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Close the nonprofit staff gap with Catchafire

Close the nonprofit staffing gap with Catchafire 

When nonprofits can’t hire enough employees to provide vital services, the public suffers. Catchafire's technology and support program provides your grantees with access to high-quality, specialized, and diverse human talent, all pro bono.
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Fill the gap with our nonprofit staffing solutions

Trusted by grantmakers shaping the future

A vicious cycle is leading to burnout and community strain – with 71% of organizations experiencing an increase in demand for services, and 74% struggling with job vacancies.*

Nonprofits need staffing support just as much as they need a grant check. You’ll maximize your investment when Catchafire’s pro bono consultants are made available to execute on short-term projects and provide extra hands on-demand.

Catchafire compliments every Foundation's grantmaking approach, whether it be:

  • General operating support
  • Capacity building grant
  • Project support grant
  • Seed grant
  • Innovation grant
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Browse by need and get it done 

Our project catalog has 150+ pre-scoped templates built by industry experts, allowing grantees to get a request up and out to pro bono consultants in minutes. 

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Popular services

Microvolunteering and consultation calls
Quick advising

Your nonprofit partners can quickly get advice on pressing questions with minimal effort, allowing staff to receive valuable insights that help expand community programs.

Full-length projects
Quality deliverables

Within 5 minutes, nonprofits can post a project and receive support in key areas like strategic planning, marketing, finance, and IT.

Board service
Board recruitment

Nonprofits can source volunteers on Catchafire to join their board, investing in deeper relationships that build long-term impact. 

In-person volunteering
In-person volunteers

Nonprofits can post in-person volunteer opportunities to connect with local volunteers and residents, building long-term connections and impact in their community.

Nonprofit advisement
Technical support

Covering everything from CRM integration to website coding, your nonprofits have access to experts and consultants. 

Access to top talent
Unlimited access to talent

Nonprofits get unlimited access to a pool of top talent across  35+ departments and categories. 

“While it does cost time to get on the calls and to monitor the work, it's far less than if you were trying to hire a consultant and go through the whole contracting process.”

  
  
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Fill the gap and address burnout dowloadable

Foundations are concerned about nonprofit staff burnout, too

In the midst of this challenge, Catchafire offers a solution to help overtaxed nonprofit leaders see a more sustainable path to fulfilling their mission and addreses their well-being. 

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Fill the gap and address burnout dowloadable

Foundations are concerned about nonprofit staff burnout, too

In the midst of this challenge, Catchafire offers a solution to help overtaxed nonprofit leaders see a more sustainable path to fulfilling their mission and addreses their well-being. 

Download to learn more

*Source: 2024 Annual Report State of the Nonprofit Sector.

Frequently asked questions

What are the benefits of Catchafire’s nonprofit staffing solutions?

Catchafire’s nonprofit staffing solutions empower nonprofits and strengthen their infrastructure, making them more effective in fulfilling their missions. With nonprofit staffing support, nonprofits are equipped with the resources to remain agile in response to economic shifts, policy changes, or unexpected crises, ensuring program delivery for their communities.

How does Catchafire compliment workforce development grants for nonprofits?

Catchafire serves as a complementary tool to grantmakers, helping them extend their impact and reach more nonprofits. At the same time, nonprofits receive the staffing infrastructure they need, allowing them to focus on program delivery and meeting timely community needs. 

How can I measure nonprofit workforce development on Catchafire?

Our platform provides real-time reporting and downloadable metrics you can easily share with your stakeholders and community. Through your dashboard, you’ll be able to assess the nonprofit staffing support received, program effectiveness, and the type of support nonprofits are requesting.

How can I provide staffing development for nonprofit organizations?

Through Catchafire, nonprofit staff can receive support in a variety of ways, ranging from 15 minutes of support, one hour consultations, full-length projects, and lengthier infrastructure support through board service.