Our Services
Let’s talk about what’s possible.
Whether you're planning for growth, launching something new, or rethinking your direction, our team is here to help. Reach out to explore how Commons Harbor can partner with you—bringing both strategic expertise and applied AI know-how—to design solutions that move your mission forward.
Strategic Planning & Sustainability and Growth
We help mission-driven organizations define their direction, align their teams, and develop strategies that are actionable, measurable, and built to last. Whether you’re launching something new, scaling a proven model, or adapting to change, we create roadmaps rooted in your mission and tailored to your unique context.
What this includes:
Strategic planning and implementation roadmaps
Market and landscape analysis, including key stakeholder engagement
Goal setting and theory of change development
Business model design and financial modeling
Growth and scaling strategies
Funder diversification and long-term financial sustainability planning
Positioning your organization to harness opportunities emerging in the AI era— identifying where AI can enhance efficiency, expand reach, or unlock new opportunities for impact
AI Strategy, Training, & Implementation
We help mission-driven organizations explore and apply AI in ways that are ethical, strategic, and effective. From early exploration to implementation, we create strategies that position your organization to take advantage of the opportunities of the AI era—while staying true to your mission and values. We also help you unlock the value of your data, turning it into actionable insights that drive smarter decisions and greater impact.
What this includes:
AI readiness assessments
Use case development and prioritization (internal and external applications)
Phased strategy and implementation roadmaps
Staff training and capacity building
Ongoing advisory and trend monitoring
Scoping for custom AI projects
Business strategies that leverage the AI era
Leadership & Organizational Development
We help nonprofits and foundations build strong, healthy teams and organizations. From board development and leadership coaching to managing change and strengthening culture, we support the people at the heart of your mission. Whether you're growing fast, recovering from transition, or just need better alignment, we’re here to help you lead with clarity and confidence.
What this includes:
Executive and team coaching
Board development and governance support
Organizational structure and role clarity
Change management and alignment
Leadership transitions and succession planning
Technical Strategy & Digital Marketing
Through our sister company, Quarterdeck, we help nonprofits and social enterprises modernize their digital infrastructure to better engage stakeholders and streamline operations. Whether you’re rethinking your website, exploring new tools, or planning for digital transformation, we design systems that work for your mission and your team.
What this includes:
Website strategy and development
CRM and engagement tool selection
Custom digital platform design
Technical infrastructure roadmaps
Digital transformation planning and support
Implementation Support
We help organizations move from strategy to action. Our experienced team works alongside yours to create clear implementation plans, manage projects, and fill capacity gaps—so critical priorities actually get done.
What this includes:
On-demand or fractional leadership to support internal teams
Project and change management to drive execution
Operational support to streamline processes
Interim staffing and capacity building
Implementation coaching and accountability
Innovation & New Program or Product Design
We help mission-driven organizations evaluate opportunities and design offerings that are impactful, market-ready, and financially sustainable. Whether you’re testing a new idea, refining an existing program, or building something entirely new, we combine market insight, human-centered design, and practical business modeling to turn vision into reality.
What this includes:
Customer interviews and market assessments to validate need and fit
Program design grounded in a clear theory of change
Innovation strategy and opportunity mapping
Human-centered design, prototyping, and user testing
Pilot design with real-time learning and iteration plans
Business model development and financial sustainability analysis
Go-to-market planning for new products and services
