The not-for-profit (NPO) sector, sometimes referred to as the third or philanthropic sector is the fastest growing of the three economic sectors (government, business and not-for-profit).
Over the past eighteen months NPOs have been hard hit by the decline in the economy. Giving has declined. The NPO sector can expect a 12 to 18 month delay behind the retail economy recovery before their giving levels return. The current economic challenges facing foundations and NPOs encourage “thinking outside the box.” In today’s environment, adding technology, segmenting or customizing an appeal can make the difference between succeeding and not.
Why Gardner?
Paul and Walt are committed to helping NPOs adapt their strategies and build the capacity of their board and staff to attain transformational results. Both enjoy their role of counseling their clients to enhance higher education programs and facilities, improve healthcare and research, grow literacy rates, provide youth-in-crises with programs and services, offer better facilities and programs for youth centers, supply food and shelter to the economically challenged and homeless.