A complete and flexible guide to strategic planning — specifically designed for nonprofits

Strategic planning is one of the most powerful management tools available to help your organization do a better job — if you know how to use it. This comprehensive book/disk set shows you how to create and implement an effective strategic plan using a simple, seven-phase process that covers everything from defining your mission and setting your course to initiating, monitoring, and streamlining your plan.

The workbook is designed for nonprofits of all shapes, sizes, and budgets, and can be easily adapted to fit any time frame. The package comes with field-tested worksheets, checklists, and tables in both print and disk formats, plus a sample case study that demonstrates strategic planning in action from start to finish. Filled with real-world insights, planning tips, and useful pointers, this accessible guide is a must for every forward-thinking nonprofit professional. Topics covered include: How to construct clear mission and vision statements How to conduct SWOT analyses and program evaluations How to assess client needs and determine stakeholder concerns How to set priorities and develop core strategies, goals, and objectives How to write and adopt a solid strategic plan How to develop a user friendly annual work plan How to establish planning cycles, evaluate progress, and update strategies.

Practical, easy-to-follow planning strategies geared to the special requirements of the nonprofit

This very accessible resource from a team of experts in the nonprofit sector adapts basic business concepts to the unique structure and goals of nonprofit organizations. Breaking the planning process into six steps, the book covers it all--from getting ready and articulating the mission to monitoring and adjusting the finished plan.

* Sample worksheets, checklists, and tables are included in the book--and on a 3-1/2 IBM-compatible disk

JUDE KAYE and MIKE ALLISON (both of San Francisco, California) are executives with The Support Centers for Nonprofit Management.

System requirements for accompanying computer disk: IBM PC or compatible computer with 386 or higher processor; Windows 3.1 or higher; Microsoft Word version 2.0 or higher, or other word processing capable of reading Microsoft Word 2.0 files. Includes bibliographical references (p. 265-266) and index.