Blue Hill Strategies

🔍 Wondering how to build a stronger fundraising culture with your board? Start by taking a closer look together.
A simple assessment can reveal gaps, spark honest conversations, and lay the groundwork for a more engaged, confident board.

✨ Read more about how (and why) to assess your fundraising culture in our latest blog post-- And download a free, fully editable Fundraising Culture Assessment tool!

Starting soon! A free mini webinar (15-20 minutes) with Waller Consulting's Nonprofit Leadership Lounge. I'm talking mastering the priority matrix and how to incorporate it in your day-to-day. I've got a couple free downloads too. Join us!

https://www.capacitytodream.com/event-details/plot-prioritize-perform-mastering-the-action-priority-matrix-with-alyson-culi

Plot, Prioritize, Perform: Mastering the Action Priority Matrix with Alyson Culin | Waller Consulting This website is for informational purposes only and does not provide legal advice. Please do not act or refrain from acting based on anything you read on this site. Using this site or communicating with Genevieve N. Waller through this site does not form an attorney/client relationship. This site is...

🔍 Policy vs. Process vs. Procedure — What’s the difference, and why does it matter for your nonprofit?

If your systems feel unclear or inconsistent, this could be why. Understanding these three layers is key to strong governance and smooth operations. The Board is responsible for policy, and staff is responsible for process and procedure.

📄 Policy = what we value and allow
🔁 Process = how we move things forward
✅ Procedure = how we get it done

Read the full breakdown on the blog! bluehillstrategies.com/resources >
"Policy vs. Process vs. Procedure"

✨🎤 Welcome to the Nonprofit Leadership Lounge 🎤✨
Where the coffee’s hot, the advice is hotter, and we spill the nonprofit tea! ☕🔥

We’re bringing you 15-minute bite-sized brilliance from some of the baddest bosses in the biz:
💙 Alyson Culin of
💼 Colleen Bozard of consulting
💡 Mary Dell Hayes of
🌟 And our very own Ginny Waller of Waller Consulting

Whether you’re running the show or just trying to survive your next board meeting, this is your new favorite power-up. 🎧💪

👉 Grab your seat at www.capacitytodream.com and get ready to lead like a legend.

👀 Not for the Executive Committee!
Some decisions are too important to be handled by a small group.

These six responsibilities belong to the full board — no exceptions:
✔️ Amending bylaws
✔️ Electing or removing board members
✔️ Hiring or firing the Executive Director
✔️ Approving or changing the budget
✔️ Making major structural decisions
✔️ Defining the Executive Committee’s own powers

Is your board clear on what must stay at the board table? Read more on the blog.
🔗 https://www.bluehillstrategies.com/resources/2025/4/21/should-you-kick-your-executive-committee-to-the-curb

✨ Tired of board meetings that drag on and on? A consent agenda might be your secret weapon. It helps streamline meetings by bundling routine items into a single vote—so your board can focus on what really matters.

✅ Faster meetings
✅ More time for strategy
✅ Clearer priorities

Pro tip: Always send materials in advance, and always let members pull items for discussion if needed.

Want to see how it works? Download a sample consent agenda at the link in bio or DM us!
https://www.bluehillstrategies.com/resources/2025/4/16/what-is-a-consent-agendaand-should-your-board-use-one

Blue Hill Strategies can help you present print and digital materials that are professional, accurate, and consistent with your brand.

Editing & Writing — Blue Hill Strategies Present a polished and professional image so you can build respect, trust, and connections with your stakeholders.

Blue Hill Strategies can help you analyze your opportunities and determine your marketing strategy. You can feel confident in a tailored approach for your nonprofit.

Marketing & Communications — Blue Hill Strategies Don’t waste your time on the newest social media fad, but do make sure you’re not missing your best marketing opportunities.

Blue Hill Strategies can help you make special events easier on you, smoother for your guests, and -- most importantly -- more lucrative for your nonprofit.

Event Planning — Blue Hill Strategies Prepare for your big event to go off without a hitch — all while maximizing your revenue.

Blue Hill Strategies can help you discover your goals and make them happen — all with an eye toward effective governance, proper compliance, and strategic direction.

Strategic Planning & Organizational Development — Blue Hill Strategies Identify goals and plan objectives to achieve your mission while ensuring effective governance and proper compliance.

Blue Hill Strategies can help with any or all parts of end-to-end grant management, from researching opportunities and writing proposals to managing reports and ensuring compliance.

Grant Writing & Management — Blue Hill Strategies Just say no to grant-chasing mission drift! Get the grant funding you need to meet your goals and accomplish your mission.