Move your organization towards sustainability, clarity, energy and justice.
Our nonprofit consulting firm leads strategic planning and governance processes that celebrate and amplify diverse voices and perspectives.
We are experts in Inclusive Nonprofit Strategic Planning, Equitable Board Governance, Leadership Training, and more.
The Ross Collective offers Inclusive Nonprofit Strategic Planning, Equitable Board Development, leadership training and retreat facilitation in the San Francisco Bay Area, California and around the United States.
Inclusive Strategic Planning
Collaboratively create a vision for your organization, leading to investment, energy, and new funding opportunities.
Equitable Board Governance
Through learning and visioning your board will create clear roles and next steps — including stronger board recruitment and fundraising.
Leadership Training
Nonprofit leadership training and facilitation that inspires staff and board members to bring new tools and approaches back to your organization.
Board Equity Training
Moves your board from discouraged to energized, able to engage in difficult conversations and retain diverse members.
What our nonprofit strategic planning clients are saying
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“Renee’s process moved our board’s work forward significantly.”
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“Renee kept the group moving through tough discussions.”
Johanna Vondeling
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“A fresh and innovative approach.”
Solomon Belette
Director, Fundraising Academy
Meet Renee
Strategic planning and board development consultant
Dr. Renee Rubin Ross is an expert in inclusive nonprofit strategic planning and equitable board governance. As founder of The Ross Collective and author of Inclusive Strategic Planning for Nonprofits, she helps nonprofit, foundation and government leaders bring diverse perspectives into decision-making, build alignment and translate strategy into action.
Learn more about Renee and The Ross Collective team.
Our Clients Include:
