Strategy Expert guidance, hands-on support. Too often, nonprofit strategy consultants leave you with plans that look good on paper but fall short in practice. At Orr Group, we specialize in both the design and implementation of actionable strategies. In fact, over 50% of our clients choose to extend our partnership to bring their plans to life. We align leadership, clarify goals, and deliver strategies that are as practical and achievable as they are aspirational and transformational—always tailored to your mission and built for long-term impact.
“ Working with Orr Group allowed us the opportunity to not only layout the strategy for our major gifts work, but to also test that strategy. And that's not necessarily always the case when you bring in external resources to support organizations. Often, they build the strategy but are gone before we've implemented it. That was the great thing about working with Orr Group. We were able to test, formatively evaluate, and refine the strategy to be successful.” “Working with Orr Group allowed us the opportunity to not only layout the strategy for our major gifts work, but to also test that strategy. And that's not necessarily always the case when you bring in external resources to support organizations. Often, they build the strategy but are gone before we've implemented it. That was the great thing about working with Orr Group. We were able to test, formatively evaluate, and refine the strategy to be successful.” Ruch C. Browne, SD, President & Chief Executive Officer, Ronald McDonald House New York
“ Partnering with Orr Group gave us a dedicated team to assess, research, and uncover hidden opportunities within NCTE—laying the groundwork for sustainable, strategic fundraising. Their expertise has provided us with a deep bench of fundraisers, strategists, and professionals who’ve functioned as an extension of our development team and equipped us to move forward with confidence.” “Partnering with Orr Group gave us a dedicated team to assess, research, and uncover hidden opportunities within NCTE—laying the groundwork for sustainable, strategic fundraising. Their expertise has provided us with a deep bench of fundraisers, strategists, and professionals who’ve functioned as an extension of our development team and equipped us to move forward with confidence.” Emily Kirkpatrick, Executive Director, National Council of Teachers of English
Strategy Services for Nonprofits Smart Strategy Starts with the Right Questions. Effective fundraising and organizational strategies aren’t just about vision—they’re about alignment, clarity, and execution. That’s why our work starts by asking the questions that matter: What sets your plan apart—and is it positioned to stand out? Can your team fully align behind the strategy and drive it forward? Do your internal resources support your goals—or do they need to evolve? We use these insights to build practical, tailored strategies that reflect your mission and are ready to implement from day one.
NCASA sought to develop a strategic plan that would guide fundraising efforts from 2023 – 2030, with a focus on scaling its programs and aligning its network for enhanced impact. Orr Group crafted a comprehensive strategic plan that involved close collaboration with staff and board leadership. We first identified key strategic goals and focus areas, and then led an extensive vetting process to gather feedback from key stakeholders that resulted in the development of a plan that reflected the needs of NCASA’s entire network. The strategic plan set a clear direction for organizational growth, scaling programs nationwide, and enhancing outcomes for children and families.
Root Capital To help Root Capital grow annual revenue from $15M to $25M in 5 years, Orr Group conducted a development assessment to identify the organization’s strengths, challenges, and opportunities for success. The final plan provided actionable recommendations for Root Capital to strengthen and tailor its case for support to appeal to a diversity of donors, recruit and activate engaged leaders in fundraising efforts, and secure additional staff capacity and resources to support a robust operation. This strategy ensured Root Capital had the tools it needed to achieve its $25M revenue goal.
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