Darol Lucas
Chief Operating Officer | Nonprofit Leadership Expert
Architecting operational excellence and sustainable growth for mission-driven organizations across the nation. 5+ years building infrastructure that scales impact.
Driving Mission Success Through Operational Excellence
As a seasoned nonprofit COO with 5+ years of executive experience, I specialize in building the operational backbone that transforms vision into sustainable impact. From securing 501(c)(3) status to implementing multi-program infrastructures, I architect systems that enable nonprofits to scale effectively while maintaining compliance and maximizing donor confidence.
Nonprofit Operations & Strategy
End-to-end operational design and execution
Grant Compliance & Readiness
Federal and large-scale grant preparation
Revenue Diversification
Sustainable funding model development
Board Governance & Policy
Compliance and governance framework creation
Program Infrastructure
Multi-program delivery systems
Organizational Development
Capacity building and team leadership
Where Impact Meets Infrastructure
Single Fathers Network
Jan 2023 - PresentBuilt complete operational infrastructure for national 501(c)(3), managing 4 core verticals and 20+ volunteers. Secured nonprofit status, launched 5 programs including Fatherhood Blueprint Academy.
- Established 501(c)(3) nonprofit status and full operational framework
- Built volunteer management system supporting 20+ contributors
- Launched Fatherhood Blueprint Academy and 4 additional programs
- Developed strategic partnerships across 4 core service verticals
POKR Consulting
May 2022 - PresentLed nonprofit division development, created B2B engagement models and compliance infrastructure. Implemented technology stack and grant readiness frameworks.
- Designed and launched complete nonprofit consulting division
- Created scalable B2B engagement models for nonprofit clients
- Built comprehensive compliance and governance frameworks
- Implemented integrated technology stack for operational efficiency
The Better Black Business Initiative
Jan 2025 - PresentLaunched nonprofit counterpart supporting Black-owned businesses through capacity-building and capital access programs.
- Established operational foundation for new nonprofit entity
- Developed capacity-building programs for Black entrepreneurs
- Created capital access pathways and financial literacy initiatives
- Built community partnerships for sustainable business support
New Chance New Choice
Jun 2024 - PresentLeading behavioral health nonprofit operations for justice-impacted individuals, focusing on trauma-informed care and reentry programs.
- Established trauma-informed care protocols and operational systems
- Developed comprehensive reentry program infrastructure
- Created behavioral health service delivery frameworks
- Built partnerships with justice system and community resources
Measurable Impact, Sustainable Growth
From startup to fully operational nonprofits
Across legal, wellness, parenting, and financial verticals
Perfect track record with IRS and state requirements
Consistent executive-level nonprofit experience
Organizations prepared for major funding opportunities
Structured onboarding and management systems
Single Fathers Network
From concept to national 501(c)(3) in 12 months, serving fathers across multiple states with comprehensive support programs.