Discover the essential "ingredients" for effective evaluation in nonprofits and community work. Learn how to choose meaningful metrics that align with your mission, build trust, and showcase impact. Start telling your organization’s story with data that matters.

In the nonprofit world, making an impact is just as important as knowing how to measure it—and that’s where a good evaluation plan comes in. It’s more than just numbers; it’s about getting a clear picture of how your work is affecting the people and communities you care about.

Understanding the impact of your programs isn’t just about collecting data; it’s about truly grasping how effective your efforts are and where improvements are needed. That’s where evaluation comes in. It’s not just a tool; it’s essential for enhancing the effectiveness of the great work you do in the communities you serve.

You are someone with a huge desire to make a difference and move your coalition to action. Effective meetings will get your community excited about being part of the change.

Here is one activity I often use when I facilitate a community meeting or training.

Sometimes things don’t go as you planned. You loose an important partner, loose funding….you know. Life happens.