Navigate Change.
Access Real-Time Expertise.
Gain expert guidance and timely support to face change with confidence and drive impact effectively.
Lead change and solve challenges quickly and effectively, with expert support.
- Gain Fast, Actionable Insights
- Tap into Effective Expertise
- Maximize Impact & Build Resilience
Check out these service areas for trusted support tailored to your organization's needs.
Fundraising
Engage new donors and keep existing ones engaged to meet today’s challenges and keep vital support.
Finance
Plan your budget to make smart choices as things change.
Earned Revenue
Adapt and grow your revenue streams to fuel your work in shifting conditions.
Scenario Planning
Anticipate disruptions and build flexible plans.
Strategic Communications
Sharpen your messaging to maintain trust and relevance in uncertain times.
Legal Consultation
Understand legal risks and vulnerabilities and discuss how to protect your work and mission.
Leadership Coaching
Get the guidance you need to lead with confidence in tough or changing times.
Policy Analysis
Keep up with changing policies so your programs can adapt and stay on track.
Talent Management
Support your staff while adapting to changing conditions.
Other
Facing something different? Let’s figure it out together.
Connecting leaders with the tools to adapt, lead, and thrive.
Catalyst Exchange (formerly Catalyst:Ed) is a national nonprofit that helps mission-driven organizations across education, public, and social sectors build capacity and deepen their impact by connecting them to the expertise, tools, and hands-on support they need to drive transformational outcomes for the communities they serve.
Oak Foundation has partnered with Catalyst to create the Resilience Hub as a resource to help their grantees – access rapid, responsive support for their immediate organizational priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
ABOUT RESILIENCE HUB
There is no specific deadline to sign up for office hours. It’s on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to sign up as soon as you identify a need in order to access the benefits of the service.
We are currently prioritizing support in the following areas:
- Earned Revenue
- Fundraising
- Leadership Coaching
- Legal Consultation
- Policy Analysis
- Scenario Planning
- Strategic Communications
- Talent Management
If you have another need, we encourage you to reach out, because we may still be able to help!
No, there is no cost for the office hours. They are fully funded by the Oak Foundation, so you can take advantage of this opportunity at no charge.
If your needs extend beyond what can be addressed during office hours, the capacity advisor will assess the scope of your project. If it’s a larger project, they will determine whether it can be supported through our Tier 2 resources. Tier 2 support includes a select group of providers who are available to assist grantees with short-term (2-4 week) projects.
ABOUT CATALYST
Catalyst collaborates with a wide range of organizations that are dedicated to improving outcomes and fostering economic mobility for children, youth, and families. Organizations include nonprofits, schools, districts, charter schools, community organizations, and foundations.
The Catalyst Network is a diverse coalition of expert consultants, coaches, and technical assistance providers with deep expertise and experience working with and supporting nonprofits. Providers range from national and regional organizations (incl. nonprofits that offer technical assistance services, consulting firms, and research organizations) to independent consultants. All network members have gone through a rigorous three-step vetting process (applications, interviews, references).
All providers go through a three-stage vetting process that includes an application and portfolio review, an interview, and three reference checks before they are added to the network. We evaluate relevant experience and expertise and look for demonstrated commitment to improving outcomes. The process also helps us gather the information we need to make more informed matches.
Meeting our customers’ expectations is core to our mission. You will have the opportunity to share feedback while working with the provider. You can also reach out to Rohini Mckee (via email) at any point, and she will work with you to ensure a successful outcome.