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Reporting is an activity that many view begrudgingly as a useless requirement. I have seen this in both the public and private sector where tracking and reporting on activities and funds is seen as a time suck that gets in the way of “the real work”. I have been surprised by the degree to which … Continue reading Transforming Reporting from Burden to Benefit
In the competitive world of grant funding, organizations must master the art of balancing two seemingly contrasting elements: the measurable deliverables funders demand and the qualitative human impact that inspires. By weaving these aspects together effectively, you can craft a grant application that not only meets funders’ criteria but also resonates with their deeper motivations. … Continue reading Bridging Numbers and Narratives: Communicating the Qualitative Human Impact in Grant Applications
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are essential tools that enable nonprofit organizations to measure their effectiveness, track progress, and identify areas for improvement. By establishing clear, measurable KPIs, nonprofits can ensure their programs align with their mission and deliver tangible results. Understanding KPIs in the Nonprofit Context A KPI is a quantifiable measure that reflects how … Continue reading How to Leverage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to Improve Nonprofit Programs
Policy analysis is a critical process in shaping effective public policies that address societal challenges. It involves assessing existing policies, exploring alternatives, and recommending actionable solutions based on evidence and sound reasoning. By understanding the intricate interplay of factors influencing policy decisions, we can approach complex issues more effectively. This blog explores the essential components … Continue reading The Core Components of Effective Policy Analysis
What do you mean by narrative logic model? Most simply put a logic model is an articulation of how your program / project / business works, what inputs there are, what happens, and what the results are. So a narrative logic model is taking a logic model and putting into a narrative format to provide … Continue reading Narrative Logic Model in Grant Writing
Homelessness is a serious problem across the country but particularly so in the states on the west coast. A first and key step in addressing any major social issue is to clearly define goals and how to track progress towards those goals. Unfortunately, the homelessness system in Oregon is not geared toward realistic goals, does … Continue reading Oregon Homelessness Performance Metrics Brief
Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Defined A key performance indicator or KPI on the surface is what it sounds like, it is something that tells you how you / your business / organization / program / project are doing in critical areas of operation. While this is straightforward in a basic logical sense, developing, tracking, and … Continue reading Developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
All organizations / businesses use data in some shape or form. Whether it’s cutting edge AI and other technology or carbon copy receipt books your organization / business has and uses data on a daily basis in some shape or form. The question is not should I use data in my operations or not, but … Continue reading Using Data for Beginners
I have worked on both sides of grant funding as a grantee and a grantor, and I have taken that experience into the realm of grant writing as consultant. Grant writing can seem pretty straightforward on the surface, just answer the questions on the grant application and clearly state the need and what you plan … Continue reading Grant Writing – Basic Tips
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