Pro Bono Consulting with SVP Denver
If your organization is facing a key challenge and needs outside expertise, SVP Denver can help. We'll match you with local experts from our Partner network who volunteer their time to support Metro Denver nonprofits and social enterprises. Our Partners bring decades of professional experience from the business and nonprofit sectors, covering areas like strategy, marketing, finance, technology, and operations.
Looking for Help?
If you're looking for outside expertise to amplify your impact, but can’t afford to hire a consultant, SVP Denver can help!
Finance
Strategy
Collaboration
Fundraising
Technology
Donors
Marketing
Operations
What it Looks Like
If your project idea is still taking shape, we'll help you sharpen it into a focused, actionable scope. Don't see what you need on our menu? Select "Other" on the application or email hello@svpdenver.org, your request helps us recruit the right experts for future cycles.
Dedicated Team
A group of 1–3 SVP Denver Partners will consult on your project.
Customized Approach
Project-based work and coaching services based on your organization's needs.
Focused Timeline
Project scopes are capped at 3 months.
Local Professionals Who Care
Our Partners bring decades of professional experience from the business and nonprofit sectors, and they volunteer their time to help social mission organizations in Denver.
Barry Barresi, OD, PHD
Founder, Social Innovation Leadership Lab // Adjunct Faculty, University of Denver
Alan Frosh
Managing Director
Amy Aldridge
Partner at Tributary Real Estat
Who Qualifies?
Nonprofit or For-Profit Impact Organization
Your organization is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is operating under a fiscal agent or is a social venture.Operating in the Denver Metro Region
You are located within and/or providing 51% or more of your services within Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and/or Jefferson counties.Mission and Impact
You understand how your services are advancing health, economic, and/or racial equity and meeting a clear community need.Team Readiness
Your staff and/or board will dedicate time to assessing current systems, strategizing their desired future state and work to get there on top of day-to-day operations.$100k - $3M in Revenue
We support impact organizations that are incorporated and have the capacity to implement results of projects, but don’t have the resources to pay for outside support.Inclusiveness and Equity
Your organization embodies values, policies and practices that ensure all stakeholders are engaged equitably.
How It Works
SVP Denver provides pro bono, project-based support where our Partners collaborate with your team around an agreed-upon scope of work. If your project is not fully defined, we will work with you to refine it. Available support areas vary based on current Partner expertise and capacity.
Discovery Phase
Apply
Tell us about your organization and the challenge you're looking to tackle.
Discovery Call with SVP Staff
We'll connect to learn more about your needs and explore how SVP Denver can help.
Match with Partners
We'll align your project with Partners whose skills and experience are the right fit.
Scope of Work Agreement
Together, you'll define the project goals, deliverables, and timeline before work begins.
Project Phase
In-Person Coworking Sessions with Other Teams
Work side by side with your Partners and connect with other organizations in the SVP Denver community.
Midpoint and Endpoint Check-ins with SVP
SVP staff stay involved throughout to keep the project on track and set you up for success.
Is this a fit for your organization?
This is for you if...
Your organization is established and operational
You have a clear, high-priority challenge to work on
You're ready to commit time and energy alongside our Partners
This is not for you if...
You're exploring an idea for a new nonprofit
You're looking for a startup accelerator or incubator
You want someone to hand you a solution without your involvement
Meet Some of the Organizations We've Worked With
Common Questions
We know that finding the right support for your organization takes time and trust. Here are answers to some of the questions we hear most often about our pro bono consulting program. Don't see what you're looking for? Reach out to our team directly and we'll be happy to help.
SVP Denver Partners are professionals from across Metro Denver who contribute their skills, expertise, and real-world experience to help nonprofits and social ventures tackle meaningful challenges. Our Partners come from a wide range of fields, including finance, marketing, legal, HR, technology, and more. They are matched with organizations based on the specific needs of each project, so the support you receive is relevant and practical. You can browse our Partner directory to get a sense of who is in our network.
Yes! We love seeing organizations come back as they continue to grow. Past experience with our pro bono consulting program is not a barrier to applying again. Each application cycle is evaluated based on current organizational need and the availability of Partners with the right skills to help. We encourage you to reach out to our team if you have questions about whether your organization is a good fit for another project.
Absolutely. Not being matched in a previous cycle does not disqualify you from applying again. Matching depends on the specific skills and availability of our Partners at the time of each cycle, so a project that was not a fit before may be a great fit in a future round. We encourage you to apply again and to connect with our team so we can better understand your needs.
Yes, and we would love to hear from you. SVP Denver Partners bring their professional skills and expertise to support local nonprofits and social ventures at no cost to the organizations. As a Partner, you can expect to work on projects ranging from a single 90-minute session to multi-month engagements, depending on the scope of support needed. We match Partners with projects where their skills and interests align with what an organization is working through. If you are interested in getting involved, reach out to our team to learn more about joining the SVP Denver network.
Hear from the Organizations We've Worked With
Pro bono consulting means something a little different to every organization we support. Here's what a few of them have to say about their experience with SVP Denver.
Hands down the most impactful support in my work as a team of one.
The pro bono consulting was like networking with benefits, rewarding and a delight.
