About
Community-Led Solutions (CLS) is a social impact consulting firm specializing in research and evaluation, strategy, and systems change. CLS was founded in 2022 by Thérèse Fitzgerald, PhD, MSW, a researcher, sociologist, and social worker with over 25 years of experience in education, health, and human services. We help organizations demonstrate impact, strengthen programs, address complex challenges, and build sustainable community solutions. Our firm combines rigorous research and data analytics with strategies that center equity and community insight. Drawing on a broad interdisciplinary team and strong partnerships, CLS is guided by a deep commitment to listening, understanding complex cultural dynamics, and building trust. Our approach fosters sustainability while driving systemic change for the organizations and communities we serve.