Karen Brennan, Author at The Strategy Group LLC

Resetting Your Organizational Values: A Strategic Must for Nonprofits in 2026

Nonprofit leaders today are navigating extraordinary complexity: workforce shortages, shifting community expectations, funding volatility, and the relentless pace of change. In this environment, one truth has become undeniable:

Organizational values are not a “nice-to-have.” They are a strategic imperative.

Your values shape how decisions get made, how teams collaborate, how conflict is handled, and how effectively your organization delivers on its mission. When values are unclear or […]

Karen Brennan2025-12-11T20:16:44+00:00December 11, 2025|

Senior Director of Philanthrophy | Person to Person

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Person to Person (P2P) seeks a Senior Director of Philanthropy – an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, dynamic, and talented individual with experience in the field of philanthropy. Reporting directly to the Chief Philanthropy & Strategy Officer, and with the potential for internal promotion within 18-24 months, the Senior Director of Philanthropy provides high-level, strategic […]

Karen Brennan2026-02-13T13:37:05+00:00November 16, 2025|

Job Opportunities | Horizons at NCCS

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Horizons at New Canaan Country School (NCCS) was founded in 1964 and is the flagship program for what has become a national movement. There are now over 70 Horizons programs across the United States and counting. Each year we serve close to 400 underserved students in Kindergarten through 12th grade, […]

Karen Brennan2026-02-13T13:39:19+00:00November 13, 2025|

Five Ways to Work With Nonprofit Consultants

If your nonprofit organization has ever considered looking for some help with any aspect of your operations, planning, or leadership, it’s crucial that you weigh all your options before getting started. Knowing exactly what you need from a nonprofit consultant prior to engaging them will go a long way to save time and resources in the long-run. Here are FIVE ways your organization might work with a nonprofit consultant.

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Karen Brennan2025-11-03T18:11:26+00:00November 3, 2025|

Job Opportunities | Kids Helping Kids

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Thanks to a generous gift from a longtime supporter, Kids Helping Kids is excited to expand its team—and their impact. They are currently looking to hire two new team members to help the organization grow their reach and continue empowering youth to support one another. If you or someone in your network is passionate about making […]

Karen Brennan2026-01-22T14:06:03+00:00November 1, 2025|

Vice President of Programs | Catalyst CT

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Catalyst CT is looking for a bold, strategic Vice President of Programs to drive impact across its mission-driven initiatives. As a big-picture thinker with operational savvy, the Vice President of Programs will ensure Catalyst CT’s programs deliver real results for youth, families, and communities. Catalyst CT, formerly RYASAP, is a nonprofit organization based in Bridgeport, […]

Karen Brennan2025-12-12T14:10:18+00:00October 27, 2025|

Advocacy Manager | Equity Advocates

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Equity Advocates is growing and seeking a full-time Advocacy Manager to lead policy campaigns and grassroots efforts that drive city- and state-level change in New York. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role will build coalitions, design strategic campaigns, and strengthen the collective voice of food justice leaders working to dismantle food inequity through policy […]

Karen Brennan2025-11-17T14:56:20+00:00September 27, 2025|

How to Create a Scenario Plan for Your Nonprofit

These days, the only thing we can really count on is change. For nonprofits, that kind of uncertainty can be tough—but scenario planning is a great way to stay ahead of it. Instead of betting on one version of the future, it helps you think through a few different possibilities and come up with strategies for each. That way, your organization can respond quickly, reduce risks, and stay on track […]

Karen Brennan2025-09-24T14:15:59+00:00September 24, 2025|

Executive Director | At Home In Greenwich

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At Home In Greenwich (AHIG) seeks a passionate and inspirational Executive Director to lead a strong and vibrant community of Greenwich adults aging in place. This is a unique opportunity to build on AHIG’s accomplishments and expand its membership, infrastructure, partnerships, and commitment to supporting a diverse community of older adults. AHIG helps members live […]

Karen Brennan2025-10-15T15:22:15+00:00September 23, 2025|

Office Manager | St. Luke’s Parish

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Saint Luke’s Parish is a large, vibrant Episcopal Church, located in Darien, Connecticut. Founded in 1855, it has grown to be one of the largest Episcopal churches in New England, with more than 400 pledging families. Saint Luke’s is known for its ministry with children and youth, outreach, music, adult education, […]

Karen Brennan2025-11-03T15:59:40+00:00September 9, 2025|

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