The mission needs your attention.
So does that staff issue that won’t wait.

HR consulting for nonprofits

When a staff complaint or a difficult personnel decision lands on your desk, you need an experienced HR partner to help you work through it. Peale Piper supports nonprofit leaders with senior HR guidance and hands-on work that account for your board, your mission, and the team you have.

The same staff issue is back on your calendar.

You've had the conversation with the manager, but the behavior hasn't changed. A complaint needs a response, and your operations lead isn't sure how to handle it.

These issues need time and experience to resolve. Without dedicated HR support, the follow-up stays with leaders who are already responsible for running the organization.

A few of our nonprofit clients

How we help

We work with you to understand the issue you are experiencing, recommend a course of action, and carry out the HR work. That might mean preparing for a difficult conversation, addressing a policy gap, or helping a manager follow through on expectations.

Your staff get clearer answers about what to expect. Leaders have support for decisions they need to explain to the board, and fewer unresolved HR issues competing for their attention.


You need ongoing HR leadership.

We work alongside your leadership team and lead the day-to-day HR work.

You want senior advice as issues arise.

Talk through a decision with an experienced HR partner who understands your organization.

You have a defined piece of work to finish.

Get help with a handbook, performance management, or another HR project.




Your HR leader has left and you need continuity.

Keep the HR work moving while you find your next HR leader.


Your managers need help leading staff.

Build their ability to set expectations, give useful feedback, and address performance problems.


Frequently asked questions

What needs your attention right now?

Tell us what’s happening in your organization and let’s talk through how dedicated HR support can help.