Think Tank Inc. is a management support organization providing non-profits with management tools, strategies, and resources to lead change in their communities.
In September 2005 Marlo Fox, Karin VanZant and Ellen Waild began meeting to establish a work plan for what was to become Think Tank, Inc. These women were seeking an opportunity to serve a need in the Springfield, Ohio community. The need was for one organization to offer capacity building, training and technical assistance, and meeting space for health and human service organizations locally. The social service network in Clark County, Ohio was very strong from a program perspective; however, the organizations operating these programs often did not have the infrastructure to be able to sustain services.
Think Tank Inc. was incorporated in November 2005 and held its first board meeting in April 2006. At present, Think Tank has eight (8) active board members representing private for profit, non-profit, faith based and higher education. Think Tank attributes its early success to its ability to strategically partner with the right organizations, the integrity and reputation of its staff and volunteers and, by the grace of God, the opportunity to address unmet needs in the community.
Think Tank Inc. believes that there are many challenges facing our community and that there are committed people and organizations with solutions. Our success will depend upon relationships built with individuals and organizations in the community. We see the value in working with problem solvers to improve their chances of success at alleviating poverty and creating a sustainable, prosperous community.
