Non-Profit Advisory Services to Help You Lead With Purpose and Precision

Support for the Mission-Minded

Nonprofit work demands passion, but passion alone does not write bylaws, file 501(c)(3) paperwork, or manage board conflicts. That is where Smith Mediation Center steps in.

We advise new and established nonprofit leaders with practical, personalized support for everything from formation and compliance to leadership structure and growth planning. Whether you are launching a grassroots organization or scaling an established foundation, we help you stay aligned with your mission without getting buried in red tape.

Serving clients nationwide via confidential virtual sessions with locations in Michigan and Maryland

Book your consultation today: (248) 646-8000.

We Understand That Purpose Does not Equal Simplicity

Running a mission-driven organization means wearing many hats such as founder, fundraiser, HR, legal reviewer, and board manager, often all at once. You are juggling impact with infrastructure, and every decision feels like it affects lives.

We are here to make that load lighter by offering structured guidance rooted in decades of legal, business, and advisory experience.

Non-Profit Advisory Services Include:

  • 501(c)(3) Application Support
  • Mission and Vision Clarity
  • Board Governance Structuring
  • Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation Review
  • Fundraising Strategy and Compliance
  • HR Policy and Employee Handbook Development
  • Conflict Resolution Between Staff or Board
  • Growth and Succession Planning
  • Strategic Advisory Sessions for Founders and Directors

New Non-Profit? Let us Build a Strong, Compliant Foundation.

You have the passion, we will help you translate that into a legal structure that supports growth and protects your mission.

With Smith Mediation Center, you will receive step-by-step guidance through:

  • Choosing the right legal structure
  • Drafting effective bylaws and internal procedures
  • Preparing and filing your 501(c)(3) application
  • Setting up your first board or advisory council
  • Creating internal documentation for long-term sustainability

You do not have to guess your way through compliance. We will walk with you through every step of the process clearly and calmly.

Established Non-Profit? Let us Optimize What You have Built

Even mature organizations need periodic recalibration. We work with nonprofits experiencing:

  • Mission drift
  • Board dysfunction
  • Staff burnout
  • Donor engagement fatigue
  • Poor internal communication
  • Operational bottlenecks

Through strategic advisory sessions, leadership coaching, and compliance reviews, we will help you get back on track and back to doing what matters most: serving your community.

New Non-Profit? Let us Build a Strong, Compliant Foundation.

You have the passion, we will help you translate that into a legal structure that supports growth and protects your mission.

With Smith Mediation Center, you will receive step-by-step guidance through:

  • Choosing the right legal structure
  • Drafting effective bylaws and internal procedures
  • Preparing and filing your 501(c)(3) application
  • Setting up your first board or advisory council
  • Creating internal documentation for long-term sustainability

You do not have to guess your way through compliance. We will walk with you through every step of the process clearly and calmly.

Established Non-Profit? Let us Optimize What You have Built

Even mature organizations need periodic recalibration. We work with nonprofits experiencing:

  • Mission drift
  • Board dysfunction
  • Staff burnout
  • Donor engagement fatigue
  • Poor internal communication
  • Operational bottlenecks

Through strategic advisory sessions, leadership coaching, and compliance reviews, we will help you get back on track and back to doing what matters most: serving your community.

You Do not Have to Do This Alone

We know the emotional weight of nonprofit work. The stakes feel high. The boundaries feel blurry. And burnout is real.

With us, you get more than compliance, you get clarity. You get more than legal templates, you get human insight from professionals who understand the unique pressures of running a mission-driven organization.

Let us be your partner in structure, stability, and sustainable impact.

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Our Process: Strategic, Supportive, and Simple

Step 1: Discovery & Assessment

We begin with a discovery call to understand your goals, challenges, and organizational structure.

Step 2: Customized Planning

From compliance audits to leadership development, we will map out a plan tailored to your current stage of growth.

Step 3: Implementation Support

You will receive practical tools, document templates, and one-on-one guidance to help you execute with confidence.

No jargon. No overwhelm. Just straightforward support designed for mission-driven people doing meaningful work.

Let us Protect Your Mission and Multiply Your Impact

If you are serious about doing good, you need a strong foundation. Let us help you build one or reinforce the one you already have.


Call Smith Mediation Center at  (248) 646-8000.

Serving clients nationwide with locations in Michigan and Maryland

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