Is Your Non-Profit Facing Challenges Navigating Today's Financial Landscape?
More than ever, in times of widespread funding cuts and overwhelming uncertainty, non-profits need the right resources to look out for their best interests.
Even in the best of times for non-profits, time staff and funds are always in short supply.
That's why Schooley Mitchell's model is designed for nonprofits - there are zero upfront cost for our services, our experts do the work, and we only get paid if/when we have helped reduce operating expenses such as telecom, supplies, waste removal, etc.
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For over two decades Schooley Mitchell has been empowering non-profits to thrive regardless of the economic climate
Schooley Mitchell has helped non-profits save tens of millions of dollars, so there is more money available to go towards advancing the non-profits mission. Why non-profits love our service:
- Negotiating Clout: over + clients
- Resources and subject matter expertise: nearly 500 analysts and consultants on staff
- Business model that removes the risk and time commitment for the non-profit
- Results: average annual savings of 25-40%
Education
$90K saved on a school district's telecom expenses, with no change in vendor.
45% in eSignature savings for a small, private college, on top of additional payment processing fees savings.
40% reduced for a school's waste collection fees, on top of additional data savings of 19%
Healthcare
42% in annual savings for an independent senior living center's garbage, recycling, and construction and development waste disposal fees.
$33K in annual merchant services savings for a skincare and spa business with several locations.
34% found for an dental office that provides comprehensive dentistry services, including orthodontics, on their telecom expenses.
Faith-Based Organizations
38% cost reduction on shipping expenses for an escrow company, on top of additional eSignature savings.
33% reduced wireless fees for an Austin-based woodworking systems and machinery group.
37% cost reduction for a mid-sized manufacturer's payment processing fees, even after they were sure we wouldn't identify savings.
Arts
$19K in annual payment processing savings for a golf course and country club
35% cost reduction for a seafood company’s waste expenses, on top of additional small package shipping expenses.
80% cost reduction for a cottage rental company’s local voice services
Public & Societal Benefit
$500K in waste disposal and wireless savings for a large, multi-location nonprofit organization.
52% cost reduction for a city's public library board merchant services expenses.
75% reduced for a nonprofit educational institution's small package shipping expenses.
School Systems & Municipalities
$500K in waste disposal and wireless savings for a large, multi-location nonprofit organization.
52% cost reduction for a city's public library board merchant services expenses.
75% reduced for a nonprofit educational institution's small package shipping expenses.
Senior Living
38% cost reduction on shipping expenses for an escrow company, on top of additional eSignature savings.
33% reduced wireless fees for an Austin-based woodworking systems and machinery group.
37% cost reduction for a mid-sized manufacturer's payment processing fees, even after they were sure we wouldn't identify savings.
Empowering Those with Disabilities
$90K saved on a school district's telecom expenses, with no change in vendor.
45% in eSignature savings for a small, private college, on top of additional payment processing fees savings.
40% reduced for a school's waste collection fees, on top of additional data savings of 19%
Healthcare
42% in annual savings for an independent senior living center's garbage, recycling, and construction and development waste disposal fees.
$33K in annual merchant services savings for a skincare and spa business with several locations.
34% found for an dental office that provides comprehensive dentistry services, including orthodontics, on their telecom expenses.
Our Cost Reduction Categories
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Telecom |
Wireless, landline, conferencing, data, internet, communication platforms |
Do you have mobile phones, desk phones, internet, hot spots, or communication platforms (zoom, 8x8, etc)? |
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Waste |
Trash, recycling, medical waste, hazardous waste, compost, and kitchen grease traps |
Do you have thirft stores, emergency or transitional housing, kitchens, pantries, or med clinics? |
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Merchant Services |
Credit card processing rates and feeds and cash discounting |
Do you accept credit cards for fundraising, thrift stores, donations platforms, and event-based sales? |
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Facility Supplies |
Cleaning, bathroom, office, coffee, water supplies, meal service items |
Do you need to purchase any supplies for normal day-to-day operations and functions? |
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Uniforms & Linens |
Sheets, pillow cases, towels, floor mats, and uniforms |
Do you procure linens and towels or use a third party laundry service to clean your linens or mats. Does your team wear uniforms or logoed apparel? |
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Fuel |
Gas, propane, fuel tanks |
Do you have a box truck, vans, transport vehicles, or outreach vehicles? |
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Software as a Service |
Software including Microsoft Office, Adobe, Google Workspace |
Do you have a staff of 10+ using computers daily? Do you have a client skills advancement program that includes computer training? |
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Electronic Logging Devices |
Fleet tracking for delivery vehicles, transport services |
Do you have any fleet vehicles that you track their location? |
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Compressed Gases |
Co2, Oxygen Tanks, Nitrogen, Acetylene |
Do you used compresseed gases in your food services, medical respite care, or skills training? |
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Small Package Shipping |
Shipping under 150 lbs. |
Do you ship boxes or other items (usually FedEx, UPS, USPS or similar)? Do you have desktop software for purchasing postage? |
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Less Than Truckload |
Freight under 15,000 lbs. |
Do you ever pay to ship anything on a pallet? |
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Office Supplies |
Stationery, Organizers, Paper, Ink & Toner, and Desk Supplies |
Do you employ more than 10 staff that regularly work on premises that utilize Office Supplies? |
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Packaging & Shipping Supplies |
Product Packaging, Packaging Filler, Boxes/Containers and Ancillary Supplies |
Retail, Manufacturing, eCommerce, Restaurants, Suppliers, Distributors |
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Breakroom Supplies |
Rental units and consumables |
Do you employ more than 25 staff that regularly work on premises with Vending machines, Coffee & Tea, Coffee rentals, Water Coolers, or jugs? |
Getting Started is Easy!
Step 1
Provide Us Invoices or Online Access
First, you provide us with the bills or online access to your vendors so we can establish a baseline of your current cost structure.


Sign our Letter of Agency & Service Agreement
You also sign a letter of agency so we can negotiate with your current vendors, because chances are you’re not looking to switch. You also sign our service agreement which covers our business terms.
Step 2
We do the Analysis & Negotiating.
This is where we use our benchmarking data to research options and negotiate better deals for you.


Set Up a Call to Introduce Our Specialist
We don't need much from you during this step, just a quick call to introduce our specialist who is doing the work.
Step 3
We Share Our Recommendations
Then we share our recommendations with you. You choose what to implement and we take it from there.

Our Team
A unique team shaped by experience and a motivation to be of service, assembled and dedicated to help nonprofits navigate today's financial challenges.

T.D. Thompson
Strategic-Partner

T.D. Thompson
Strategic-Partner
- Two decades of experience overseeing the financial and operational aspects of some of the largest commercial real estate portfolios in the country.
- Board of Directors for The Chase Home for Children (Portsmouth, NH)
- Passion: helping organizations that help give at-risk kids a fighting chance.

David Dow
Strategic-Partner

David Dow
Strategic-Partner
- After an impressive career in corporate America, he has dedicated his personal and professional life to serving non-profits' challenges.
- Co-founder of a 501(c)3 social enterprise benefitting women who have experience incarceration.
- Board Director of MCAC, a 120-year-old arts institution in Central IL.

Madeleine Borgia
Strategic-Partner

Madeleine Borgia
Strategic-Partner
- Former research scientist at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; MSci & PhD in Chemistry from Bristol and Cambridge (UK).
- Global experience in biomedical institutions, with a strong track record in managing funding effectively.
- Passionate about impact, helping educational and religious organizations maximize resources to better serve their communities and missions.

Adam Baker
Strategic-Partner

Adam Baker
Strategic-Partner
- Former United States Air Force Captain and Combat Veteran.
- Board member for a homeless shelter serving the nation's poorest zip code.
- Passion: supporting organizations dedicated to uplifting individuals and families experiencing homelessness.