Morales Consulting

We’re incredibly “proud” to have partnered with CALOR in Chicago to develop their bold 3-year strategic plan—and to close it out in person with their phenomenal team yesterday! For over 30 years, CALOR has been a trusted leader in advancing health equity, HIV care, and support services for Latine and LGBTQ+ communities in Chicago. Their mission—to empower individuals living with or affected by HIV/AIDS through holistic, culturally responsive services—is not just necessary, it’s deeply personal to so many of us. As a Latine and LGBTQ-owned consulting firm, this partnership holds special meaning for Morales Consulting. It reflects the values we live by and the future we’re working toward—where organizations like CALOR are not only sustaining but scaling their impact. Their work is a light during these dark times. Grateful to the CALOR team for your trust and for the work you do every day to uplift and care for our communities: Omar Lopez, Emily Lucena, Alfredo Flores, Edgar Merez & the entire staff.

Grant opportunity with the Coleman Foundation focused on entrepreneurship in Chicago:

Morales Consulting was deeply honored to be invited to the Hispanics in Philanthropy reception in Mexico City. It was a true joy to gather in community with long-time colleagues, client partners, and new friends—all united by a shared commitment to resourcing our communities with love, trust, and strategy. There is something incredibly powerful about being in the same space with fellow philanthropy leaders who are not only dedicated to our communities but are also actively interrogating what this moment demands of us. We were especially grateful for the opportunity to build and strengthen bridges with Mexico-based funders and nonprofit partners who are doing inspiring, transformative work on the ground. Participating in this cross-cultural, international exchange reminded us of the importance of collective learning and shared purpose across borders. In a time that calls for boldness, clarity, and deep care, this gathering was a soul-filling reminder that we are not alone in this work—and that our impact is greater when we lead together. Thank you to HIP for bringing us together in such meaningful and energizing ways.

To Our Chicago Funders Friends: This event is for you! Our CEO proudly serves as Co-Chair of Nuestro Futuro, and we’d be honored to have you join us. It’s a great opportunity to connect, build together, and hear about NF’s vision for the year as we collectively invest in our communities.

Black Girls Code (BGC) is a national leader empowering young women of color with computer programming education to nurture their careers in tech. We were honored to partner with BGC to enhance their capacity for building, sustaining and scaling strong community partnerships. We customized and implemented comprehensive training sessions for BGC's Programs team. These interactive sessions blended research, best practices, and actionable framework and tools. The engagement culminated in the development of a Train-the-Trainer Playbook to scale community partnership efforts nationally. We look forward to witnessing their continued growth and impact as they expand the pipeline of talented women of color shaping the future of tech across the country! #BlackGirlsCode #WomenInTech #CourageToGrow

Math Circles of Chicago (MC2), a leading non-profit providing free math enrichment programs for Chicago students, partnered with Morales Consulting to refine their strategic direction. Morales Consulting supported MC2 through stakeholder interviews, comprehensive SWOT analysis, mission and vision refinement, the development of their first equity north star, and a strategic board retreat. This resulted in a finalized 3-year strategic plan. We are proud to have helped MC2 achieve clarity and chart a course for continued impact. Please keep an eye out for their work!

We are humbled to be in partnership with HACE to scale this incredible program to Latina entrepreneurs across the country! The Mujeres de HACE Entrepreneurs “Train the Trainer” Initiative is a FREE program designed to equip organizations with tools to support Latinas to scale their businesses through culturally relevant leadership training and business strategies. If you know Chambers of Commerce or EDOs that want to uplift Latina entrepreneurs, I’d love to connect them to this impactful program. Please reach out to me. For more details, please complete this interest form here: https://lnkd.in/ggk85A3A

It’s a privilege to celebrate the holidays with our client partner, Chicago Latines in Philanthropy! We’ve been proud to partner with CLIP since 2021 and look forward to continuing our impactful work together.

Last week's Obama Foundation Democracy Forum came at a critical moment, and Morales Consulting was honored to attend. As we approach a new year filled with challenges and opportunities, the forum served as a powerful reminder of the strength that comes from collaboration and collective action. It highlighted the potential to bridge differences and work together to drive meaningful change. A standout moment for Morales Consulting was witnessing Berto Aguayo introduce President Obama, a moment that brought Chicago pride to the forefront, with cheers that resonated throughout the room. Morales Consulting extends gratitude to Dora Gonzalez, Malik Johnson, Odalis Arcadio, and Christopher Crater for their tireless efforts in advancing progress for our city and country. Their dedication exemplifies the kind of leadership and community commitment that inspires the firm’s work. Morales Consulting looks forward to carrying the forum’s energy and inspiration into the year ahead. #Chicago #SocialSector #ObamaFoundation #Democracy

Last week, Morales Consulting had the honor of co-creating and leading the Kansas City Capacity Building Convening alongside the remarkable team at Hispanic Federation. Together, we designed a tailored experience that placed fundraising at the forefront, addressing the unique needs and challenges of Latine-led and serving nonprofits in Kansas City. ?? Participant Feedback: During the convening, two participants approached us to share their excitement, stating, “This was the best fundraising workshop we’ve ever attended!” They highlighted the session’s combination of up-to-date research, best practices, and practical tools as particularly valuable. ??? What We Delivered: Data-Driven Insights: We presented the latest research on fundraising trends for nonprofits serving communities of color. Proven Best Practices: Shared actionable fundraising strategies. Tools: Provided practical templates and exercises, enabling participants to immediately apply what they learned. We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to support these inspiring leaders and their vital work. The energy, engagement, and passion of the Kansas City nonprofit community was palpable. Thank you Hispanic Federation for your partnership and trust!