Merger Ready™ 1.0

Before deciding whether to continue independently, seek a partner, or even wind down, begin with six honest conversations. This is a practical early-stage checkup for nonprofit CEOs and board leaders.

Free Checkup and Discussion Tool

Merger Ready

Before deciding whether to continue independently, seek a partner, or even wind down, begin with six honest conversations. This is a practical early-stage checkup for nonprofit CEOs and board leaders.

Merger Success Stories

Nonprofit mergers aren’t a last resort—but a strategic first choice. This article from Candid shares a success story and some very positive statistics around nonprofit mergers.

Nonprofit Mergers that Work

This article outlines some merger successes and introduces an extensive study conducted in Chicago.

7 Steps for Making Nonprofit Mergers Work

The Chronicle of Philanthropy often highlights stories of nonprofit collaboration and merger. Here is a straightforward overview of the typical process.

Mergers That Make a Difference

A collection of research and articles about what makes mergers work or fail.

Merger and Collaboration Toolkits

Merger and Alliance Toolkit: LaPiana is a national consulting firm who has been researching and supporting nonprofit mergers for decades

Choosing the Right Partnership: LaPiana shares what they have learned about choosing a merger partner

Mergers and Acquisitions Toolkit: Bridgespan is another national consulting firm that has been studying and supporting alliance and merger work in the nonprofit sector.