Mission-Driven Transformation: A Conversation with MercyFirst

MercyFirst streamlines financial operations and reinvests savings into programs serving NYC’s children.

At BTQ’s 2025 AMPLIFY event, MercyFirst CEO Renee Skolaski shared the story of the organization’s financial evolution. Alongside BTQ’s Andrew Perumal and Eduard Bulku, Skolaski discussed moving from siloed, manual processes to a modernized fiscal model that drove organizational stability.

These improvements directly enabled MercyFirst to reinvest in its workforce with COLAs and retirement contributions, proving that financial health is the bedrock of mission-driven success.

This session offers a practical look at how meaningful financial partnerships can help nonprofit leaders improve operations, navigate change, and build a stronger foundation for growth.