Join the Consultant Collaborative!

The United Way NEXT Consultant Collaborative is a growing network of mission-driven professionals with real-world United Way experience. These consultants bring specialized expertise in areas like strategic planning, fundraising, board development, DEI, executive coaching, and more! Together, they're helping strengthen the United Way movement by supporting local teams and leaders across the network 💙

Ready to get started? Join the Consultant Collaborative waitlist today!

Overview | Member Benefits | Member Expectations | Leadership Team

About the Consultant Collaborative

The Consultant Collaborative is where United Way NEXT consultants come together to stay connected, stay informed, and support one another as peers. Built for consultants by consultants, this community provides space to collaborate, share insights, and amplify the collective impact of professionals offering services to the United Way network and beyond.

Whether you're looking to grow your consultancy, exchange referrals, or simply stay plugged into what's happening across the movement, the Consultant Collaborative offers meaningful opportunities to engage with others who understand both the mission and the work.

As part of the Consultant Collaborative, you'll also be featured in our Consultant Directory, which is available to all UW NEXT members. Through this directory, members can review your profile, request warm introductions, & pass along RFPs!

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Member Benefits

As a member of the Consultant Collaborative, you’ll unlock exclusive opportunities to elevate your visibility, strengthen your practice, and connect with like-minded professionals who understand the United Way landscape. Whether you're just launching your consultancy or looking to expand your impact, this community is here to support your journey!

Your Consultant Collaborative Membership Includes:

Invitation to the Consultant Collaborative New & Prospective Member Orientation
Listing in the UW NEXT Membership Directory & Consultant Directory
Entry to the UW NEXT Membership hub as well as the Consultant Collaborative hub
Dedicated features & member spotlights across UW NEXT marketing channels
Updates on United Way frameworks, trends, & happenings across the network
Participation in quarterly consultant roundtables to connect & collaborate
Warm introductions to local United Ways and the greater UW network
Exclusive professional development sessions tailored to consultants
Library of past Consultant Collaborative event recordings & resources
Ability to provide and/or receive guidance through our mentorship program
Early access to the UW NEXT guest speaker application for upcoming events
Free listing in the UW NEXT Member Discount Hub

Ready to connect, grow, and lead alongside fellow consultants? Join the Consultant Collaborative waitlist today!

Member Expectations

The Consultant Collaborative is designed to foster connection, visibility, and growth for mission-driven consultants with United Way experience. While we are proud to offer opportunities that can lead to new relationships and professional referrals, participation in the Consultant Collaborative does not guarantee consulting contracts or engagements.

Our goal is to support you in building a thriving, purpose-driven practice by helping you stay informed, make meaningful peer connections, and position yourself as a trusted resource within the United Way network!

As a member of the Consultant Collaborative, we ask that you:

Pay an annual participation fee of $200
Maintain an active UW NEXT Membership
Respond to all UW NEXT referral requests within two business days
Uphold the Consultant Collaborative’s shared values by agreeing to our Code of Conduct
Serve as a positive ambassador for United Way NEXT by encouraging local United Ways and fellow professionals to engage with our community

Making the leap from nonprofit work to consulting can often feel overwhelming. The Consultant Collaborative is here to help you navigate that journey, connecting you with others who have traveled this path and are eager to support your growth!

Ready to join a community to support you in whatever comes NEXT? Sign up for the waitlist today!