide to Bar Foundations

January 19, 2010

ALPS Foundation Services wrote the authoritative resource manual for bar foundation leaders nationwide:"The Complete Guide to Bar Foundations," written by ALPS Vice President and Foundation Services consultant Chris Newbold. Click through to find out more.

ALPS Foundation Services Team
 

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