Good information can help you design or evaluate your programs. If you complete the four steps below before gathering any data, your data is more likely to be useful and relevant.
The job you do making the world a better place is rewarding, but it can be demanding. Recruiting and managing volunteers, ensuring each participant is eligible, or obtaining support for programs are all critical aspects of working in the social sector.
I have been so fortunate to meet leaders, staff, board members and participants in dozens of organizations over the years. Many have implemented a few simple steps that supported greater impact and sustainability in their organizations.
September always makes me excited for school. Even though I haven’t started school myself in years, I get to help my children get ready and the others around them. As someone who loves continuous learning and data, I’m always curious what the newest, most promising, and tried-and-true approaches are happening in education. The newest One of the approaches getting the most attention these days is using technology to deliver completely individualized instruction.
Many programs delivered by the nonprofit and public sectors are designed to help change people’s lives. For example:
A nonprofit focused on environmental justice hopes to get neighborhood residents involved in grass-roots activism, including calling policy makers, supporting candidates and monitoring environmental issues
A county public health department has implemented a number of incentives and opportunities to increase the numbers of people who choose to walk or bike for their regular commute
