Our Services
Neighbors, not outsiders.
We are Houston-based and national in scope. We conduct qualitative and quantitative research for nonprofits in Texas and across the U.S. Our studies include database and document reviews, interviews, and observations. We conduct focus groups and individual interviews to hear the lived experience of the community. We also design and deliver research workshops to help staff and community partners develop their skills and data analysis for social impact.
Our work is community/organizational research and evaluation, not consumer product testing or traditional market research.
Technical assistance & coaching
We support organizational priorities and strategic planning by providing technical assistance and coaching to executive and other organizational staff. We equip them with knowledge, tools, and processes to strengthen the organization.
Includes:
- One-on-one coaching meetings
- Program goals and learning outcomes development
Community engineering
We strengthen communities through equity-driven strategy, facilitation, and leadership development, often via a tailored research workshop series.
Includes:
- Youth and Adult Leadership Development
- Retreat Facilitation
- Diversity and Cultural Competency
- Community engagement research practices
Research, assessment, and planning
We help you frame the right questions, gather meaningful data, analyze it rigorously, and communicate findings people can use.
Includes:
- Qualitative Research (e.g., ethnography, case studies, thematic analysis)
- Interviews, focus groups for non-profit organizations, and action-based research
- Program Assessment, Measurement & Evaluation
- Quantitative Research (e.g. survey development, rubrics, analysis of large accessible datasets)
- Strategic Research Planning (for multi-site research studies)
Community-Centered. Human-Focused.
Knowledge Shared.