Strategic Partnerships & Exploring Mergers (29 Apr 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Strategic Partnerships

& Exploring Mergers

Strategic Continuity and the Legacy of Leadership

Presented by Curtis Strategy for the Martha’s Vineyard Nonprofit Collaborative

Wednesday, April 29 | 9:00 AM–11:00 PM | Virtual (Zoom)

MVNC is pleased to offer this two hour training designed to help nonprofit leaders build high-impact strategic partnerships and mergers while preserving mission integrity.

Session Overview: In an era defined by market consolidation and the power of strategic alliances, knowing how to effectively forge and manage these relationships while maintaining mission integrity is a critical key to success. This workshop breaks down the process, providing clear education and actionable insights into the three core phases of strategic partnership development: Sourcing, Architecting, and Integrating. With a focus on practical application through real-world case studies and proven frameworks, you'll engage directly with an expert who has personally led organizations through mergers and expertly facilitated numerous successful projects, showing you precisely how to:

● Source potential partners: Proactively identify, discover, evaluate, and connect with ideal partners aligned with your strategic vision, and manage the risks that come with size differences, reputational challenges, and complex challenges.

● Architect the deal: Facilitating and structuring the entire deal process, including drafting Letters of Intent, conducting thorough due diligence (including assessing funding threats), developing robust communication plans, mastering negotiation techniques, and navigating other vital steps.

● Integrate the organizations: Preparing for critical pre-closing activities and effectively bringing two organizations together to ensure the ability to manage at a larger scale, leverage synergies, preserve mission integrity, and effectively bring cultures together.
Leave this workshop prepared to initiate, manage, and integrate strategic partnerships that drive significant value for your organization. Transform your approach to strategic collaboration and confidently navigate the path to successful, value-driven partnerships.

Presenter: Founded in 2008, Curtis Strategy works collaboratively with organizations to align the right resources, design innovative strategies, and develop customized plans that support long-term growth and sustainability. Their expertise includes strategic planning, organizational design, succession planning, board governance, and merger and affiliation (M&A) strategy.

Join the Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6585316212?omn=89114092527

Meeting ID: 658 531 6212

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+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)

MV Fundraising Peer Group (12 May 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

MV Fundraising Peer Group

with

Barbara Bellissimo of Bellissimo Consulting

Tuesday May 12, 9-10:30am

Martha's Vineyard Playhouse, Vineyard Haven

Join us for a candid, facilitated discussion with your fundraising colleagues. The floor will be open to discuss fundraising trends, concerns, success stories, or any topic that is relevant and helpful to the group. You’ll come away feeling heard and supported, and with some ideas that you can put into practice right now to set yourself up for success this year.

This event is open to all nonprofit staff who participate in fundraising and development (including Executive Directors and other organizational leadership!).

This session will be led by Barbara Bellissimo of Bellissimo Consulting, one of our MVSSO providers! Please RSVP as space is limited.

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