Founded in 2014, Scale Collaborative strives to create a thriving, connected and financially resilient social change sector. Scale provides learning programs, consulting, coaching and facilitation to assist non-profits, social enterprises and ecosystem actors to advance approaches that strengthen local communities and the social economy. Scale Collaborative supports a number of initiatives including Thrive Impact Fund, Business Legacies Initiative, Social Enterprise Catalyst, British Columbia Social Procurement Initiative, Thriving Non Profits and theDock – Centre for Social Impact.
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Looking for some inspirational learning to start 2025? Check out this Thriving Non-Profits workshop in partnership with Volunteer BC on January 8. A great way for nonprofits to learn about creating financial sustainability through revenue diversification.
We've partnered with Thriving Non-Profits to offer our first #webinar of the year on January 8th: Revenue Diversification – What's Possible? Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gNuts2hw
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Can a film and a conversation change the world? We think so after gathering Central Okanagan philanthropists, wealth managers, and nonprofit leaders for a special Cinema for Social Impact event this fall. In October, Purppl and Trellis.org rolled out the red carpet – literally – for this curated group to discuss how outdated views on nonprofit “overhead” stifle potential for massive impact. The goal: to change mindsets in order to change the culture of charitable giving in the region. Over a sumptuous meal, guests watched the documentary UnCharitable, along with a short film we created localizing the issues with interviews from local nonprofit leaders. Then, those same leaders led table discussions about these five key takeaways: Compensation: The societal belief that making money in the nonprofit sector is immoral drives talent away. Paying competitive wages attracts skilled professionals and strengthens organizations. Marketing and Advertising: Investing in marketing is not wasteful; it raises awareness and grows donations, ultimately benefiting the cause more. Risk and Innovation: Charities are discouraged from taking risks, which stifles innovation and limits their ability to grow and scale. Time Horizon: Unlike for-profit ventures, nonprofits are pressured to deliver immediate results. Long-term strategies could lead to much larger, sustainable impacts. Access to Capital: The inability to offer financial returns cuts nonprofits off from large investment pools, hampering their ability to scale ambitious projects. The event was a beautiful celebration of the critical role nonprofits play in our community and a call to rethink philanthropy for greater impact. Read the full event recap on our blog: https://hubs.la/Q02_TdQj0 Want to bring Cinema for Social Impact to your town? Let’s connect! #UnCharitableOkanagan #CinemaForSocialImpact #mythofoverhead #nonprofits #philanthropy
Important and welcome news for nonprofits amd charities across Canada. Thank you Imagine Canada and everyone who took part in the advoacy efforts that made this extension possible!
BREAKING NEWS: Government of Canada announces extension of 2024 charitable donations to February 28, 2025 After sustained advocacy from our sector, we are pleased that the government of Canada has announced a tax receipt extension to mitigate the impact of the four-week Canada Post strike on 2024 donations. Thank you to the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs, and the Honourable Élisabeth Brière, Minister of National Revenue for announcing this measure today. We are grateful to Cooperation Canada, the Health Charities Coalition of Canada and the organizations and individuals who have voiced their support for this measure alongside Imagine Canada. Read the government’s announcement here: https://buff.ly/4grdsYN
We’re thrilled to share that this article by Scale Co-Founder, Kristi Rivait (she/her) was one of CharityVillage’s top 20 most-read posts of 2024! Sharing valuable knowledge and resources through articles like this one is a key part of our Thriving Non-Profits program’s mission to empower nonprofits with the strategies and tools they need to thrive in today’s economy.
What can you do in your organization when the nonprofit sector is in crisis? Everyone plays a crucial role—whether you’re the Executive Director, a staff member, or a Board member. The goal is to find ways to ensure your organization has the financial resources needed to deliver on your mission, especially as needs are growing and becoming more complex into 2025. Check out this 2024 CharityVillage top 20 article by Kristi Rivait (she/her), Co-Founder and Director, Partnerships and Programs, Scale Collaborative, and Co-Founder of Thriving Non-Profits. ⬇️ https://okt.to/EJBDUM #article #blogs #leadership #charity #nonprofit #philanthropy #charities #nonprofits #notforprofit #blog #blogging #nonprofitwork #nonprofitlife #network #association #nonprofitorganization #community #foundation #workplace #finance #resources #fundraising #program
The team at Scale Collaborative is feeling incredibly thankful as this year comes to a close. We want to take a moment to share our impact in 2024 and express our gratitude for your ongoing support and collaboration. This year has seen many challenges, but also opportunities for the impact sector and for our world, yet we remain hopeful and grateful for the positive impact we've been able to create together. From all of us at Scale, wishing you and your loved ones a restful holiday season and a prosperous New Year!
Is your nonprofit considering social enterprise development to bring in new financial resources and support your mission? Learn about social enterprise as just one of nine revenue strategies nonprofits can attract or develop to create financial sustainability with our Thriving Non-Profits program. Applications for Spring 2025 cohorts are currently open with learning due to begin in February.
A social enterprise can be a powerful way for nonprofits to generate unrestricted revenue while supporting their mission and objectives. By blending business strategies with social impact, nonprofits can reinvest in their programs while creating social, environmental, and economic impact. The Thriving Non-Profits program teaches that successful social enterprises require clear objectives, financial planning, and alignment with organizational values. When embarking on social enterprise development, nonprofits need to consider factors like market demand, community needs, and operational capacity before starting, as well as whether to start a social enterprise from scratch or acquire an existing business. While starting fresh allows for innovation, acquisition can provide quicker results if the business aligns with the nonprofit's mission. Thoughtful planning and a strong understanding of these considerations are essential for creating sustainable social enterprises that deliver both financial and social impact. Learn how to explore social enterprise development for your #nonprofit and bring in more unrestricted revenue and support your mission and objectives. Apply now to join our Spring 2025 cohorts beginning early next year: https://lnkd.in/g_tjp5HG
So great to hear how Thrive Impact Fund is supporting nonprofits and social enterprises to create the impact they want to realize. Here, Lindsay Harris of Propolis Cooperative Housing Society talks about how a short-term bridge loan provided valuable financial capacity and how Thrive's walk-beside support and network supported their success.
We were thrilled to have you join our portfolio, Lindsay Harris and Propolis Cooperative Housing Society, and oddly, thrilled to have you go! Because, your exit (graduation?) from Thrive's portfolio means it worked! It means that your intention and actions are meeting a community need, that the short-term bridge provided time and space to raise community bonds, and that Thrive's network of investors, connections and support made a difference. And the success isn't the repayment of the loan (though that matters too), but that a group of Kamloops citizens were supported to help solve a massive challenge, and although there is still a long road ahead, affordable and community owned housing is coming into view. Thank you for sharing your experience and reflections with Thrive's Morgan Brannon. What a great way to close out 2024 :) Happy Holidays All. 🎄 Thank you to the partners, directors, investors, impact investment committee and entrepreneurs making change happen. 💛 Kristi Rivait (she/her) Andrew Greer Wendy Cooper Ian Johnson, CFA Eugene L. Elisabeth Geller Christian Hansen, CPA, CMA, CIM Emeline Le Guen Justin Sweeney Lars Boggild, CFA Johny Maung Brian Smith Alicia Dubois, B.Sc., J.D., ICD.D Trevor Tremblay Sue Manzuik Rebecca Hurwitz Darrin Lee Ashley Grewal Andrea Harris Zhila Alizadeh-Borji Michelle Bonner Kim Hardy Lauri Thompson Joel Solomon Leanne Hammond Randal Wong Megan Sinclair Gayle Gioiosa, CPA, CA Monika Anand Bradley Morris Kat Kavanagh Paige Whitehead Jeff Ward Laura Gair Zackery Hodgen Maurita Prato Justin Goodhew Miriam Esquitín Brianna Stewart
Looking for some inspiring holiday reading? Check out this free ebook based on the learning from our Thriving Non-Profits program. It contains five new approaches to traditional fundraising, along with examples, questions, and exercises designed to spark fresh ideas to support your nonprofit’s fundraising activities.
Have you grabbed your copy of our new ebook, “5 Fundraising Ideas You Might Not Know About (Yet!)”? This is an amazing free resource for nonprofits looking for new ways to introduce sustainable revenue. To thrive in today’s economic environment, #nonprofits need to adopt creative and innovative ways to raise money, and the ebook is packed with ideas to help you and your team create more sustainable revenue. Treat yourself, you deserve it - and it'll make for some great holiday reading! Go ahead and download your FREE copy now: https://lnkd.in/gY6nYbqF
Could Thrive Impact Fund help you scale your social venture? Thrive provides flexible, patient capital to help social enterprises grow their capacity and deepen their impact.
As we wrap up 2024, we’re reflecting on the impact of our collective efforts through Thrive Impact Fund, a BC-focused impact investment fund co-owned by Purppl and Scale Collaborative. This year, we invested $3M+ into 15 incredible social enterprises, driving meaningful change across BC. From FED Urban Agriculture reshaping urban food systems to Animikii Inc. advancing Indigenous innovation, Thrive investees are tackling big, gnarly challenges with bold ideas and deep love for people and the land, air and water that sustains us. In making these investments, we’re calling forward a future that cares for us all, including our children’s children and beyond. We also welcomed Boann Social Impact and Realize Capital Partners as new investors, further strengthening our shared mission to fund solutions that matter. Could Thrive Impact Fund help you scale your impact? Thrive provides flexible, patient capital to help social enterprises grow their capacity and deepen their impact. If you’re ready to build a just, regenerative future, we invite you to explore what’s possible together. 👉 Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02_Qlv40 #ThriveImpactFund #ImpactInvesting #SocialFinance
Are you, or someone you know, on a volunteer run board, or simply a board that needs access to amenities, space, and services? theDock - Centre for Social Impact, our impact coworking space in downtown Victoria, BC, has recently launched a new "Better Board Bundle", designed to support the needs of Volunteer-run nonprofit boards!
At theDock, we are constantly seeking to create new, accessible opportunities and resources for nonprofits and social entrepreneurs to thrive. Our latest offering, the Better Board Bundle is designed to support the needs of Volunteer-run nonprofit boards. Are you, or someone you know, on a volunteer run board, or simply a board that needs the Better Board Bundle? Well, we've put together a special offer that provides affordable solutions to the problems a board might run into, and all for just $100 per month, including: ✅ $100 worth of monthly meeting room or event space credits ✅ A mailing address and box, valued at $40/month ✅ Community membership, valued at $20/month ✅ And a bunch of other perks to support your board’s needs. Visit our website to learn more and get signed up! https://lnkd.in/gDySCxnP