What does an Assisted Assessment include?

A trained independent consultant facilitates a structured discussion with key board and staff members to help them assess their organization's governance and management

Click here for a 2-page description of how the Assessment process works.

Issues that are examined include:

• Planning and Evaluation
• Fund Development
• Governance & Board Development
• Financial Management
• Marketing & Communication
• Programming
• Human Resources
• Operations: Information Technology, Facilities & Equipment

Report: Issues identified and possible next steps

This review process results in a written report to the organization's leadership that outlines recommendations for possible next steps.  Information gathered during the assessment process remains confidential within the organization. 

Why do an Organization Assessment?

• It is an efficient and effective way to have a check-up on your organization's health.
• If you are at a turning point - with new board or staff members, or after completing a major project - it can help you plan a course for the future.
• You will get a sense of how your group is doing compared to best practices in the field.
• You can prioritize which area to focus on first in order to improve your organization.
  

Application and More Information

For more information on this opportunity or to request the 1-page application, email contact@nonprofitpathways.org. 

The Organization Assessment program is in a pilot phase through June 2008.  After this period, we will use what we have learned to refine and expand the program.