Dumbo Octopus Consulting

Dumbo Octopus Consulting is a values-driven consulting agency that supports grassroots leaders and small non-profits in Waterloo Region. We offer a full suite of non-profit capacity building services and tailor each of our project contracts to meet each organization's unique needs. This includes: -Grant Writing & Opportunities Research -Strategic Planning for Small Nonprofits -Fundraising, Community Engagement, and Event Planning -Board Governance Support and Volunteer Management Training -Community-based Research, including Needs Assessments and Environment Scans -Communications, Outreach, and Advocacy Plans -Fund Development & Sustainability Plans -Evaluation Plans & Meeting Reporting Requirements -Operational Assessments -Leadership Coaching Our team believes in doing non-profit work differently and have the unique ability to bring out the strengths of others. Specifically, we are committed to using our shared skills to build a safe, healthy, and connected Waterloo Region where everyone can thrive. With over 20 years of non-profit work experience, our team has the unique ability to actively listen and amplify what our community has to offer. We are committed to equity, innovation, advocacy, collaboration, and ensuring our services are affordable. We prioritize working with organizations that are committed to systems change and decent work.