Research, Capacity Building, & Fundraising

  • Landscape Analysis

    We analyze policies, trends, and systems through a human-centered lens, focusing on the people impacted by these factors. This helps urban planners and nonprofits align strategies with real-world needs, while small businesses and community organizations gain actionable insights to better serve their audiences.

  • Community Assessment

    Using empathy-driven tools like participatory workshops and focus groups, we uncover the true needs, strengths, and priorities of communities. This ensures planners, nonprofits, and organizations build programs with and not just for communities, creating trust and buy-in. For small businesses, it helps establish meaningful local connections.

  • Qualitative Research

    We use human-centered research methods such as interviews and ethnography to elevate community voices. This enables planners and nonprofits to design strategies grounded in lived experiences, while small businesses and organizations gain deeper insights into their audience’s behaviors and needs.

  • Spatial Analysis for Communities

    By combining data with empathy and storytelling, we highlight the human stories behind spatial trends and inequities. This allows planners to design more equitable infrastructure, nonprofits to direct resources effectively, and small businesses to identify community-focused opportunities.

  • Capacity Building

    We empower your team with tools rooted in human-centered design, fostering collaboration and alignment with your mission. For planners, nonprofits, and community organizations, this enhances team performance and impact, while small businesses benefit from a stronger foundation for growth.

  • Fundraising Training

    Our empathy-based storytelling approach helps you craft compelling proposals that resonate with funders by focusing on the real impact of your work. Nonprofits and organizations secure sustainable funding, while small businesses learn to build relationships with local investors and communities.

  • Program Evaluation

    We evaluate your programs with a focus on the people they serve, identifying gaps and successes through human-centered feedback loops. Planners and nonprofits improve outcomes, while small businesses and organizations demonstrate value and accountability to their stakeholders.

  • Grant Writing & Resource Development

    We design grant proposals and fundraising strategies using storytelling and empathy to connect with funders on a deeper level. This helps nonprofits and planners fund critical projects and equips small businesses and organizations with strategies to attract community investment.