Community Research Partners (CRP) is a unique collaboration between the city of Columbus, United Way of Central Ohio, the John Glenn School of Public Affairs at The Ohio State University, and the Franklin County Commissioners. A nonprofit research center that provides cutting edge research, community-based information, and data evaluation, CRP came to Benefactor Group to strengthen and focus its diverse board. Counsel specially tailored a board retreat to teach governance skills and strategies through individualized member assessments, coaching, and guidance.