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We help mission-driven organizations build the plans, people, and resources they need to grow — and the systems to make it last.

Cyndi Wood Associates brings 30+ years of nonprofit consulting experience to organizations that are serious about growth. Our work goes deeper than a planning retreat — we embed in your team's rhythm, listen to your stakeholders, and build a plan your board actually owns and follows.

Strategic planning

At CWA, we believe that effective strategic planning is rooted in a robust process, not just a polished document. Many organizations invest time in retreats only to see their plans collect dust, often because they rely on assumptions rather than data and lack team ownership.

Our approach ensures that your strategic plan is data-driven and engages all stakeholders, fostering a sense of responsibility and commitment to bring your vision to life.

t3 holistic developent model

Our T3 Holistic Development Model is a relationship-based framework for nonprofit sustainability nurtured over 30 years alongside diverse organizations. T3 embodies the belief that every nonprofit holds the seeds of sustainability within its Time, Treasure, and Talent. Our consulting-coaching services empower you to cultivate these resources, fostering long-lasting impact and resilience in your mission.

needs assessment

Our Needs Assessment Survey (NAS) connects with 100–200 key stakeholders to uncover insights on priorities, gaps, and opportunities within your organization.

What sets our NAS apart is our commitment to thorough analysis and actionable recommendations, ensuring you have a clear roadmap for strategic growth. Understanding who’s with you is the first step to planning your future effectively.

What people say

John Grace

Independent Nonprofit Organization Management Professional

"Having worked professionally with staff from over 50 private child welfare and family service agencies during my 30 year career as the Executive Director of the Wisconsin Association of Family and Children's Agencies, I would not hesitate to recommend CWA to an agency CEO, as a valuable asset whose work ethic, management style, and 'can do' attitude would be useful in achieving the agency's goals in any number of ways."

Jennifer Armson-Dyer
Executive Director / Commissioner

Badger Region Volleyball Association

"I cannot more highly recommend CWA. From our initial meeting, they were dialed in to our organization through their own independent research and dove right in to understand what we were about, why we operated the way we did, our specific nuances and personnel and also the outside view of our organization. Their understanding of non-profit organizations and structures -- as well as their ability to help us think outside the box -- was very valuable as we look to improve our members' experience. Their guidance to both the staff and board, as well as during the in-person strategic planning session and subsequent plan that was put together, is all top notch. We will absolutely have an on-going relationship with CWA, not just because of their depth of knowledge and resources, but because they're also wonderful people."

Kevin Wendelboe

CEO

Carolina Region Volleyball Association

"CWA brought a level of professionalism and structure to our planning process that we had never experienced before. Their knowledge of how volleyball regions operate made all the difference — they hit the ground running and delivered a plan our entire Board was proud to adopt."

3 Simple Things

to immediately make your organization stand out:

Send a hand written note to a supporter to let them know how their gift has made an impact on your work.
Call a supporter to share an update on your work and how their support has made a measurable Ask for feedback.
Take the opportunity to tell someone about the good work your organization is doing.