Why Perspectives?

Let’s work together! Here are four reasons your United Way should work with Perspectives.

 

1. We love United Ways. United Ways are our passion and sole focus.
2. We KNOW United Ways. We get your jargon, history, struggles, and politics. We understand you.
3. We’re a one-of-a-kind firm. The United Way system has a rich history and is made up of a network of unique organizations. We are the only consulting firm in the United States totally dedicated to meeting the particular needs and challenges of United Ways.
4. We will be with you every step of the way. From your first community survey to your next big board retreat to next year’s campaign and beyond, we’re here to guide you through whatever challenges you face.

 

But, you don't have to take our word for it – find out what our clients say about working with us.

1. Our Passion and Focus

We love United Ways, and our exclusive focus on United Way makes us passionate experts.

Testimonials

"For years, our United Way wanted to move to an issue focus but struggled with how to get there as a one-person shop. The GIFT program was exactly what we needed – step-by-step instructions, samples, and ready guidance from the Perspectives team. We are now an issue-focused United Way with a solid strategic plan, and I absolutely would not have been able to manage this on my own. Perspectives’ GIFT program changed the trajectory of our work!"

- Julie Mallard, Executive Director of United Way of Delta County

2. Our United Way Knowledge

We’ve been working with United Ways since 1989, so we get your challenges and know how to address them.

Testimonials

"We know of no other consulting group with the breadth of knowledge and experience that Perspectives has in working with local United Ways."

- Bill Jackson, President & CPO of United Way of Erie County (retired)

3. Our Guidance 

Organizational transition can be challenging, but we know how to make it as smooth a process as possible.

Testimonials

"The process they use is so efficient that our board members were blown away by what we've been able to accomplish in a short amount of time. It's well worth the money to bring in the experts. Had I known about Perspectives before, I would have started this process sooner."

- Shane Orr, Executive Director of United Way of Muscatine

4. Our Issue Focus Expertise

If your United Way is ready to pursue an issue focus, we are the experts with the complete playbook.

Testimonials

"We are thrilled with the ‘single issue’ focus on financial stability; we got there with help from Perspectives, a great consulting firm. They not only led our board through the entire strategic planning process, but their ongoing technical assistance has been extremely helpful with all our efforts." 

- Ken Toll, President/CEO of United Way of Jackson County

"You were so right! Focusing on the issue of early childhood education has resulted in raising more money from grants and campaigns, attracting new donors, and reduced designations. Now everyone knows what our United Way does in the community." 

- Julie Capaldi, President of United Way of Pickens County