Growthway Mentorship Network
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Where community innovation takes root 🌱
Growthway connects non-profits with mentorship, decision-makers and funding to transform bold ideas into lasting impact. Let’s grow together.
Growthway.ca
Growthway connects non-profits with mentorship, decision-makers and funding to transform bold ideas into lasting impact. Let’s grow together.
Growthway.ca
Tech and charity news shows a major spike in AI for non-profits.
But the focus is on "efficiency" and "cost-cutting."
This is a trap.
The real, question is: How can AI automate the admin we hate, grant reports, data entry, to free up people for building relationships and creating community?
But the focus is on "efficiency" and "cost-cutting."
This is a trap.
The real, question is: How can AI automate the admin we hate, grant reports, data entry, to free up people for building relationships and creating community?
November 6, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Tech and charity news shows a major spike in AI for non-profits.
But the focus is on "efficiency" and "cost-cutting."
This is a trap.
The real, question is: How can AI automate the admin we hate, grant reports, data entry, to free up people for building relationships and creating community?
But the focus is on "efficiency" and "cost-cutting."
This is a trap.
The real, question is: How can AI automate the admin we hate, grant reports, data entry, to free up people for building relationships and creating community?
One-day sprint. Four-week lab. Twelve-week cohort. Twelve-month residency. Different tiers, different scales—one goal: real outcomes for your city and its nonprofits.
October 25, 2025 at 4:06 PM
One-day sprint. Four-week lab. Twelve-week cohort. Twelve-month residency. Different tiers, different scales—one goal: real outcomes for your city and its nonprofits.
Municipal budgets are tight. Staff and time are limited. Yet community needs keep rising. What if you could deploy a high-impact model at a fraction of cost and time? Growthway’s tiered programs meet you there.
October 25, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Municipal budgets are tight. Staff and time are limited. Yet community needs keep rising. What if you could deploy a high-impact model at a fraction of cost and time? Growthway’s tiered programs meet you there.
Picture a tree: strong roots, broad branches, vibrant leaves. Now picture that tree inside your municipality’s ecosystem. Every community idea is a root; Growthway helps it grow into branches of impact.
October 24, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Picture a tree: strong roots, broad branches, vibrant leaves. Now picture that tree inside your municipality’s ecosystem. Every community idea is a root; Growthway helps it grow into branches of impact.
In Ontario, over 80% of nonprofits reported increased demand for their services this past year, while resources remained stagnant. That’s a gap that needs a new model—one that Growthway offers
October 24, 2025 at 4:11 PM
In Ontario, over 80% of nonprofits reported increased demand for their services this past year, while resources remained stagnant. That’s a gap that needs a new model—one that Growthway offers
Too many powerful community organizations never meet the decision-makers who can help them scale. Growthway bridges that gap—connecting grassroots innovation with city leadership. Because community deserves a seat at the table.
October 24, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Too many powerful community organizations never meet the decision-makers who can help them scale. Growthway bridges that gap—connecting grassroots innovation with city leadership. Because community deserves a seat at the table.
If your city could fund 5 ideas instead of 500 applications, what would that change? Growthway is building the pathway so municipalities can spend less time sorting and more time supporting what works.
October 23, 2025 at 7:24 PM
If your city could fund 5 ideas instead of 500 applications, what would that change? Growthway is building the pathway so municipalities can spend less time sorting and more time supporting what works.
Did you know that Canada’s nonprofit institutions contributed $216.5 billion in economic activity in 2022 (≈ 8.2% of GDP)? Your city’s community orgs are economic engines—let’s tap into them
October 23, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Did you know that Canada’s nonprofit institutions contributed $216.5 billion in economic activity in 2022 (≈ 8.2% of GDP)? Your city’s community orgs are economic engines—let’s tap into them
Innovation doesn’t always begin with big budgets. Sometimes it starts with a community seed, a conversation, an idea. At Growthway: we help those seeds connect with the soil, the sunlight, the network. Where community innovation takes root.
October 23, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Innovation doesn’t always begin with big budgets. Sometimes it starts with a community seed, a conversation, an idea. At Growthway: we help those seeds connect with the soil, the sunlight, the network. Where community innovation takes root.
THE GRANT APPLICATION IS DEAD.
LONG LIVE THE PARTNERSHIP 🧵🧵🧵
LONG LIVE THE PARTNERSHIP 🧵🧵🧵
August 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
THE GRANT APPLICATION IS DEAD.
LONG LIVE THE PARTNERSHIP 🧵🧵🧵
LONG LIVE THE PARTNERSHIP 🧵🧵🧵
Donor retention is one of the biggest challenges for Canadian non-profits. The key is often what happens in the first week after a gift is made.
We broke down our 5-step Donor Welcome Sequence to help you turn first-time donors into long-term supporters.
#Fundraising #DonorRetention
We broke down our 5-step Donor Welcome Sequence to help you turn first-time donors into long-term supporters.
#Fundraising #DonorRetention
July 25, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Donor retention is one of the biggest challenges for Canadian non-profits. The key is often what happens in the first week after a gift is made.
We broke down our 5-step Donor Welcome Sequence to help you turn first-time donors into long-term supporters.
#Fundraising #DonorRetention
We broke down our 5-step Donor Welcome Sequence to help you turn first-time donors into long-term supporters.
#Fundraising #DonorRetention
This is an article outlining a potential new government's plan for "ambitious" spending cuts. The proposal: "Each minister needs to make 7.5% cuts to programs in 2026, followed by an additional 10% in 2027 and then cut another 15% in 2028."
oh that's awesome... really good.
#CdnPoli #NonProfitCAN
oh that's awesome... really good.
#CdnPoli #NonProfitCAN
Cabinet ministers asked to find ‘ambitious’ spending cuts as Carney government prepares first budget
Ministers have been instructed to cut 7.5 per cent from program spending next year, growing to 15 per cent by 2028-29
www.theglobeandmail.com
July 8, 2025 at 12:43 PM
This is an article outlining a potential new government's plan for "ambitious" spending cuts. The proposal: "Each minister needs to make 7.5% cuts to programs in 2026, followed by an additional 10% in 2027 and then cut another 15% in 2028."
oh that's awesome... really good.
#CdnPoli #NonProfitCAN
oh that's awesome... really good.
#CdnPoli #NonProfitCAN
Mental health in the non-profit sector is a growing concern. Burnout is real. Prioritizing the well-being of your team is essential for long-term success. #MentalHealth #WorkplaceWellness #NonProfitHealth
June 30, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Mental health in the non-profit sector is a growing concern. Burnout is real. Prioritizing the well-being of your team is essential for long-term success. #MentalHealth #WorkplaceWellness #NonProfitHealth
The Government of Canada's online portal for businesses and non-profits is a valuable resource. Find information on funding, regulations, and support programs all in one place. Bookmark it! #GovCAN #NonProfitResources #Canada
www.canada.ca/en/services/...
www.canada.ca/en/services/...
June 30, 2025 at 1:11 PM
The Government of Canada's online portal for businesses and non-profits is a valuable resource. Find information on funding, regulations, and support programs all in one place. Bookmark it! #GovCAN #NonProfitResources #Canada
www.canada.ca/en/services/...
www.canada.ca/en/services/...
Digital transformation is here. For non-profits, this means more than just a social media presence. It's about leveraging technology to enhance service delivery, streamline operations, and measure impact.
June 29, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Digital transformation is here. For non-profits, this means more than just a social media presence. It's about leveraging technology to enhance service delivery, streamline operations, and measure impact.
Did you know that many municipalities offer community grants for local projects? Check your local city's website for deadlines and eligibility. It's a great way to fund grassroots initiatives. #LocalFunding #CommunityGrants #GetFunded
June 29, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Did you know that many municipalities offer community grants for local projects? Check your local city's website for deadlines and eligibility. It's a great way to fund grassroots initiatives. #LocalFunding #CommunityGrants #GetFunded
Attracting and retaining top talent remains a key challenge for Canadian non-profits. How can the sector compete with for-profit salaries and benefits? A strong workplace culture and mission alignment are crucial. #NonProfitJobs #HR #Talent
June 28, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Attracting and retaining top talent remains a key challenge for Canadian non-profits. How can the sector compete with for-profit salaries and benefits? A strong workplace culture and mission alignment are crucial. #NonProfitJobs #HR #Talent
Looking for funding? The Community Services Recovery Fund has been a vital support for many non-profits. Keep an eye on government announcements for similar future initiatives and be ready to apply. #Funding #GovCAN #NonProfitSupport
June 28, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Looking for funding? The Community Services Recovery Fund has been a vital support for many non-profits. Keep an eye on government announcements for similar future initiatives and be ready to apply. #Funding #GovCAN #NonProfitSupport
Ontario's non-profits face unprecedented strain.
Demand for services is up 30% in 3 years, while funding growth lags, leaving vital community work under-resourced.
Many operate on thin margins, pushed to their limits.
Demand for services is up 30% in 3 years, while funding growth lags, leaving vital community work under-resourced.
Many operate on thin margins, pushed to their limits.
June 28, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Ontario's non-profits face unprecedented strain.
Demand for services is up 30% in 3 years, while funding growth lags, leaving vital community work under-resourced.
Many operate on thin margins, pushed to their limits.
Demand for services is up 30% in 3 years, while funding growth lags, leaving vital community work under-resourced.
Many operate on thin margins, pushed to their limits.
THE REAL ENGINE OF LOCAL CHANGE ISN'T WHAT YOU THINK.
June 27, 2025 at 4:11 PM
THE REAL ENGINE OF LOCAL CHANGE ISN'T WHAT YOU THINK.
With rising operational costs and economic uncertainty, many Canadian non-profits are facing a critical capacity gap. How is your organization adapting its strategies to navigate these financial pressures? #NonProfitChallenge #CdnNonProfit
June 27, 2025 at 1:48 PM
With rising operational costs and economic uncertainty, many Canadian non-profits are facing a critical capacity gap. How is your organization adapting its strategies to navigate these financial pressures? #NonProfitChallenge #CdnNonProfit
The increasing focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria in the corporate world opens up new avenues for partnership between businesses and non-profits.
June 26, 2025 at 4:21 PM
The increasing focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria in the corporate world opens up new avenues for partnership between businesses and non-profits.
Recent announcements from major Canadian foundations indicate a shift towards more flexible and trust-based funding models. This trend acknowledges the need for non-profits to have the autonomy to direct resources where they are most needed.
June 26, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Recent announcements from major Canadian foundations indicate a shift towards more flexible and trust-based funding models. This trend acknowledges the need for non-profits to have the autonomy to direct resources where they are most needed.
The Government of Canada has recently emphasized its commitment to supporting social innovation and social finance. This presents a unique opportunity for non-profits to explore new models for revenue generation and impact.
June 25, 2025 at 1:27 PM
The Government of Canada has recently emphasized its commitment to supporting social innovation and social finance. This presents a unique opportunity for non-profits to explore new models for revenue generation and impact.
The social purpose sector contributes an estimated 8.5% to the nation's GDP and employing millions. Despite this significant impact, many non-profits face persistent challenges in securing sustainable funding and adapting to new digital demands.
June 24, 2025 at 8:08 PM
The social purpose sector contributes an estimated 8.5% to the nation's GDP and employing millions. Despite this significant impact, many non-profits face persistent challenges in securing sustainable funding and adapting to new digital demands.