EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1.0
The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC), on behalf of the TransFormation Alliance (TFA), sought proposals from firms experienced in strategic planning and fundraising for non-profit development and sustainability, to support TFA in becoming an effective, productive and sustainable collaborative. Hummingbird Firm was chosen to develop a comprehensive and customized strategic framework that will serve as the new foundation for TFA’s sustained growth by laying out a roadmap for growth and continuing their mission. In order to become a sustainable collaborative TFA will need to increase and diversify funding by building capacity for operations, supporting existing nonprofit partners, and partnering with community members through grassroots grantmaking. This plan will specifically move the collaborative from data collection and program development into the execution of projects and/or systems change and influence strategies. At Hummingbird Firm, we are very thoughtful in how we frame facilitated meetings and strive for the experience to be energizing, not exhausting. Strategically planned breaks allow participants to sufficiently process information and check-in with their offices so that they can be fully engaged during the meeting. Wellness breaks which can include guided stretching and meditation allow for the last push of attention needed when you get to the afternoon portion of an all-day strategic planning session. This human-centered approach results in a productive meeting and a happy participant. We were able to create inspiring environments that encouraged TFA participants to share their ideas, thoughts, and opinions. The results of those highly involved facilitated discussions can be found below.
1. Mobility in our neighborhoods
2. Healthy living
3. Thriving artists, arts, and creative entreprenuers
4. Housing & Innovative Capital healthy safe affordable housing
5. Climate resilient quality of life
6. Jobs for economic advancement
7. Racial Equity
Strategic Priorities
1. Grow the
2. Be Bold, Audacious, and Disruptive
3. Engage our Community
4. Champion Equity
TransFormation Alliance
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TRANSFORMATION ALLIANCE STRATEGIC ARTICULATION MAP & FUND DEVELOPMENT PLAN REPORT
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