ReThinking Resources
Challenge
The Peel Foundation, a small charity with big ambitions, struggled to expand its capacity and impact due to limited resources and a lack of visibility. The team felt overburdened, and leadership was stuck, despite a belief that solutions could be found within the community.
Solution
Liberating Leaders conducted a four-week engagement process involving guided conversations with stakeholders, residents and local businesses.
Key insights included:
- Niche Strengths: The charity had a strong but underused niche offering.
- Overcapacity: Resource constraints hindered innovation and expansion.
- Community Potential: Untapped local partnerships could enhance capacity and outreach.
From these insights, we developed the ‘Clerkenwell Connections’, a model that preserved the charity’s mission while broadening its reach through partnerships. Actions included:
- Building a network of local businesses and organisations to support the charity.
- Establishing mentoring, work experience, and practical support programmes with partners.
- Designing a compelling narrative to engage new stakeholders.
Results
Within weeks, the charity built a significant network of partnerships, enabling it to extend its reach and services. Key outcomes included:
- Increased capacity through partnerships with local businesses.
- A stronger narrative that engaged stakeholders and inspired collaboration.
- Practical support that addressed immediate needs and built a foundation for long-term growth.
“Blown away by what was achieved—designing a strong new narrative and delivering connections and partnerships far exceeding our expectations, giving us a strong foundation to build from.”
Tom Neumark, Managing Director
