The John T. Gorman Foundation and the Elmina B. Sewall Foundation are partnering to provide a free virtual introduction to contingency and scenario planning for nonprofits. Nonprofit leaders are facing a growing number of decisions without clear answers including budgeting for the unknown, adapting programs to shifting needs, and leading teams through prolonged uncertainty. This session will introduce two practical tools - contingency planning and scenario planning -to help organizations prepare for multiple possible futures while staying grounded in their mission and priorities. The session will offer a mix of real-world examples, accessible frameworks, and time for reflection. It’s not about predicting what comes next—it’s about building the capacity to plan well, even when the future is unclear.  

Who Should Attend: 
This session is designed for senior leaders, finance and program directors, and board members involved in planning, budgeting, and big-picture decision-making. 
 
What You’ll Gain:  

• A clear understanding of what scenario and contingency planning are and why they matter right now 
• Tools to apply these approaches to your own organization’s strategic or programmatic questions 
• Language and prompts you can bring back to your team or board 

Facilitator: 
Sandi McKinley, Principal at SectorWind, is a nationally recognized expert social sector financial strategist who works with funders and nonprofits navigating change, complexity, and growth. 

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