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Nonprofit & Education

Executive search for foundations, universities, healthcare nonprofits, and social sector organizations.

75+

Nonprofit searches completed

15+

University president placements

20+

Foundation CEO placements

Nonprofit and education organizations require leaders who can balance mission and management, navigate complex stakeholder dynamics, and drive impact with limited resources. Harvard Group International's nonprofit practice serves foundations, universities, healthcare nonprofits, cultural institutions, and advocacy organizations.

Our nonprofit team includes consultants with backgrounds in the nonprofit sector who know its unique culture and challenges. We have experience placing presidents, executive directors, chief advancement officers, and other senior leaders across the social sector.

We know that nonprofit leadership is different: the importance of mission alignment, the complexity of board relationships, the challenges of fundraising, and the need to drive organizational effectiveness without compromising values. Our assessment methodology is designed to identify leaders who can thrive in these environments.

Our Expertise

  • Foundations and grantmaking organizations
  • Higher education (presidents, provosts, deans)
  • Healthcare nonprofits and associations
  • Cultural institutions (museums, performing arts)
  • Advocacy and membership organizations
  • Social enterprises
Industry Challenges

Leadership Challenges We Address

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Mission-management balance

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Board governance and engagement

3

Fundraising and revenue diversification

4

Talent attraction and retention on nonprofit compensation

5

Impact measurement and accountability

Our Experts

Nonprofit & Education Practice Leaders

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Our nonprofit & education practice leaders are ready to help you find exceptional talent.