Strategic Planner - Request for Proposals

Introduction

Wolf Performing Arts Center (Wolf PAC), now celebrating its 20th year, empowers young people to find their voice and creativity through theatre. With thriving programs, a successful summer camp, and growing community impact, Wolf PAC is ready to take its next bold step: developing a comprehensive strategic plan. We are seeking experienced partners interested in facilitating this process, which will align our mission, vision, and goals for the next 3–5 years.

Purpose of this RFI

The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to identify and screen qualified firms or consultants with experience in nonprofit and/or arts-focused strategic planning. Responses to this RFI will help Wolf PAC create a shortlist of candidates who will then be invited to submit a full proposal through a formal RFP process.

Anticipated Scope of Work

·        Situation assessment (programs, finances, facilities, fundraising, governance).

·        Mission, Vision, and Values refresh.

·        Identification of 3–5 strategic priorities (fundraising, camp growth/pricing, facilities/lease strategy, staff and board development, community engagement).

·        Development of a 3–5 year strategic plan with goals, timelines, and accountability.

·        Board and staff engagement through workshops and retreats.

Requested Information

Interested firms/consultants are asked to provide brief responses (2–3 pages maximum) addressing the following:

1. A short description of your background and relevant experience with nonprofit or arts-focused strategic planning.

2. One or two examples of past projects, including client name and deliverables (attachments or links welcome).

3. A general sense of your budget range for projects of this size/scope.

4. Your availability for a January 2026 project kick-off and completion by August 2026.

Timeline

• RFI Released: October 3, 2025
• RFI Responses Due: October 30, 2025
• RFP Issued to Shortlist: November 2025
• Vendor Selected: December 2025
• Kick-off: January 2026
• Plan Finalized: August 2026

Submission Instructions

Please submit your RFI response (PDF format, no more than 3 pages) to:

Carrie Harcus, Board Secretary and RFP Lead
Wolf Performing Arts Center
Email: charcus@strategisphere.net

Deadline: October 31, 2025

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