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Elevating Non-Profit Leadership: Vantage Point’s Bursary Programs and Partnership Opportunities

Non-profits are experiencing high turnover among board members and Executive Directors. Vantage Point’s 2024 State of BC’s Non-Profit Sector Survey revealed that almost half (47.1%) of the respondents said resources (time or money) spent on staff recruitment and retention are increasing. When asked what their biggest challenges in the next 12 months are, multiple respondents identified ‘board recruitment’, ‘board retention’ and ‘succession planning’ as key hurdles.

There is a pressing need for clarity in roles and responsibilities, effective succession and recruitment practices, inclusive board cultures, and strong financial governance. Addressing these challenges is essential for ensuring the continuity and effectiveness of non-profit leadership.

Vantage Point’s Bursary Programs

Our Bursary Programs are designed to provide flexible access to essential educational offerings and customized support to non-profit boards and key leaders. Thanks to partnerships with the City of Vancouver, City of New Westminster, and Vancouver Coastal Health, among others, these programs continue to benefit organizations in British Columbia. The Bursary Program allows even the smallest and most financially challenged non-profits to access valuable resources and support. For more details, visit our bursary page.

How It Works:

Annual Fund: Funders or capacity builders provide Vantage Point with an annual fund (ranging from $5K to $50K) to support eligible non-profits.
Eligibility and Administration: The funder determines eligibility, and Vantage Point administers the fund. Non-profits can then register for programs or services, with fees covered by the bursary fund.
Approval Process: Funders can choose a high-touch approach (requiring approval before registration) or a low-touch approach (pre-approved list of eligible organizations and services)

Impact and Reach

Our Bursary Program significantly impacts the non-profit sector. Here’s what you can expect based on different levels of investment:

$5,000 Investment: 5-10 organizations served through 9 engagements (workshops and labs).
$10,000 Investment: 40 organizations served through 50-60 engagements (workshops).
$50,000 Investment: 50+ organizations served through 80-90 engagements (workshops, labs, and consulting).

Services and Costs

We offer a range of services to meet the diverse needs of non-profits:

Open-Enrollment Workshops and Labs: Pre-scheduled virtual or in-person sessions ($139/workshop – $599-$2999/lab).
Standard Training: Facilitated workshops for specific organizations or groups (from $900).
Custom Training: Tailored programs for boards or staff teams (from $1200).
Facilitation: Strategic and planning facilitation (from $1200).
Consulting Services: Organizational assessment, lifecycle and capacity planning, ED transition supports, governance restructuring (fee based on project scope).
Membership: Access to discounts and sector development initiatives (1-year organizational membership $100).

Partner with Us

We invite funders and capacity builders to partner with Vantage Point to support non-profits in BC. By establishing a bursary fund, you can empower organizations to overcome capacity challenges and thrive in their missions. Together, we can ensure that non-profits have the knowledge, resources, and support they need to lead effectively and sustainably.

For more information or to discuss partnership opportunities, please contact us. We look forward to working together to strengthen the non-profit sector and create lasting impact in our communities.