Bayer Center for Nonprofit Management
Nonprofits build strong communities.
We build strong nonprofits.
Since 1999, the Bayer Center has worked to build a stronger community by helping to build stronger, more knowledgeable nonprofits. We educate and collaborate with a myriad of nonprofits ranging from grassroots start-ups to large-scale organizations with a diverse range of missions. We incorporate collaboration, patience, and decades of knowledge and past successes into our education, consulting, and research for the dedicated folks who work to bring justice, opportunity, and hope to our region.
Our approach to education is to:
Our approach to education is dynamic, constantly evolving to meet the pulse of our changing world. We breathe new life into our core classes through continuous reimagination, letting participant feedback and the shifting landscape guide us toward ever-more relevant and impactful learning experiences. We stay ahead of the curve by introducing cutting-edge provisional classes that draw from the latest regional and global trends, ensuring our curriculum reflects the most current sector best practices. But what truly sets us apart is our collaborative spirit—we co-create entirely new classes based on direct recommendations from our clients and students, tackling their most urgent challenges head-on and delivering solutions that matter most to their success.
Our approach to consulting is to:
Our approach to consulting is built on the foundation of authentic partnership, where we enter into a transformative process that cultivates deep mutual trust and respect from day one. We don't just offer advice from the sidelines—we listen intently and walk shoulder-to-shoulder with you on your unique journey toward more efficient and effective management, becoming true allies in your success. Together, we craft a powerful strategic framework for decision-making that masterfully balances the human heart of your organization with the practical demands of long-term sustainability, ensuring every choice you make strengthens both your people and your mission for years to come.
Our approach to research is to:
Our approach to research is a powerful blend of rigorous data collection and genuine human connection that drives real change in our community. We dive deep into both the numbers and the stories, combining comprehensive survey-based research with meaningful one-on-one conversations and vibrant community dialogues to capture the full spectrum of insights. This rich tapestry of quantitative and qualitative information becomes the foundation for transformative action—we don't just collect data, we actively distribute our findings to empower nonprofits with the knowledge they need to make thoughtful, strategic enhancements that truly strengthen and uplift our community.
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Connect with us at bcnm@rmu.edu or 412.397.6000
- Advisory Board
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Advisory Board Co-Chairs
- Lisa Scales, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
- Paul S. Homick, Mercy Health Foundation
Advisory Board
- Chris Cooke, Consultant
- Jill Kurp, Robert Morris University
- Ellen Estomin, Executive Service Corps
- Angela Garcia, Global Links
- Ange Loiseau, Covestro
- Jack Owen, Owen and Conley, LLC
- Trina DeMarco Preffer, Eat ‘n Park
- Michaela Kizershot White, PRIDE Philanthropy, Inc
- Funders
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The Bayer Center acknowledges with gratitude our chief funders over the years, including: