Insights that Move Equity Forward

Welcome to the C2K blog. A space for not-for-profit leaders who are navigating equity in real time.

Here you'll find stories from the field, thought-provoking questions, and practical tools designed to meet you where you are and move your work forward. Whether you're here for a quick insight or a deeper read, we’re glad you’re with us.

What’s Really Coming for Not-for-Profit Leaders in 2025

In our work with not-for-profit leaders across the country, the same three challenges keep rising to the surface.

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Why Your Board Recruitment Isn’t Reaching the Right People

Why your board recruitment efforts may be falling short and what to do instead to build real inclusion.

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What I Wish I Knew 20+ Years Ago

If you’ve ever felt exhausted by equity work—worn down by resistance, frustrated by slow progress—you’re not alone. I’ve been there too.

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Understanding the DEI Polarization

In this post, we'll explore three big reasons why DEI sparks such strong reactions: cognitive biases, emotional triggers, and identity dynamics.

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