--- title: Nonprofit Community Needs Assessment | Co-Creation Labs description: A growth and impact accelerator for start-ups, transition from bootstrap to growth, nonprofits and social entrepreneurs in a 12 month coached process --- [![co-creation labs-cream](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hubfs/co-creation%20labs-cream.svg "co-creation labs-cream")](https://www.cocreationlabs.org) Open main menu ![co-creation labs-cream](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hubfs/co-creation%20labs-cream.svg "co-creation labs-cream") - [NonProfit Community Assessments](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/non-profit-community-needs-assessment) - [Community Assessment Kit](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/community-assessment-kit) - [LIVE! Labs for Churches](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/live-labs-churches) - [Accelerator](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/accelerator) - [About & Mission](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/about) Close main menu ## Grow your venture in all the ways that matter. ## [Bring together insight and support for growth that leads to impact](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/accelerator#schedule) #### 12-MONTH ACCELERATOR WILL HELP YOU ##### STAND OUT Unlock clear market differentiation so that people see your as unique.   ##### BUILD FROM VALUES UP  Sustainable, high-impact oragnizations biuld from their values. We'll have you integrate your values into your business. ##### RIGHT SUPPORT Growth for start-ups is all about the team. Build a team more effective that you thought possible. ##### MISSION CENTERED What you accomplish and the impact you create touches not only your team but your customers, commity and beyond. ##### POSITIONING How you position your value, offers and produt or service matters, get it right. ##### CLEAR GROWTH PATHS Build momentum with clear growth plans and a unified message and team. #### SIGNS THAT YOUR VENTURE COULD BENEFIT ###### **You've a great idea ready or just off the launchpad, and you want to take the next steps to help is soar.** --- ###### **You're a start-up, social enterprise, or nonprofit with a desire to create a venture that is based in your values leading to impact.** --- ###### You know that you need the right kind of support as you work to grow. --- ###### **You want to make a difference that goes beyond money, and you've got your signts creating impact and changing culture.** #### THE TACTICS EVERYONE ELSE IS USING WON'T LIFT YOU BEYOND ORDINARY.   [![Get Started](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/8446071/interactive-164779277960.png)](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLKancffk51qUTjV0FWd1K3zgxd5jlsIZp3nIxUFpa%2FBtUlMTCvxRvJm7OvdloXV6hu9ICVN4AyBMq1TrykxJcUNt%2FAMrphi2HmbhD%2BcoIqRuq61y9xeaakS1LxvWA%2F0ScSUEs7ssWj%2F8WgwWaG0HdXzVskIFo%2FGKeabysqstSlcn9oLNWs%2FLV23P6hyXEORBUsZvIBhTX3c5UVbsXgJiGTyanV2X5bUZug%3D&webInteractiveContentId=164779277960&portalId=8446071) #### WE HELP NONPROFITS FIND THEIR VOICE AND BUILD THEIR INFLUENCE | ![red line](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/red%20line.png?width=10&height=100&name=red%20line.png)   | ##### SOLVE FOR VOLUNTEERS - **Volunteers are hard to mobilize.** - You need a solution that doesn't rely upon serial events.  - Our process **activates volunteers** with first-hand knowledge without excessive commitments. | | --- | --- |   | ![red line](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/red%20line.png?width=10&height=100&name=red%20line.png)   | ##### SOLVE FOR DONORS - **It's hard to get donor attention.** - You need a way to change the conversation toward your cause. - Our process **brings donors to your door** as you become the source of truth for community needs. | | --- | --- |   | ![red line](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/red%20line.png?width=10&height=100&name=red%20line.png)   | ##### SOLVE FOR GROWTH - **Momentum requires too many things to go right.** - You need greater social capital and the right strategy to fuel growth.  - Our process creates new buy-in and **opens access to new levels of leadership**. | | --- | --- |   ##### CORPORATE VOLUNTEERS Convert corporate volunteers to long-term donors and champions. --- ## OUR CO-CREATION APPROACH After working with hundreds of companies and nonprofits in their growth process, and finding the patterns used by those who grow the most reliably, we have developed a step-by-step approach to moving from the seed to growth stage. We believe that your values and vision aren't secondary because they lead to the way and shape the culture and the impact that you work to create. We're mission-minded and we help you build a support team that will move you to the next level with the right advice to help you stand out. Co-creation is the way that sustainable, high-impact ventures grow. The support of a team that joins you on mission isn't optional, its the essential path forward.   ![Untitled-3 (6) (1)](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled-3%20(6)%20(1).png?width=200&height=200&name=Untitled-3%20(6)%20(1).png "Untitled-3 (6) (1)") #### Position for Growth Communicating how you are different is the core of what helps you attract the right team and build for growth. We'll use the process used by the fastest-growing ventures to help you define your differentiators, understand the needs of those you serve, and develop winning communication.    ![Untitled-4 (1)](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled-4%20(1).png?width=200&height=200&name=Untitled-4%20(1).png "Untitled-4 (1)") #### Build the team Building a team that can stick with you through the challenges of ramping up is a critical part of preparing for growth. You'll be surprised to discover team resources that provide more support than you could have hoped for through the co-creation process. ![Untitled-5 (1)](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled-5%20(1).png?width=200&height=200&name=Untitled-5%20(1).png "Untitled-5 (1)") #### Flex Leadership  Your leaders and culture flow from your values and leadership as it creates impact with everyone that your venture touches. We'll go deep in the building clear patterns for leadership that will sustain you for the long-haul. ![Untitled-3 (7)-1-1-1](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hubfs/Untitled-3%20(7)-1-1-1.png) > #### "Foundational for all our work..." > > The needs assessment process provided by Dave and his team established the foundation for all of our work with volunteers, community leaders, children and families in Cleveland. The relationships and trust that resulted have made it possible for Velocity Church/Love Cleveland to deliver consistent impact and leadership in our community. > > ![Scott_pp](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hubfs/Scott_pp.jpg) Scott Pugh > Love Cleveland ![Untitled-3 (7)-1-1-1](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hubfs/Untitled-3%20(7)-1-1-1.png) > #### "Build and form lasting relationships..." > > It was absolutely foundational...getting to know our community and becoming a part of our community. \[This needs assessment\] will help you meet the community in a way that will build and form lasting relationships and allow you to really serve in meaningful ways in your city. > > ![Screen Shot 2024-02-29 at 3-38-53 PM](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202024-02-29%20at%203-38-53%20PM.png) Josh Burnett > Annapolis, MD 17% The average church member lost 37% of their **network of relationships** during COVID and only replaced **17%**. 75% **75%** of those surveyed said they thought religion **was losing its influence** on American life. ## REF:  #### [https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/church-statistics](https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/church-statistics) https://www.barna.com/research/current-perceptions/   #### Volunteering continues to drop, with 40% of church membership volunteering in early 2020 and only 20% volunteering by March 2022. This rate is expected to decrease in 2023. 77% When polling non-churchgoing Gen Z, **77%** are interested in **churches that help the poor**. ## Something Powerful ### Tell The Reader More The headline and subheader tells us what you're offering, and the form header closes the deal. Over here you can explain why your offer is so great it's worth filling out a form for. Remember: - Bullets are great - For spelling out benefits and - Turning visitors into leads. ![Needs Assessments Landing Pages-11 (1)](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hubfs/Needs%20Assessments%20Landing%20Pages-11%20(1).png "Needs Assessments Landing Pages-11 (1)") ## Join the Accelerator Get ready to grow as a leader, build a team you could have never imagined, and create impact beyond what you hoped. --- - Meets Weekly in Training and Lab Sessions - Position your venture for growth - Integrate your work with your values and faith - Get expert insights and practical steps all along the way --- [Get Started](https://meetings.hubspot.com/dmills37) ##### A launchpad for growth and impact A 12-month coaching and learning process based on proven approaches to building a business, social enterprise, or nonprofit. For those in the start-up and seed stages who are just beginning or wanting to transition from bootstrapping to growth stage. We'll help you bring your whole self to the business to create a transformative impact with employees, customers, and your industry. ### Market ### Research ### Powerful Why ### Story ### Build From ### Values ### Differentiated ### Competitive Position ### Market ### Message Fit ### Brand ### Story ### Mission ### Centered ### Build the ### Right Team ### Customer Acquisition Plan ### Personal Leadership Development ### Solve for the Customer Find us: ![download](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=150&height=150&name=download.png) ![Screen Shot 2024-03-01 at 11.16.39 AM](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202024-03-01%20at%2011.16.39%20AM.png?width=120&height=162&name=Screen%20Shot%202024-03-01%20at%2011.16.39%20AM.png) ![BD-Primary-Light_01](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/BD-Primary-Light_01.webp?width=190&height=65&name=BD-Primary-Light_01.webp) ![Screen Shot 2024-03-01 at 11.20.06 AM](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202024-03-01%20at%2011.20.06%20AM.png?width=105&height=157&name=Screen%20Shot%202024-03-01%20at%2011.20.06%20AM.png) For over two decades, David Mills has been authoring books and leading teams to engage their communities in a new way. ![Refocus: Aligning ministry and service with critical community needs](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202024-02-29%20at%2011.52.08%20AM.png?width=123&height=150&name=Screen%20Shot%202024-02-29%20at%2011.52.08%20AM.png) ![Rapid community assessment](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202024-02-29%20at%203.19.06%20PM.png?width=96&height=150&name=Screen%20Shot%202024-02-29%20at%203.19.06%20PM.png) ![Screen Shot 2024-02-29 at 3.18.20 PM](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202024-02-29%20at%203.18.20%20PM.png?width=100&height=150&name=Screen%20Shot%202024-02-29%20at%203.18.20%20PM.png) ![co-creation labs-cream](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/hs-fs/hubfs/co-creation%20labs-cream.png?width=70&name=co-creation%20labs-cream.png "co-creation labs-cream") [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwmills/) - [Community Assessments For Nonprofits](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/non-profit-community-needs-assessment) - [Community Assessment Kit](https://www.cocreationlabs.org/community-assessment-kit) - [LIVE! 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