Raleigh, NC
(919) 980-1999
Welcome to Our Local Partnership Offerings
Thank you for visiting our dedicated site for partnership services. It’s a privilege for us at Millstone Group Partners (MGP) to collaborate with Smart Start Local Partnerships, offering our expertise in key administrative areas. As outlined in the introduction email you received, we are excited to present a carefully selected list of services that might be valuable to your organization as the fiscal year draws to a close.
Available Services:
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Compensation Studies: Align your pay scales with industry standards and identify gaps.
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Employee Handbook Revisions: Ensure your policies reflect the latest legal requirements and refine existing policies.
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IT Assessments: Optimize your technology to better serve your needs.
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Job Description Reviews: Update and refine job roles for maximum efficiency.
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The offerings are specially priced for Smart Start Local Partnerships that received less than $410,000 in total administrative funds and unrestricted funds from all sources for FYE 2022/23. If your partnership meets these parameters, complete the form below and select an area(s) of interest and we will reach out to you within a few days to schedule a time to discuss the specific need.
For questions about other options available, please email: info@millstonegroup.org.
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Compensation Package and Salary Study
Compensation studies are strategic and analytical tools used by organizations, including nonprofits, to ensure that their salary offerings align with market trends and internal equity. Such studies are essential for attracting and retaining talent, maintaining fairness, and managing budget constraints effectively. Here are several circumstances under which compensation studies are typically performed:
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Period Reviews
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Organizational Changes
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Market Changes
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Recruitment and Retention Issues
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Legal or Compliance Requirements
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Internal Equity Concerns
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Strategic Planning
FROM $499 - $999*
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IT Assessment
A nonprofit IT assessment is an evaluation of your organization's technology infrastructure, policies, and operations. This process is crucial for ensuring that your nonprofit is using technology effectively to meet its goals, protect its data, and operate efficiently. There are several key circumstances and times when a nonprofit should consider conducting an IT assessment:
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Organizationl Changes
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Security Concerns
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IT Compliance and Best Practices
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Performance Issues
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IT Planning
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External Events
FROM $499 - $999*
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Employee Handbook
Revisions
Updating a nonprofit employee handbook is a critical process to ensure that the organization remains compliant with laws and regulations, reflects the ethical standards and values of the nonprofit, and addresses the practical needs of its employees. The handbook should be a living document that evolves as the organization and external conditions change. Here are some key situations and timelines when you should consider updating your nonprofit employee handbook:
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Regular Review Cycles
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Legislative and Legal Changes
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Organizational Changes
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Cultural and Strategic Updates
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Technology Advances
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Feedback and Practical Adjustments
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Crisis Response
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Implementation of Significant Policy Changes
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Industry Best Practices
FROM $499 - $999*
Job Description Review and Updating
Updating and reviewing job descriptions is a critical process for any organization, ensuring that roles are aligned with current expectations, organizational needs, and industry standards. Here are key times and situations when it's essential to update and review job descriptions:
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Changes in Technology or Processes
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Legislative and Regulatory Updates
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Organizational Changes
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Shifts in Industry Standards
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Recruitment and Staffing
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Feedback from Employees and Managers
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Career Planning
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Performance Related
FROM $499 - $999*
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*Pricing has been heavily discounted and may vary depending on actual scope of work (duration, complexity, overall scope). All attempts have been made to be range bound to assist Smart Start Local Partnerships below the level of funding as stated above.
What to Expect
Your time and energy is valuable, so we are making this process as straight forward as possible. For each of the above offerings, there is a range bound offering cost. Each offering is designed to provide the best work product to you.
In most cases, MGP will use existing materials and documentation as a starting point. If these materials are outdated or incomplete, we can assist you with that as well. MGP will also take care of consulting internal/external HR experts, IT experts, and financial consultants to provide the best results.
Get Started with a Simple Step
To begin, please fill out the interest form below. Once submitted, we will contact you via email to arrange a time for our initial consultation. This meeting will help us define the specific scope and depth of our engagement.
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Flexible Solutions Tailored to Your Needs
Our services are designed to be comprehensive. If you require assistance in areas not mentioned above, simply include a brief description of your needs when filling out the interest form. We will take note of these and discuss them during our initial consultation.
We look forward to working together to achieve your goals!