The idea of strategic planning often feels complex and ambitious, but most organizations are already engaging in strategic thinking, the pre-cursor to strategic planning. Download Sheer Strategy's article for ten reasons why non-profits should prioritize formalizing that strategic thinking into a strategic plan.
The article also offers two handy tools to get you started on your way to strategic planning.
Evaluation is an integral component of any grant application. Funders want to know that your program or project will bear results. Professional evaluators can help review applications, develop evaluation questions that are aligned with project goals and objectives, and develop an evaluation framework. Read Dr. Kavita Mittapalli's blog on why organizations should consider evaluation services.
The 7 Traits of Ideal Board Members
In this article, Eric Jokinenadvises non-profit leaders to look for potential board members who have a genuine interest in the organization and truly care about the mission. It may seem obvious that passion should be a requirement, but it is important to say that it shouldn't be overlooked just because a candidate has other desirable qualities.