Community Funding Target United Way of the Lakeshore for donor engagement and corporate sponsorships. With revenue in the mid-range and a broad program portfolio across Muskegon, Newaygo, and Oceana Counties, there are opportunities to expand employer giving campaigns and aligned cause marketing with local businesses.

Grant & Grants Leverage government and rapid-response grant programs the organization has launched, such as rolling mini-grants, to position complementary funding solutions for partner nonprofits. Propose bundled grant-writing support and grant analytics services to maximize impact and funding velocity.

Tech & Efficiency The existing tech stack (AWS, Drupal, Squarespace, Microsoft 365, Asana) indicates readiness for digital fundraising, CRM integration, and program management. Offer cloud-based donor relationship management, data analytics, and automation to streamline campaigns, reporting, and volunteer coordination.

Community Partnerships Strong collaboration with regional entities (Muskegon Community College, Michigan’s Adventure, 211 office, MLPP) creates a gateway for joint programs, scholarships, and volunteer mobilization. Propose co-branded campaigns, volunteer platforms, and capacity-building services for regional nonprofits.

Volunteer & Education Focus Given emphasis on education and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, there is a clear opportunity to offer targeted literacy programs, data-tracking dashboards, and scalable volunteer tutor initiatives. Present solutions that scale with local programs to improve outcomes and reporting for funders.