The Risks of Poor Evaluation Research Imagine this: Your organization launches a new program based on what seems like a great idea. You invest time, money, and other resources, but after a year, the results are underwhelming. You’re left wondering: What went wrong? This scenario happens all too often when research isn’t used effectively to […]
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Nonprofit organizations rely on logic models and theories of change (ToC) to effectively design, implement, and evaluate their programs. However, while these tools are invaluable, creating and using them well requires careful planning and attention to detail. This blog outlines best practices for logic models that help nonprofit leaders plan, communicate, and adapt their programs
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The Roadmap to Success with Planning and Evaluation Tools For nonprofit organizations, achieving measurable impact requires more than good intentions. In other words, it demands a clear, actionable roadmap that connects the organization’s mission to tangible outcomes. Logic models and theories of change (ToC) are two powerful tools that provide this clarity. These frameworks define
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Transforming Goals Into Action For nonprofits, creating a strong evaluation plan is essential for measuring success, improving services, and securing funding. In this post, we’ll walk through how to build a nonprofit evaluation plan, including both process and outcome evaluations, using real-world examples tailored to nonprofit operations. Process Evaluation Plans: Monitoring Success in Real-Time Process
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Why Evaluation Matters In the nonprofit world, the pressure to demonstrate impact and accountability is higher than ever. Evaluation planning is a powerful tool for nonprofits to assess their effectiveness, optimize resource allocation, and build trust with funders and stakeholders. Whether your nonprofit focuses on education, health, environmental conservation, or social justice, a robust evaluation
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In a world where markets shift overnight, competition is fierce, and disruption is the norm, data-driven decision-making separates thriving organizations from those left behind. Successful leaders don’t rely on intuition alone. Instead, they leverage research to anticipate trends and evaluation to refine strategies in real time. Otherwise, without these tools, businesses risk making costly missteps,
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In today’s data-driven world, leaders across industries – whether in business, healthcare, education, government, or the nonprofit sector – need solid evidence to make informed decisions. But when it comes to gathering and analyzing information, two terms often get confused: research and evaluation. Are they the same? Not quite. Think of research as exploring uncharted
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Effective leadership hinges on the ability to adapt and make informed decisions. More importantly, research and evaluation are at the forefront of this process, providing essential insights that drive strategic decisions and success. This year, REC blogs will focus on how to support your organization with research and evaluation. Additionally, we will highlight how leaders
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If your organization wants to succeed and continue growing, you must evaluate your services. You have to reach your consumers in an effective manner and collect quality data. In 2021, Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity conducted an Impact Study with REC that examined homeowner experiences. They used these findings to make data-driven decisions about their programs,
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Now that you have already found and researched your target audience and created your survey – all you have to do is send it out, right? Nope! You have already done so much work; now it is time to finish strong! A simple way to strengthen your study is by creating a follow-up plan. Research
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