Time to Spring Forward
Your Partner for Schools and Nonprofits
SPRING FORWARD INTO EXCELLENCE!
Time to Spring Forward is a boutique consulting firm dedicated to empowering schools and nonprofits through strategic planning, grant writing, compliance, governance, and leadership development. In addition, we offer fractional services for payroll, bookkeeping, and grant management. We bridge nonprofit innovation with school-based practicality, providing tailored, actionable support for schools and nonprofits. Our mission is to help you lead with purpose and build sustainable programs for lasting community impact.
For Schools
We specialize in professional development for teachers and leaders, focusing on K-12 education with an emphasis on math instruction integrated with soft skills.
Our services
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Professional Development
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Equity-based teaching strategies aligned to state standards
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Secure funding for ongoing initiatives
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Strategic Planning
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SWOT analysis based on industrial organizational psychology insights to create a custom roadmap
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- Change Management
- Strategies to engage all stakeholders, minimize resistance, and promote inclusive school cultures
How
we help
For Nonprofits
We assist nonprofits, including faith-based organizations, community centers, and more, with fund development, strategic planning, and compliance.
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Grant Writing and Fundraising
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Identify new funding sources and develop income generating initiatives
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Strategic Planning
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Create mission aligned roadmaps that engage all stakeholders
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Organizational Effectiveness
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Guidance on governance and leadership development for effective operations
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fractional Services
About
Spring Richardson Perry
With a Master’s in Education and currently pursuing her PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Spring has over a decade of experience in education and nonprofit leadership. As a former educator, administrator, and instructional coach, she bridges the worlds of classroom impact and organizational sustainability. Spring has delivered professional development that improved student outcomes by over 40%. In workshops such as the “Planning with Purpose” series, she focuses on equity-based teaching, life skills integration, standards alignment, and meaningful teacher growth.
For nonprofits and faith-based organizations, Spring provides guidance in grant writing (securing hundreds of thousands of dollars for clients), strategic planning, governance, and 501(c)(3) compliance—from DIY checklists to full-service applications. Leveraging her research in organizational effectiveness and employee engagement, Spring delivers tailored support, helping leaders create resilient, mission-aligned organizations that thrive.
501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status
Get Our Free Checklist
Navigating 501(c)(3) status? Download our Ultimate 501(c)(3) Application Checklist for Churches, Schools & Small Nonprofits— a step-by-step guide based on IRS Form 1023 instructions.
Ready to Spring Forward?
Let's build a plan that drives results. Book a free consultation to discuss your needs— whether it's PD for teachers, grant writing for your nonprofit, or 501(c)(3) guidance.
