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We help foundations and nonprofits see what's working, what isn’t, and how to talk about it with confidence.

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Good work deserves proof.

Every nonprofit wants to know their work is making a difference. Every funder wants to know their money is too.

The hard part is proving it.

Carr Hanes Consulting partners with both sides to build the systems and clarity that turn good intentions into evidence, so you can make smarter decisions, strengthen your programs, and tell your impact story with confidence.

Carr Hanes Consulting brings experience
from every side of the social sector.

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WHAT WE’VE DONE

We’ve reviewed and managed hundreds of grants, overseen portfolios of up to $20 million, built evaluation and data systems, led impact strategy, and worked alongside program teams to turn what’s happening on the ground into evidence that funders and organizational leaders can actually use.

HOW IT SHAPES OUR WORK

That range of experience shapes how we work. We understand what funders are looking for, what leaders need to make decisions, and what it realistically takes for program teams to collect data, demonstrate impact, and deliver on their goals.

What evaluation makes possible

Six dark blue circles with white text outlining grant strategy: catch problems before they cost you a grant, separate what works, replace guesswork with proof, win the next grant, make the case for more investment, and identify what creates the greatest return.
Six dark blue circles with white text outlining grant strategy: catch problems early, separate effective efforts, use proof, win the next grant, justify investment, and maximize mission returns.

Ready to see what your data can tell you?

Whether you're preparing for your next grant cycle or rethinking how you measure impact across a portfolio, let's talk about where you are and where you want to go.

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