Too many mission-driven projects struggle not because the vision is wrong — but because the foundation isn’t ready.
CM Tate provides structured guidance before capital is deployed and steady leadership through execution.
Our approach includes:
• Development Readiness Assessment™
• Governance & Capital Stack Alignment
• Owner’s Representative Services
• Asset Management Advisory
Every engagement begins with readiness.
CM Tate is a mission-driven development advisory platform helping nonprofits and charter schools assess readiness, align governance, and execute complex capital projects responsibly.
We serve leaders who value clarity, accountability, and long-term community impact. CM Tate combines deep development management experience with a standardized framework designed specifically for mission-driven organizations navigating complex, multi-source capital projects.
We serve leaders who value clarity, accountability, and long-term community impact.
Washington, DC
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
Washington, DC
New construction of a 50,000 SF mixed-use development to include seventy (70) senior affordable housing units and a commercial...
Birmingham, AL
Legacy Prep Charter School
Birmingham, AL
Renovation of a 27,000 SF former Boys & Girls Club into a grades 5-8 school. The scope included creating additional classroom...
Washington, DC
Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) Smilow Campus Facility Expansion
Washington, DC
Renovation of an existing 78,000 square foot elementary school by adding new construction of a 45,000 square foot middle...