Think a partnership or merger is the last resort? Think again.

Facing unprecedented challenges, organizations need to be aware of the full spectrum of resilient options, what we call the partnership continuum, where "form follows function."

When crisis strikes, existing organizational weaknesses are magnified, often leaving leaders overwhelmed and struggling to address fundamental problems. 

At Tangelo Tree, we specialize in stepping into these high-stakes situations to establish deep trust, verbalize difficult truths, and push for "imperfect but actionable" decisions.

I've seen how grief quietly shapes decisions in nonprofit leadership during crisis. It's a powerful, often unacknowledged force. In my latest blog post, I share how grief shows up in our practice and offer practical tips on how we can work with it, rather than push it aside. Discover how embracing this emotional journey can lead to stronger, more resilient leadership.

Totally new business model? Potential merger? Spin off a program to another entity? All of the above? Put it all on the table, without judgement, and powerful new possibilities can emerge.

Big challenges demand all of us, working in concert, whether informally or through formal partnership.

Here's what I'm seeing across the Tangelo Tree Consulting portfolio…

Let’s delve into the details of what a spinoff would look like for your organization at an operational level.

It’s worth giving consideration to the spinoff strategy, as a way to stay true to deep-seated values that may be at odds with the current political climate.

Welcome back to the final installment in our three-part series on connecting Organizational Strategy, Financial Strategy, and Multi-Year Financial Projections.

“When we experience mixed emotional reactions to things, it makes us more open to advice.”

We’re excited to welcome Rumbi Mufuka, PhD and Robin Neidorf to Tangelo Tree Consulting.

Reconsidering your organization’s income mix to meet this moment will be vital. You may be able to identify the optimal reconsidering of your income mix, especially if you are facing a loss of funding under the current administration.

We heard from multiple folks representing funders that they believe that nonprofits are in a “wait and see” mode; while at the same time, we’re hearing from nonprofits that they are already trying to resolve issues that have risen from the new administration

If your organization isn’t bringing financial analysis into your strategy conversations, you may be missing out on a big opportunity—and you wouldn’t be alone.

“Plans are great…until the federal government decides your organization shouldn’t exist.”

In 2025, we’re recommitting to our belief that when nonprofits have the tools and resources they need to succeed, our communities are more connected, more vibrant, and more just.

One bold decision that your organization might explore is where there might be room for closer collaboration and solidarity within strategic partnerships.

Our only choice is to meet this challenging moment with clarity, focus, and determination.

We are excited to welcome Adelaide Rohrssen and Noah Brooks to our Core Team at Tangelo Tree.

We’re excited to announce our new name, Tangelo Tree Consulting.