By solving one problem: getting people to see that individual outcomes are not solely a product of individual choices and decisions, we risk tapping into the vein of fatalism that runs robust when it comes to the prospect of changing systems. We Need to Talk About How We Talk About Read more…
There comes a special time in every social impact organization’s development: that magic moment when “a plan” becomes desired and sought. Organizations that invest resources towards development planning gain the ability to identify and act upon resource opportunities for sustainability and growth. Social impact organization also seek to build its Read more…
When thinking about development planning, many organizations focus on fundraising specifically. Fundraising is an important actvity for organizations. But it is not the only effort undertaken by organizations to build, retain, and sustain resources that are needed for success. By emphasizing development, organizations provide a context for planning sustainability and Read more…
“Common goals — the broad outcomes you seek via communications — include engaging your community to keep people inspired and active in your work, raising awareness of issues to educate people on your cause, advocating on your issues, brand building/reputation management, and fundraising from individuals. Common strategies — the marketing Read more…
Organizations want to know if they are achieving their goals. They want to know how and when they reach their strategic objectives. They want a sense of the effort and resources needed to be successful in their ambitions. Without a sense of how well they function, organizations face challenges in Read more…