Selection Criteria  

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CLASS wants to optimize the impact by serving as many non-profits as possible. However, to be eligible for a venture (project), all NPOs must meet a set of criteria:
 

Organizational Criteria:

• Have to be located in the SF Bay Area.

• Have Tax exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code.

• Have a history of successfully serving & impacting its community.

• Have no negative history with CLASS or any other management-consulting firm.

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Project Criteria:

• Have a clear understanding of how the project fits into the strategies and goals of the organization to impact community.

• Have support from both the Board and the Management .

• Have staff available to work with the CLASS team during the project outside normal working hours which might include, but is not limited to weekends.

• Have financial strength to afford the resources required for the completion of the project & out-of-pocket expenses incurred by the CLASS team.

• Have resources to use and maintain the deliverables after the project is completed.

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Costs
We do not charge our clients for consulting services however we have a minimal engagement fee. Nonprofit organizations are responsible for any administrative or ‘out-of-pocket’ expenses incurred  while working on the project (i.e. stock purchases, printing fees, mileage reimbursement, etc.)

Time

Timeframe for execution of a venture or project ranges from 2-5 months depending upon the scope of the project. 

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