Helping leaders & organizations seek the shalom of their communities.
“In every community, there is work to be done. In every nation, there are wounds to heal. In every heart, there is the power to do it.”
– Marianne Williamson
A ancient prophet once implored an exiled people to seek the good of the very city-state that vanquished them, for “in its shalom you will find your shalom.” This admonition takes on new meaning in the aftermath of COVID-19. There has been social and economic devastation, but with it an opportunity to re-create a world where everyone is cared for and everybody plays a part. Whether you are a nonprofit, congregation, business, or an individual seeking to do your part, I will bring my skills and experience as a consultant, coach and writer to help you regroup, strategize and flourish in these times.
Services
Consulting
How (and where) is your organization going? Considering major pivots? Needing a fresh look at your team, the community you serve, and what’s needed to make lasting impact? Whether you’re a CBO, ministry, or other social-impact entity, consider my help in missional discernment and planning.
Grant Writing
A corporation’s community impact fund has been announced. A local foundation’s grant cycle starts in a month. The next round of City economic recovery RFPs are coming sooner than you think. So many funding opportunities, but so little time, right? I can help you make your case, and in timely fashion.
Coaching
What were you made for? Need to clarify where you’re headed and how to get there? Navigating challenging terrain in your work, ministry, relationships, especially in these tumultuous times? As your coach, it will be my job to ask questions, listen, and help you boldly move forward in your life’s calling.
Testimonials
“Working with Craig over the past few years has been a tremendous blessing. He has helped us formulate the best language to describe the great work we do in our community in a more concise manner. He is professional, caring and efficient. Generations United, Inc. has benefited greatly from Craig's expertise and professionalism, which have been invaluable to our organization.”
— Angie Ibarra, Executive Director, Generations United
“In the midst of the complex challenges of organizational leadership, Craig is a trustworthy guide. He’s an attentive listener. He’s a perceptive analyst. He’s a proactive problem-solver. And he brings a unique capacity to weave theological meaning into organizational problem-solving processes.”
- Brad Wong, Lead Pastor, The River Community Church
“Craig has been of immense help to us as a church, both in guiding strategic dialogue with some of our leaders as well as providing very practical help in grant writing and fundraising for several of our non-profit ministry partners. He is our go-to person when we think about hard questions for what ministry should look like and how leadership can be most effective in it. He has been a real friend and connected us with great people, ideas, and organizations as well.”
— Sharon Seeberger, Global Hub Director, Peninsula Covenant Church
“Craig was able to make our organization visible to a wide range of other community organizations and to identify several that could be key partners. In a few short months Craig expedited what we had desired for years but couldn’t do without his guidance and initiative.”
— Danny Fong, President, Dayspring Community Partners
"Craig supported our strategic planning process as we sought to expand our ministry through establishing a charter school in an underinvested community. His national networks allowed us to conduct a wide net of research on national efforts from other Christian based non-profits that have ventured into this field. Craig brings strong writing, analytical skills, and the rare ability to merge theological concepts and practical program to serve communities.”
— Enoch Yeung, Executive Director, New Hope Community Development Corp.
“We were considering a new social enterprise to combine youth employment and economic development. Craig provided the detective work and analysis to craft a feasible proposal from our scattered ideas and desires. Craig’s probing and willingness to challenge our assumptions resulted in a superior concept that we could have confidence in.”
- John Greenhill, Managing Principal, Dayspring Technologies
“It’s been a great process working with Craig W. Wong. He was able to provide valuable insights and guided my organization through board compliance. His consulting expertise made us feel confident and prepared in reactivating our board. He got along well with our board and made sure we were in compliance with our actions. He puts great detail in his recaps and reviews on our sessions and gives great value with his words in-person as well as digitally. He’s does a lot to connect the community with coaching, consulting and Lyrical Opposition has experienced a direct benefit in that. We appreciate Craig W. Wong in his service to the community.”
— Christian Bustos, Executive Director, Lyrical Opposition
“My collaboration with Craig spans twenty years that include my 13 year tenure as principal at Sanchez Elementary School and into my current work to promote my recently published book as a useful resource by educators who genuinely seek to make a difference in students’ lives. Craig has the ability to create a synergy that empowers people to achieve shared outcomes through meticulous planning and implementation that are carried out through effective communication skills and a collaborative leadership style.”
— Dr. Raymond R. Isola, Former Principal Sanchez School & Author, Transforming Sanchez School: Shared Leadership, Equity and Evidence
“Craig helped me define my goals for a new non-profit, wrote an excellent project summary for an art & history-based display, and collaborated with our emerging graphic artist to capture video testimonies of a ninety-five year old poet and playwright. I love Craig's curious mind, flexibility, and ability to coax the best out of people and bring positive outcomes from every situation. His warm nature and creative spirit embody the life-giving heart of Christ.”
— Laurie Shigekuni, Principal Attorney, The Law Offices of Laurie Shigekuni
"If you want to build a ship, don't drum up people together to collect wood and don't assign them tasks and work but, rather,
teach them to long for the endless
immensity of the sea"
— Antoine de Saint-Exupery