The Contingent

The Contingent is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Oregon, classified under the categories of community improvement and capacity building, as well as community and neighborhood development. The organization is designed to address large-scale injustices and vulnerabilities within society by fostering collaborative community efforts.

Mission and Activities

The Contingent aims to create a systemic shift by empowering leaders and mobilizing communities to tackle social challenges. It focuses on developing new approaches to linking communities and addressing social issues collectively. Key initiatives include supporting children and families impacted by foster care and empowering diverse talent among young professionals.

Initiatives

• Every Child: Focuses on supporting foster care systems by increasing the recruitment and retention of foster families and improving outcomes for children in crisis.
• Survival is Not Enough (SINE): Details about this initiative are not extensively outlined, but it fits within The Contingent's broader mission of community support.
• Emerging Leaders: This program is designed to develop leadership skills among young professionals, particularly from diverse backgrounds.
• Ready to Rise and Act Six Scholarship: These initiatives further support young leaders in their educational and professional development.

Technology and Partnerships

The Contingent has invested significantly in technology, particularly through a partnership with Microsoft's Cloud for Nonprofit. This collaboration includes tools like Dynamics 365, Azure, Power Pages, and Power BI. This technological infrastructure has allowed The Contingent to scale its programs more efficiently, especially during the pandemic, leading to increased adoption inquiries and national expansion.

Impact

The organization's work has gained national attention, earning recognition for its innovative responses to community challenges. Its success in Oregon's foster care system led to state-wide responsibility for foster family recruitment and expansion of initiatives into other states like Arkansas and Indiana.

Financials

The Contingent primarily relies on contributions and program services for revenue, with significant totals in both fiscal years 2022 and 2023. The organization spends a substantial portion of its budget on employee wages and executive compensation.

Recognition

The Contingent has been recognized for its scalable solutions and community engagement strategies, drawing attention from government officials across multiple jurisdictions in the U.S.

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