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When do you need a Feasibility Study?
Whether you call it a feasibility study, a needs assessment, or a readiness assessment, you typically need one when your organization is considering a significant initiative such as a capital fundraising campaign, adding a new program or service, or expanding into a...
2018 Indy Big Data Conference Visualization Challenge Summary
Our TCG team recently presented at the Fifth Annual Indy Big Data Conference for the Visualization Challenge (read about some of our lessons learned here). This year’s challenge focused on improving Indiana’s talent pipeline and workforce. Participating teams were...
Your Project Is Feasible. Now How Do You Implement It?
You completed a feasibility study and found out that your project is feasible! Now it’s time for the work of actually implementing your project or new program. What are your next steps? Your implementation plan will include 4 focus areas: program design, staff,...
Getting the Most Out of Your Needs Assessment
Recently, Transform Consulting Group finished the annual needs assessment for the Indiana Head Start State Collaboration Office (IHSSCO). Each Head Start State Collaboration Office is required to submit a needs assessment annually, which informs its strategic plan...
What is the Breakeven Point for Your Early Childhood Education Program?
For early childhood education programs and other nonprofits, knowing the organization's "breakeven point." This is where your expenses and revenue break even, meaning you have enough funding to run your program. Operating a high-quality early childhood education...
3 Steps for Creating a Fund Development Case Statement
A fund development case statement is a broad three- to five-page overview of your nonprofit organization that highlights who you are and what sets you apart from other similar nonprofits. Your case statement sets a foundation for grant applications and donation...
Benchmarking Organizations Similar To Yours
If you are looking to make a change in your organization, then you may want to start by benchmarking the practices of organizations similar to yours. There’s no need to spend your valuable time and energy reinventing the wheel. There are other organizations with...
Looking for Grants? Learn About Funders with Foundation Directory Online!
Whether you’re a seasoned grant writer or just starting out, finding possible grant opportunities can be challenging. In today’s information age, the internet is an incredible resource to find information on potential funders. However, not all funders who award grants...
When Is It Time to Change Your Program?
At non-profit organizations, programs are often developed to meet a need in the community and drive positive change. Over time community demographics and culture may change, along with the needs of the clients. Organizations may find themselves in a position where...