Wright Collective’s Blueprint: Revitalizing Model Alliance’s Board and Securing $300,000 in new Funding
Wright Collective partnered with Model Alliance for two years, helping them recruit new board members, increase donor engagement, and secure $300,000 in funding, all while streamlining operations for greater efficiency.
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CHALLENGES
WC INTERVENTION
RESULTS
Low Board Engagement
The board lacked involvement in fundraising and strategic activities, requiring new members to drive important initiatives, particularly fundraising.
Changing Funder Priorities
Frequent shifts in funder focus required constant message and target adjustments.
Limited Staff
Operated with only two staff members, managing high demands and shifting priorities.
Implemented Task
Prioritization
Introduced methods to prioritize tasks and streamline donor relations, alleviating pressure on the team.
Improved Operational Efficiency
By streamlining processes, the staff was able to manage their workload more effectively, reducing burnout and improving overall organizational functionality.
Secured Funding Commitments
The refined messaging helped re-engage funders, resulting in new multi-year commitments and a more stable, sustainable funding pipeline.
Increased Board Involvement in Fundraising
Two new board members were successfully recruited, and the board became more strategically involved in the organization’s fundraising efforts, driving progress toward the $300,000 goal.
Revamped Organizational Messaging
Transformed messaging to better reflect funder interests and improve outreach effectiveness.
Enhanced Board Recruitment and Focus
Initiated a recruitment campaign to attract strategic members and conducted targeted sessions to align board activities with fundraising goals.
Company Vision
FOUNDER
SARA ZIFF
FOUNDING YEAR
The Model Alliance is dedicated to transforming the fashion industry by promoting fair treatment, equal opportunities, and sustainable practices. They've pioneered labor protections, advocated for workers' rights, and created the industry's first support line.Their mission is to give voice to fashion workers and lead the charge for a more just and equitable fashion system.
2012
Funds Raised
$300,000
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Testimonial
The Model Alliance is grateful to have Alyssa and the Wright Collective in our corner. Alyssa and her team really took the time to get to know our organization, and worked collaboratively with us to create a tailored fundraising plan that felt both ambitious and realistic for our small staff to execute. Over the last two years working together, we’ve been able to substantially increase our donor base, build out our Board of Directors, and gain a better understanding of the funding landscape. Alyssa feels like a trusted friend, and even during periods where we’re not formally working together, she’s always looking out for us. Thank you, Wright Collective!