Sustainable Business Model Blueprint for CSPA

The Canadian Skin Patient Alliance (CSPA) is a registered charity that supports people affected by skin, hair and nail conditions. Our vision is a world where people affected by skin, hair and nail conditions live healthy and fulfilling lives. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of people across Canada affected by skin, hair and nail conditions through collaboration, advocacy and education.  To achieve our mission:  We raise awareness about the impacts of  skin conditions .  We  educate  on a variety of issues affecting skin patients, their families and caregivers.  We  advocate  for best care and treatment options for all skin patients.   We  facilitate patient engagement  in dermatological research. We support and collaborate with our  Affiliate Member  organizations that work with specific skin patient communities such as those living with acne, scleroderma, melanoma and psoriasis.  Currently, our organization is primarily funded through restricted funding from pharmaceutical companies. While this support has been instrumental, we aim to diversify our funding sources and develop a sustainable business model that fosters greater financial independence, enhances member engagement, and aligns with our mission. We are seeking expertise in non-profit business development, financial sustainability, and stakeholder collaboration to assist us in creating a new business model that ensures long-term viability and strengthens our alliance with affiliate members.