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Resources-Helpful Topics for Nonprofits & Consultants

This section is designed to assist nonprofit organizations and other end users with helpful information on the components of working with consultants, outside vendors, and how to manage the nonprofit-consultant relationship. Consultants will also find tips on how to enter this information on the Nonprofit Solutions online consultant database. The Solution Center’s Nonprofit Solutions staff wants to assist you in getting the most out your consulting services.
Nonprofit Organizations
  		• Organization Assessment (Fieldstone Alliance)
  		• What is a Good Timeline for my Project?
  		• Why Hire a Consultant?
  		• Preparing to Work with a Consultant
  		• Typical Projects Consultants Might Work on Include:
  		• Finding the Right Consultant
  		• What you Should Know about the Consultant
  		• How to Hire/Manage a Consultant
  		• How to Handle Difficulty with your Consultant's Deliverables
    Consultants
  		• Tips for Entering Consultant/Vendor Information


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    Disclaimer: The Solution Center in no way guarantees or endorses any consultant listed in this database. Before hiring a consultant, it is advisable to request a proposal that outlines time frames, work process, and the products and services to be delivered and to ask for references. Although the Solution Center has cleared two general references for each area of expertise submitted by consultants in this database, we strongly recommend that you check references to ascertain the consultant's ability to address your specific needs.