Introduction: Basic Strategic Planning for Nonprofit Organizations
Module 1: Introduction to Strategic Planning in Nonprofits
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Understanding the role of strategic planning in nonprofit organizations.
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Differentiating between strategic planning and operational planning.
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Importance of alignment with the organization's mission and vision.
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Case study: Redesigning program offerings for a youth empowerment nonprofit.
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Section Summary
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Module 1: Knowledge Check
Module 2: Environmental Analysis and Stakeholder Engagement
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Conducting a SWOT analysis: Identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
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Analyzing the nonprofit's internal and external environment.
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Identifying key stakeholders and their interests.
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Case study: Adapting to changing donor preferences in a global health nonprofit.
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Section summary
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Module 2: Knowledge Check
Module 3: Crafting the Nonprofit's Mission, Vision, and Values
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Developing a compelling mission statement that reflects the organization's purpose.
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Creating a visionary statement that outlines the desired future state.
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Defining the nonprofit's core values to guide decision-making.
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Case study: Aligning mission, vision, and values for an environmental conservation nonprofit.
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Module 3: Knowledge Check
Module 4: Goal Setting and Strategy Formulation
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Setting clear and measurable strategic goals aligned with the mission and vision.
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Selecting appropriate strategies to achieve the established goals.
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Creating an action plan with timelines and responsibilities.
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Case study: Expanding outreach and impact for a community development nonprofit.
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Section summary
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Module 4: Knowledge Check
Module 5: Implementation, Monitoring, and Adaptation
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Executing the strategic plan effectively across the organization.
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Establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress.
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Regularly monitoring and evaluating the plan's implementation.
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Adapting the plan based on feedback and changing circumstances.
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Case study: Navigating disruptions and adjusting strategies in a disaster relief nonprofit.
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Section summary
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Module 5: Knowledge Check
Final Notes
