Scale Collaborative

Scale Collaborative

Business Consulting and Services

Victoria, British Columbia 2,492 followers

About us

Founded in 2014, Scale Collaborative strives to create a thriving, connected and financially resilient social change sector. Scale provides learning programs, consulting, coaching and facilitation to assist non-profits, social enterprises and ecosystem actors to advance approaches that strengthen local communities and the social economy. Scale Collaborative supports a number of initiatives including Thrive Impact Fund, Business Legacies Initiative, Social Enterprise Catalyst, British Columbia Social Procurement Initiative, Thriving Non Profits and theDock – Centre for Social Impact.

Website
http://www.scalecollaborative.ca
Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Victoria, British Columbia
Type
Partnership
Specialties
Executive Leadership, Social Enterprise Development and Growth, Sector Building, Strategy, Social Finance, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Procurement, Social Enterprise, Non Profit Organizations, Social Impact, and Impact Finance

Locations

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    722 Cormorant St

    Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1P8, CA

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Employees at Scale Collaborative

Updates

  • We’re hiring! Scale is seeking a Finance and Operations Manager to join our team. Are you passionate about driving social impact through financial excellence and operational efficiency? We’re looking for a dedicated Finance and Operations Manager to play a pivotal role in our mission to create a thriving, connected, and abundant social change sector. This is an important role for Scale that will manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing operational processes to ensure compliance, efficiency, and alignment with our goals while contributing to strategic decision-making by implementing best practices. This role also includes managing HR administration, IT systems, and other critical business infrastructure to support our growth. If you’re ready to bring your expertise in finance and operations to a team dedicated to innovation and social impact, we invite you to apply. View the full job posting here: https://lnkd.in/g3fzSu_3

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  • Applications for Spring cohorts of our Thriving Non-Profits program are closing soon. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of this transformative learning program!

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    Applications for our Spring 2025 cohort program are closing soon! Don’t miss the chance for your organization to join a transformative learning experience that has already helped hundreds of nonprofits to break free from financial constraints and increase their impact. Through our cohort program, nonprofit leaders gain access to proven strategies for diversifying revenue, building financial sustainability, and creating organizational growth. Supported by expert coaching and a dynamic peer learning environment, you’ll walk away with practical tools, new revenue strategies you can start using right away, and a tailored action plan for your organization to thrive in today's economy! Spots are filling up quickly, and the deadline to apply is fast approaching. Visit https://lnkd.in/g_tjp5HG to learn more and apply. Applications take less than 5 minutes to complete and limited bursaries are available for organizations facing financial barriers to participation. Please let us know the level of bursary support you need when completing your application. Don’t miss this opportunity to reimagine what’s possible for your nonprofit and create lasting change for the communities you serve!

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  • Looking for some inspirational learning to start 2025? Check out this Thriving Non-Profits workshop in partnership with Volunteer BC on January 8. A great way for nonprofits to learn about creating financial sustainability through revenue diversification.

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    Can a film and a conversation change the world? We think so after gathering Central Okanagan philanthropists, wealth managers, and nonprofit leaders for a special Cinema for Social Impact event this fall. In October, Purppl and Trellis.org rolled out the red carpet – literally – for this curated group to discuss how outdated views on nonprofit “overhead” stifle potential for massive impact. The goal: to change mindsets in order to change the culture of charitable giving in the region. Over a sumptuous meal, guests watched the documentary UnCharitable, along with a short film we created localizing the issues with interviews from local nonprofit leaders. Then, those same leaders led table discussions about these five key takeaways: Compensation: The societal belief that making money in the nonprofit sector is immoral drives talent away. Paying competitive wages attracts skilled professionals and strengthens organizations. Marketing and Advertising: Investing in marketing is not wasteful; it raises awareness and grows donations, ultimately benefiting the cause more. Risk and Innovation: Charities are discouraged from taking risks, which stifles innovation and limits their ability to grow and scale. Time Horizon: Unlike for-profit ventures, nonprofits are pressured to deliver immediate results. Long-term strategies could lead to much larger, sustainable impacts. Access to Capital: The inability to offer financial returns cuts nonprofits off from large investment pools, hampering their ability to scale ambitious projects. The event was a beautiful celebration of the critical role nonprofits play in our community and a call to rethink philanthropy for greater impact. Read the full event recap on our blog: https://hubs.la/Q02_TdQj0 Want to bring Cinema for Social Impact to your town? Let’s connect! #UnCharitableOkanagan #CinemaForSocialImpact #mythofoverhead #nonprofits #philanthropy

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  • Important and welcome news for nonprofits amd charities across Canada. Thank you Imagine Canada and everyone who took part in the advoacy efforts that made this extension possible!

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    BREAKING NEWS: Government of Canada announces extension of 2024 charitable donations to February 28, 2025 After sustained advocacy from our sector, we are pleased that the government of Canada has announced a tax receipt extension to mitigate the impact of the four-week Canada Post strike on 2024 donations. Thank you to the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs, and the Honourable Élisabeth Brière, Minister of National Revenue for announcing this measure today. We are grateful to Cooperation Canada, the Health Charities Coalition of Canada and the organizations and individuals who have voiced their support for this measure alongside Imagine Canada. Read the government’s announcement here: https://buff.ly/4grdsYN

    Government of Canada announces extension of 2024 charitable donations to February 28, 2025

    Government of Canada announces extension of 2024 charitable donations to February 28, 2025

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  • We’re thrilled to share that this article by Scale Co-Founder, Kristi Rivait (she/her) was one of CharityVillage’s top 20 most-read posts of 2024! Sharing valuable knowledge and resources through articles like this one is a key part of our Thriving Non-Profits program’s mission to empower nonprofits with the strategies and tools they need to thrive in today’s economy.

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    What can you do in your organization when the nonprofit sector is in crisis? Everyone plays a crucial role—whether you’re the Executive Director, a staff member, or a Board member. The goal is to find ways to ensure your organization has the financial resources needed to deliver on your mission, especially as needs are growing and becoming more complex into 2025. Check out this 2024 CharityVillage top 20 article by Kristi Rivait (she/her), Co-Founder and Director, Partnerships and Programs, Scale Collaborative, and Co-Founder of Thriving Non-Profits. ⬇️ https://okt.to/EJBDUM #article #blogs #leadership #charity #nonprofit #philanthropy #charities #nonprofits #notforprofit #blog #blogging #nonprofitwork #nonprofitlife #network #association #nonprofitorganization #community #foundation #workplace #finance #resources #fundraising #program

    Building financial resources that support your mission | CharityVillage

    Building financial resources that support your mission | CharityVillage

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  • The team at Scale Collaborative is feeling incredibly thankful as this year comes to a close. We want to take a moment to share our impact in 2024 and express our gratitude for your ongoing support and collaboration. This year has seen many challenges, but also opportunities for the impact sector and for our world, yet we remain hopeful and grateful for the positive impact we've been able to create together. From all of us at Scale, wishing you and your loved ones a restful holiday season and a prosperous New Year!

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  • Is your nonprofit considering social enterprise development to bring in new financial resources and support your mission? Learn about social enterprise as just one of nine revenue strategies nonprofits can attract or develop to create financial sustainability with our Thriving Non-Profits program. Applications for Spring 2025 cohorts are currently open with learning due to begin in February.

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    A social enterprise can be a powerful way for nonprofits to generate unrestricted revenue while supporting their mission and objectives. By blending business strategies with social impact, nonprofits can reinvest in their programs while creating social, environmental, and economic impact. The Thriving Non-Profits program teaches that successful social enterprises require clear objectives, financial planning, and alignment with organizational values. When embarking on social enterprise development, nonprofits need to consider factors like market demand, community needs, and operational capacity before starting, as well as whether to start a social enterprise from scratch or acquire an existing business. While starting fresh allows for innovation, acquisition can provide quicker results if the business aligns with the nonprofit's mission. Thoughtful planning and a strong understanding of these considerations are essential for creating sustainable social enterprises that deliver both financial and social impact. Learn how to explore social enterprise development for your #nonprofit and bring in more unrestricted revenue and support your mission and objectives. Apply now to join our Spring 2025 cohorts beginning early next year: https://lnkd.in/g_tjp5HG

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  • So great to hear how Thrive Impact Fund is supporting nonprofits and social enterprises to create the impact they want to realize. Here, Lindsay Harris of Propolis Cooperative Housing Society talks about how a short-term bridge loan provided valuable financial capacity and how Thrive's walk-beside support and network supported their success.

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    We were thrilled to have you join our portfolio, Lindsay Harris and Propolis Cooperative Housing Society, and oddly, thrilled to have you go! Because, your exit (graduation?) from Thrive's portfolio means it worked! It means that your intention and actions are meeting a community need, that the short-term bridge provided time and space to raise community bonds, and that Thrive's network of investors, connections and support made a difference. And the success isn't the repayment of the loan (though that matters too), but that a group of Kamloops citizens were supported to help solve a massive challenge, and although there is still a long road ahead, affordable and community owned housing is coming into view. Thank you for sharing your experience and reflections with Thrive's Morgan Brannon. What a great way to close out 2024 :) Happy Holidays All. 🎄 Thank you to the partners, directors, investors, impact investment committee and entrepreneurs making change happen. 💛 Kristi Rivait (she/her) Andrew Greer Wendy Cooper Ian Johnson, CFA Eugene L. Elisabeth Geller Christian Hansen, CPA, CMA, CIM Emeline Le Guen Justin Sweeney Lars Boggild, CFA Johny Maung Brian Smith Alicia Dubois, B.Sc., J.D., ICD.D Trevor Tremblay Sue Manzuik Rebecca Hurwitz Darrin Lee Ashley Grewal Andrea Harris Zhila Alizadeh-Borji Michelle Bonner Kim Hardy Lauri Thompson Joel Solomon Leanne Hammond Randal Wong Megan Sinclair Gayle Gioiosa, CPA, CA Monika Anand Bradley Morris Kat Kavanagh Paige Whitehead Jeff Ward Laura Gair Zackery Hodgen Maurita Prato Justin Goodhew Miriam Esquitín Brianna Stewart

  • Looking for some inspiring holiday reading? Check out this free ebook based on the learning from our Thriving Non-Profits program. It contains five new approaches to traditional fundraising, along with examples, questions, and exercises designed to spark fresh ideas to support your nonprofit’s fundraising activities.

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    Have you grabbed your copy of our new ebook, “5 Fundraising Ideas You Might Not Know About (Yet!)”? This is an amazing free resource for nonprofits looking for new ways to introduce sustainable revenue. To thrive in today’s economic environment, #nonprofits need to adopt creative and innovative ways to raise money, and the ebook is packed with ideas to help you and your team create more sustainable revenue. Treat yourself, you deserve it - and it'll make for some great holiday reading! Go ahead and download your FREE copy now: https://lnkd.in/gY6nYbqF

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