501 Commons

This Fall really showed that our donors, community funders, volunteers, and clients understand how unique and precious 501 Commons is.  What happened was extraordinary. 

Individual donors, Amazon, Costco, and several foundations contributed or pledged a total of $515,000. This allowed 501 Commons to navigate a cash flow crisis in September and prevented its closure. Most clients stuck by the organization through the turmoil, continuing to provide the client fee support that funds 85-90% of costs. 

Our community knows that the affordable advisory services and fractional staff support 501 Commons provides is critical to nonprofits. especially those that are losing federal support, cutting administration to the bone, and responding to urgent community needs. 

We now have the needed working capital to cover expenses as we deliver services, bill, and receive payment from clients and government contracts.  

We invite you to stand with us by making a gift today.

While the challenges are not behind us, together we can chart a path that ensures 501 Commons continues to uplift nonprofits that strengthen Washington State and beyond.

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What our clients say...

Nonprofit Advisory Services: "We so appreciate the time you spent with us. We now have direction for next steps and if needed, your offer to stay in contact with us going forward. The Fathom recap is amazing...a great resource. You're kind of like our hero!"

Finance: “It was chaos, and now there is order, clarity, and simplicity. Thank you! As a result of working with 501 Commons, we have great tools in place to streamline both data entry and reporting and are able to share accurate and timely financial reports with the Board." - Victoria Watts, executive director of Moisture Festival

Exec2Exec: "Working with my executive coach, Jon Fine, led me out of a place where I was second guessing myself, battling imposter syndrome and wondering if I should resign, into a new era where I embrace my own humanity, feel more confident in my decisions as an executive and am prosperous. I also can see the direct benefit of reaching out and asking for help, in ways I never recognized before I made the choice to ask. Jon helped me find joy in my position again." - Nikki Wegner, CEO of Chinook Enterprises

Human Resources: Hear from Russell Brooks, executive director at Red Eagle Soaring, about how 501 Commons' bookkeeping and HR experts helped his organization grow and thrive:

 

Recognition

We owe immense gratitude to our board of directors, staff of dedicated professionals, and the 570 members of our Executive Service Corps who graciously share their time and talents with nonprofits.