“At New Cottage Arts, we’ve had the privilege of partnering with Karen Wainscott and the Community Centric Development (CCD) team, and their impact has been nothing short of transformative. Karen brings deep care, clarity, and creativity into every conversation, making complex processes like fundraising strategy, community engagement, and organizational planning feel not only manageable but inspiring.

CCD’s approach is rooted in authentic relationship-building and equity, ensuring that youth, families, and community voices are centered in the work. Their support has helped us strengthen our internal systems, amplify our story, and position NCA for long-term sustainability while staying true to our values.

Karen and her team are more than consultants — they are trusted partners who walk alongside organizations, listening first, then providing tools and strategies that actually work. We are stronger, more connected, and more hopeful about our future because of CCD’s guidance. I cannot recommend them highly enough to any organization seeking to grow in alignment with its mission and community.”

— Victor Ngo-Smith

Founder & Executive Director, New Cottage Arts