Ready to develop your nonprofit strategic plan like a pro,
at 10% of consulting fees?

Join the DIY Strategic Plan Program

Essentials package
$3,000.00
One time

Access our comprehensive online program featuring detailed tutorials, templates, and scripts to develop your nonprofit's strategic plan like a pro.

✓ 2 participants per organization
✓ 12-month online program access
Create a simple 3-5 year strategic plan
Free

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reopening to
clients in 2026.

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Developing your nonprofit strategic plan can be OVERWHELMING!

Some of these concerns may resonate with you:

You lack the confidence or expertise to do it well.

01

You have a limited budget and cannot afford costly consultants.

02

You have a lot on your plate already and it seems like a time-consuming process.

03

You are worried about managing tensions and unrealistic expectations from stakeholders.

04

You operate within a fast-changing space and plans can quickly become outdated.

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You feel isolated and unsupported in your efforts.

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But it doesn’t have to be so.

What if you could develop your strategic plan

CAREfully…

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Affordably

Create a strategic plan that authentically reflects the strengths and needs of your community and stakeholders.

Harness the collective wisdom within your organization.

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Collaboratively

Design a top-quality strategic plan without breaking the bank.

Follow a streamlined process and free up valuable time.

Develop a balanced strategic plan that is aspirational, yet realistic.

Build a dynamic plan that thrives in our rapidly changing world.

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Robustly

Create your strategic plan with the confidence of a seasoned expert, supported by a community of peers and advisors.

Enhance your skills to become a more effective leader and community builder.

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Empoweringly

I can show you how to.

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Hi, I'm Amarachi Kejeh, and I'm here to be your nonprofit’s strategic planning partner.

I understand the hurdles that come with nonprofit strategic planning, and I'm here to make it easier for you.

Here is a glimpse of my journey: I am an IAP2 award-winning strategy consultant and a seasoned educator. I've served over 25 organizations in North America, Asia-Pacific, and Africa. I've facilitated more than 50 workshops with boards, leaders, and staff.

I have witnessed the highs and lows. But the exciting part is this – you don't have to tackle it alone. Come learn from my successes and mistakes and create your nonprofit’s next strategic plan in a CAREful manner that works for you and your organization!

Here is the icing on the cake: you can get the benefit of working with me, an experienced strategist, for 10% of typical consulting fees. Yes, you read that correctly – 10%.

So, if you're ready to set your nonprofit on the right path, let's embark on this strategic journey together. Your success story begins right here, and I'm here to support you every step of the way!

Amarachi Kejeh (MBA, FP&A)
Founder, The DIY Strategic Plan Program
2023 Elgin/St Thomas Under 40 Business Leadership Award Winner

Based on learnings from serving organizations such as…

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Government

Non-profits

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For-purpose
businesses

Education

and speaking at conferences such as…

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2022 Canadian Society for Association Executives (CSAE)
Summer Summit

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2022 International Association for Public Participation (IAP2)
North American Conference

Disclaimer: these were done independently or within one of the consulting brands I co-founded in the past.

with testimonials like…

  • “Polished and professional…from ideation to planning to making sure the right folks weren't just at the table, but were heard. Timely, thoughtful and strategic in all respects. The quality and thoroughness of the work was impressive.”

    — Paul Jenkins, CEO, St. Thomas & District Chamber of Commerce

  • “Experiencing Amarachi conduct a meeting or design session affords you an opportunity to watch a true master at work. Amarachi's ability to orchestrate a productive and efficient session is much like a great film editor, where you don't even notice the "cuts". By that I mean her ability to transition seamlessly between topics, keep everyone on task and ask the right questions is unparalleled. Her presence is known but not overwhelming.

    Having now experienced a few sessions led by Amarachi, I am confident that no matter the context or industry she is able to skillfully lead and navigate any group of people through a task of any kind, with respect, conscientiousness and results. Bravo Amarachi!”

    — Josh Ford, Owner of Fitborough; Chair of St. Thomas & Elgin Young Entrepreneurs Initiative

  • “Amarachi guided a multi-stakeholder group through a strategic process to support this group for years to come. She made meetings and difficult conversations both fun and productive.”

    — Elle Crevits, Senior Business Advisor, St. Thomas Economic Development Corporation

Say hello to the
DIY Strategic Plan Program!

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Set the stage

Commence the journey with purpose, building a foundation through reflection, planning, and effective communication.

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Understand

Gather insights on where you have been, what is changing, and where you should be.

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Design

Pull together the blueprint for the next 3-5 years of your organization.

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Prepare for implementation

Equip yourself with the tools and resources needed to put your strategic plan into action.

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Apply to the DIY Strategic Plan Program

Essentials package
$3,000.00
One time

Access our comprehensive online program featuring detailed tutorials, templates, and scripts to develop your nonprofit's strategic plan like a pro.

✓ 2 participants per organization
✓ 12-month online program access
Create a simple 3-5 year strategic plan
Free

VIP package
reopening to
clients in 2026.

Start your application

Satisfaction guarantee

Your success is our priority. If you actively engage in the program and are not satisfied with it, you can request a full refund within 30 days from the start of the program.

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 FAQs

  • The DIY Strategic Plan program is a comprehensive and affordable strategic planning program for non-profits . It runs for up to 12 months and is designed to help non-profits develop their strategic plans in-house, train their teams, and save $.

  • This program is ideal for the non-profit and public sectors e.g. charities, associations, educational institutions, and government agencies.

    It can also be leveraged by businesses with a social mission.

    While most organizations will utilize the program for their overarching strategic plan, it is versatile enough to support team-level strategic plans, particularly within large organizations that already have an overarching strategic plan in place.

  • Our program is evergreen, allowing you to enroll whenever you are ready.

    With 12 months of support provided, you can get started way in advance of your strategic plan due date.

  • The program enrolls 2 participants per organization.

    We recommend assigning them to:
    1.Senior Executive: such as the Executive Director or a high-level decision-maker. Their strategic insight, leadership, and relationships will be invaluable in shaping the organization's long-term direction.

    2. Support Personnel: ideally someone responsible for project management, data research and analysis, and communications within your organization. This individual will play a crucial role in keeping the planning process on track, collecting and analyzing data, and ensuring effective communication throughout the process.

    If you are still unsure about who to represent your organization, still proceed with the program purchase. We would be happy to discuss your specific situation before program commencement.

  • It depends! The program is available for a 12-month period. In most cases, nonprofits can design their strategic plans within 4 months.

    Some may even complete it in as little as 6-8 weeks, depending on their readiness prior to starting the program.

  • If you are aiming to complete your plan over a 4-month period, it is advisable for the Senior Executive to allocate up to 4 hours per week for the program.

    Please keep in mind that this estimate can vary depending on your organization’s complexity and the level of support you receive from your support personnel e.g. project management, data research and analysis, and communication efforts.

    Additionally, be aware that the workload might fluctuate from week to week, depending on the phase of the planning process. The first phase of the program will offer guidance on when to anticipate peak workload.

  • Our program is grounded in best practices drawn from serving social impact organizations across North America, Asia-Pacific, and Africa.

    We prioritize practicality, delivering what you truly need for success in the strategic planning process.

    The program is also highly adaptable to your organization's specific context, needs, and capacity.

    Finally, we offer a well-rounded approach, enabling you to enhance valuable skills like stakeholder engagement, facilitation, project management, and more.

  • We currently extend an automatic 10% discount to members of the St. Thomas & District Chamber of Commerce, London Chamber of Commerce, and Pillar Nonprofit Network, Canada.

    We also provide scholarships to volunteer-run nonprofits.

    Periodically, we might extend special offers. Subscribe to our newsletter for announcements or reach us at hello@amarachikejeh.com.

  • We provide complimentary access to virtual events covering a variety of implementation topics.

    If you require implementation support after completing the program, we are delighted to refer you to experts based on your needs.

  • Get in touch at hello@amarachikejeh.com.

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