Strategic Planning and Organizational Development Consulting RFP

Strategic Planning and Organizational Development Consulting: Request for Proposal

Geographic Scope: Minneapolis, Minnesota, US

Mission Focus: The PERIS Foundation champions and empowers young people aging out of foster care through intentional housing and community support.

Background

PERIS is a non-profit organization that oversees PERIS Hill, an intentional housing community in Minneapolis opened in November 2021. PERIS Hill features 45 units of affordable housing, including 15 units of deeply affordable, permanent supportive housing for young people aging out of foster care. The organization aims to interrupt the foster care to homelessness pipeline through an environment of supported autonomy and interconnected independence.

Project Overview

The PERIS Foundation is seeking proposals from qualified consultants or consulting firms to lead the development of:

• A comprehensive five-year strategic plan
• An organizational development strategy

Anticipated Timeline: June–December 2025

Scope of Work

The selected consultant will be expected to:

• Facilitate an inclusive, equity-driven strategic planning process involving key stakeholders
• Assess current organizational strengths, challenges, opportunities, and external context
• Lead the development of a clear and actionable five-year strategic plan with defined goals, strategies, and metrics for success
• Design an organizational development strategy to support effective implementation
• Recommend frameworks, tools, and processes to strengthen PERIS's internal capacity, partnerships, and community engagement
• Ensure alignment with PERIS's mission, vision, and commitment to equity and continuous improvement

Deliverables

• Comprehensive five-year strategic plan
• Organizational development strategy and implementation roadmap
• Stakeholder engagement summary and analysis
• Clear performance measures and evaluation framework
• Presentation of final plan to the PERIS Board of Directors

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Expertise in equity frameworks
• Strategic planning experience
• Organizational development background
• Community/neighborhood engagement experience
• Non-profit sector knowledge
• Philanthropy experience
• Foster youth services experience (preferred)
• Women and BIPOC owned firms are encouraged to apply

Organization Values

• Caring: Authenticity, humility, respect, compassion, and generosity
• Collaborative: Strong relationships and ongoing collaboration with community partners
• Inclusive: Culturally-responsive and purposefully welcoming
• Justice-focused: Committed to identifying and interrupting all forms of bias
• Good stewards: Fiscally responsible with transparency
• Young person-centered: Adaptable and holistic approach centered on dignity and autonomy

Contact Information

PERIS Foundation Address: 2929 Chicago Ave S, Ste 100, Minneapolis, MN 55407
PERIS Hill Address: 1930 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403

How to Apply

Submission Deadline: March 26th (Note: This deadline has already passed; this RFP appears to be from a previous funding cycle)

Application Process:

1. Submit a one-page proposal to the PERIS Foundation Board of Directors
2. Use the submission link provided on the website (link referenced but not explicitly shown in content)

Required One-Pager Content:

• Interest and approach to the project
• Brief overview of relevant experience and qualifications
• Explanation of your unique qualifications to partner with the PERIS Foundation
• Timeline and availability
• Initial budget

Selection Process:
The PERIS Foundation Board of Directors will assess one-pagers and invite full proposals from aligned individuals and organizations.