Begin Your Nonprofit Transformation

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Whether you’re laying the foundation for a new nonprofit, strengthening your organization’s capacity, or scaling for greater impact, Guided Decisions provides the strategic clarity and practical solutions you need to succeed. We simplify complex challenges, streamline operations, and create actionable pathways for long-term sustainability and growth.

With over 30 years of executive leadership experience, Steve Harvey, PhD., has successfully launched and led two nationally recognized nonprofits as CEO. A specialist in strategic planning, capacity-building, and innovative growth strategies, Steve is known for transforming vision into measurable success. He has raised $41.62 million to support nonprofit initiatives, developed national, award-winning program models, and built high-impact partnerships that drive meaningful change. Through an engaging, results-driven approach, he helps nonprofits maximize efficiency, diversify resources, and expand their reach—all while ensuring a cost-effective and positive experience for every client.

Turn-key Consulting Services

Business Development for Existing Nonprofits

Our work with nonprofits—whether emerging or well-established—focuses on strategic governance, leadership development, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth. We help organizations strengthen their board leadership, executive management, and internal capacity to drive long-term success.
With deep expertise in evidence-based programming, evaluation systems, and scalable innovation, we design high-impact, sustainable models that streamline operations, reduce staffing burdens, and enhance efficiency through best practices and cutting-edge technology. Steve Harvey, PhD., leverages his extensive experience in executive leadership, program development, and strategic evaluation to create award-winning national models that are measurable, replicable, and built for long-term impact.

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Launching & Growing New Nonprofits

Emerging nonprofits require a strong strategic foundation to build long-term success. We provide comprehensive support to help new organizations establish effective governance, leadership, and operational systems.

Our consulting services include the development of essential policies—such as conflict of interest, financial management, whistleblower protections, and document retention—to ensure compliance and organizational integrity. We also offer executive mentoring and board development, equipping leaders with the skills and structures needed to drive impact. With our expertise, new nonprofits can launch with confidence, clarity, and a sustainable framework for growth and success.

Let Me Be Your Coach

Consulting Services

- Strategic Planning
  Start with a clear vision and actionable roadmap.
  Establish long-term goals, priorities, and strategic direction to set the stage for all other initiatives.
- Board Development
  Strengthen oversight and guidance.
  Build a high-performing board that is well-equipped to steer the organization toward its mission.
- Executive Development Mentoring
  Empower leadership.
  Provide tailored coaching and mentoring to executive leaders to ensure they have the skills to execute strategic plans effectively.
- Staff, Team, and Workforce Development
  Invest in your people.
  Enhance team capabilities through targeted training, leadership development, and team-building initiatives, ensuring the organization has the internal strength to thrive.
- Developing Evaluation Systems
  Measure to manage and improve.
  Implement robust evaluation tools and processes to track performance, measure impact, and guide continuous improvement.
- Serving More – Effectively and Efficiently
  Optimize operations for growth.
  Streamline internal processes and integrate technology to improve service delivery, ensuring that as the organization scales, quality remains high.
- Grant Writing
  Secure essential funding.
  Develop compelling grant proposals that align with funder priorities to capture critical, project-specific resources.
- Revenue Analysis and Diversification
  Broaden your funding base.
  Conduct thorough analyses of existing revenue streams and identify opportunities for diversification—including grants, corporate sponsorships, individual donations, and earned income.
- Unrestricted Funding: Leveraging People-Habits to Create Effective Fundraising Initiatives
  Generate flexible support.
  Use insights into donor behavior to craft innovative fundraising initiatives that prioritize unrestricted funding, offering the flexibility to meet diverse needs.
- Strategic Partnership Development
  Multiply impact through collaboration.
  Identify and cultivate relationships with key partners (other nonprofits, corporations, community organizations) to extend reach and resources.
- Innovating Programs to Expand Reach, Impact, and Sustainability
  Adapt and scale your mission.
  Design, pilot, and refine innovative programs that respond to emerging community needs and ensure long-term sustainability and relevance.