Welcome to Freya + Co
Consulting for mission-driven change makers
Freya + Co partners with government agencies, foundations, and nonprofit networks to turn complex ideas into meaningful action. Our work combines strategic planning, evaluation, and collaborative facilitation to help organizations navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.
Grounded in equity and shaped by partnership, we design processes that make space for community wisdom and practical decision-making.
Field Notes
Reflections on leadership, systems change, and collaboration.
What we do
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Strategic Planning
We guide organizations through collaborative planning processes that clarify vision, align stakeholders, and set a clear course for the future. Our approach emphasizes equity, community input, and achievable goals.
What this can include:
Strategic and operational planning
Retreat facilitation and board engagement
Visioning and prioritization
Equity-focused strategy development
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Evaluation & Learning
We design and implement evaluations that help organizations learn, improve, and tell their story. Our methods are participatory and aligned with developmental and utilization-focused approaches.
What this can include:
Developmental evaluation
Theory of change and logic model development
Outcome tracking and measurement planning
Mixed-methods data collection and analysis
Evaluation capacity building
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Facilitation & Convening
We create thoughtful, inclusive spaces for conversation, decision-making, and collaboration. Whether online, in person, or hybrid. From small teams to statewide stakeholder groups, we bring structure and heart to the table.
What this can include:
Retreat and meeting facilitation
Community and stakeholder engagement
Multi-sector collaboration
Consensus-building and process design
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Capacity Building
We offer practical, relationship-based support to strengthen the people, practices, and policies that power your organization. Our coaching and technical assistance are grounded in empathy, curiosity, and care.
What this can include:
Organizational development support
Coaching for leaders and teams
Association and coalition management
Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) administration and debriefing
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Grant Development
We support grant writing and fundraising efforts that reflect your mission and meet funders where they are. Our development services are tailored to elevate your voice, align with your values, and build sustainability.
What this can include:
Grant writing and proposal development
Fundraising strategy and stewardship planning
Case statements and program narratives
Funder research and relationship building
Who we work with
We work best with people who care deeply.
Our clients include public health departments, statewide coalitions, youth-serving organizations, equity-centered nonprofits, and foundations supporting community change. Many are based in Minnesota, and many are women leaders, racial equity advocates, or systems thinkers.
We’re honored to walk alongside them.
“Thank you for consistently engaging your whole being to address the needs of our community. Thank you for being a true advocate for youth.”
—Hanna G., Executive Director, Face to Face
“Liz brought clarity and structure to a complex statewide planning process. Through thoughtful facilitation and strategic design, she helped our Steering Committee engage meaningfully, prioritize effectively, and finalize the Minnesota Cancer Plan with confidence. Her ability to translate broad input into clear, actionable strategies, and engage leaders at every level, made her an invaluable partner.”
“Freya + Co brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to every project. Liz is a skilled facilitator and strategic thinker who consistently helps our team move from big-picture vision to clear, actionable next steps. We’ve benefitted greatly from her leadership and insight. ”
Why Freya + Co?
Because impact needs more than ideas. It needs structure, relationships, and trust.
Freya + Co brings over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit and public sectors. Our approach is collaborative, honest, and adaptive. We ask good questions. We build strong processes. We help you connect the dots between vision and action.
State of Minnesota Equity Select Vendor
Certified Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) Administrator
Woman-owned business based in Minnesota
Let’s build something that lasts.
Ready to get started?
Together we can take the next step.