Innovating Giving Back…
Revolutionizing Nonprofit Growth, Impact & Opportunity
At Prime For Change (PFC), we’re shaking things up for nonprofits! With our innovative hub-and-spoke model, we help smaller organizations grow, thrive, and make a bigger impact. From funding support to resource sharing, we turn challenges into opportunities and collaboration into success. Together, we’re a coalition transforming nonprofits into unstoppable forces for good! With the help of Prime Proposal Group (PPG) and Prime Grants, we are changing the game.
Let’s Build Together…
Unlike traditional nonprofit frameworks, where organizations often operate in silos, PFC unites smaller nonprofits under a shared mission while allowing them to retain their unique identities. By centralizing resources, expertise, and strategic support, we foster an ecosystem of collaboration that amplifies each organization’s strengths and impact.
How We Support
Nonprofit Success…
Collaborative Hub-and-Spoke Model
Strategically, we bring smaller nonprofits together under a unified vision, creating a centralized hub that serves as a powerhouse for resources, expertise, and collaboration. Our innovative hub-and-spoke model allows nonprofits to retain their unique missions while benefiting from shared knowledge, tools, and partnerships. By fostering a culture of teamwork, we help amplify the collective impact of these organizations, enabling them to reach more communities, address larger challenges, and achieve greater success than they could alone.
Tailored Capacity
Building
We understand that every nonprofit is unique, with its own goals, challenges, and needs. That’s why our capacity-building services are tailored to fit the specific requirements of each organization. From strategic planning and leadership development to operational improvements and program design, we provide customized guidance that strengthens nonprofits at their core. By equipping them with the skills and strategies to thrive, we empower these organizations to achieve long-term sustainability and effectiveness.
Empowering Revenue Generation
Funding is the lifeblood of any nonprofit, but securing it isn’t enough. At Prime For Change, we go beyond helping nonprofits win grants—we develop sustainable revenue models that provide stability and growth opportunities. Through innovative funding strategies, donor cultivation, and diversification of income streams, we empower organizations to generate their own revenue while staying true to their missions. Our approach ensures nonprofits can grow independently, expand their reach, and create lasting impact in the communities they serve.
“I brainstormed Prime For Change because I saw the untapped potential in smaller nonprofits that were doing incredible work but lacked the resources and support to reach their full impact. Collaboration is the key to transforming communities, and I wanted to create a space where these organizations could thrive together, share resources, and win big. It’s about breaking barriers, amplifying voices, and making meaningful change—together.”
— Tammy Brownlee, Founder of Prime For Change
Collaboration to Lead Change…
We were founded on the believe that true transformation happens when people and organizations come together with a shared purpose. Our approach is built on the power of collaboration, uniting nonprofits, experts, and community leaders to create innovative solutions that address pressing challenges. By pooling resources, ideas, and expertise, we amplify impact and drive sustainable change in ways that individual efforts alone could never achieve.
Collaboration isn’t just about working together—it’s about building trust, fostering innovation, and creating a network of support that empowers everyone involved. At PFC, we lead change by breaking down silos, encouraging teamwork, and inspiring a collective vision for stronger communities.
One Summer Chicago | Chicagobility 2025
1st Annual Softball Showdown…
As part of our summer youth job training program, we are battling against our colleagues to teach our youth that learning can be fun…
Young Creatives
& Entrepreneurs
Big shoutout to Leadership Coach Chantrelle Cross and our creative rockstar Carolina! Carolina sketched the original logo for “Snowballs On The Go”, a cool youth-led business selling snow cones at our upcoming softball showdown. The team used Ai to turn her drawing into a digital masterpiece, and Chantrelle taught them how to press the design onto t-shirts. Who knew learning could be this sweet? Tech + creativity = unstoppable!
Evidence-Based Services
Youth Development, Life Skills Building, Career Pathways & Workforce Development
At PFC, we are deeply committed to uplifting communities by focusing on key areas that drive personal and professional growth. Our Youth Development initiatives inspire and mentor the next generation, equipping them with the tools and confidence to reach their full potential. In fact, our grant-funded One Summer Chicago program, Prime Future Entrepreneurs, equips youth to become owners and leaders-not just employees. Through Life Skills Building, we provide practical training that empowers individuals to navigate everyday challenges with resilience and self-assurance. Our Career Pathways programs open doors to meaningful employment opportunities, while our Workforce Development efforts prepare participants with the skills, knowledge, and connections needed to thrive in competitive job markets.
Barrier Reduction, Victim Support Services, Community Outreach & Economic Development
We are also dedicated to building stronger, safer communities through impactful initiatives. Our Barrier Reduction and Victim Support Services like our grant-funded Safe from the Start program address root causes and promote independence by providing referrals, mental health support, and resources to deserving participants. Through Community Outreach & Engagement, we connect with residents directly, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met while cultivating trust and collaboration. Additionally, our Economic Development efforts focus on creating opportunities and reducing disparities for financial stability and growth, empowering individuals and businesses to thrive.
Tech is the Future…
An innovative pre-apprenticeship program dedicated to empowering youth with access to high-quality education and hands-on training in cutting-edge technology fields. By fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, our 12-week curriculum prepares our participants to become future innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the tech industry.
Contractor Collaborators
Coalition Partners & Team Members
Our Founder & Visionary…
Tammy Brownlee, MBA
For more than half my life, I’ve been dedicated to helping nonprofits secure multi-millions in grants and for-profits win RFPs, opening funding opportunities across the U.S. and the Caribbean. Over time, I noticed a recurring challenge: while I was able to secure funding for many organizations, they often lacked the support, structure, and collaboration needed to sustain and maximize their growth. I won the opportunity and they were lost. They needed support. That realization inspired the creation of Prime For Change (PFC)—a nonprofit designed to bridge that gap and to serve communities in need by creating dream teams.
At PFC, we bring smaller nonprofits onto our team, providing the resources and guidance they need to strengthen their programs, personnel, and impact. With tens of millions already secured in Illinois, I launched this initiative in my hometown with the vision of expanding it to cities nationwide. My passion lies in giving back and ensuring smaller nonprofits receive the opportunities, guidance, and recognition they deserve.
Interested In Joining A Program?
Become a Collaborator
or Subawardee
Are you a nonprofit or organization looking to make a bigger impact in your community? At Prime For Change, we believe in the power of collaboration. By becoming a collaborator or subawardee, you’ll join a network of like-minded organizations working together to secure funding, share resources, and amplify your mission. Together, we can achieve more, reach further, and create lasting change.
Donate to PFC
Prime For Change is flipping the script on giving back - and your donation makes it all possible. From youth to workforce development and support services, we equip young deserving participants with the real-world tools they need to lead, earn, and own their future. Whether you give $100 or sponsor a teen’s full experience for $1,000, you’re investing in the next entrepreneur, educator, or CEO coming straight out of Chicago’s South Side. Donate today, because the future doesn’t fund itself (but you can help).