{"product_id":"strategic-planning-for-nonprofit-organizations-9781118768143","title":"Strategic Planning for Nonprofit Organizations","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe bestselling guide to nonprofit planning, with proven, practical advice\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStrategic Planning for Nonprofit Organizations\u003c\/i\u003e describes a proven method for creating an effective, organized, actionable strategy, tailored to the unique needs of the nonprofit organization. Now in its third edition, this bestselling manual contains new information about the value of plans, specific guidance toward business planning, and additional information about the strategic plan document itself. Real-world case studies illustrate different planning and implementation scenarios and techniques, and the companion website offers templates, tools, and worksheets that streamline the process. The book provides expert insight, describing common misperceptions and pitfalls to avoid, helping readers craft a strategic plan that adheres to the core values of the organization.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA well-honed strategic plan helps nonprofit managers set priorities, and acquire and allocate the resources necessary \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout the Third Edition xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreface xiii\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntended Audience xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStructure of the Book xiv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupporting Resources xiv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Use This Book xvi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Word About Words xvi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategy and Planning 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy Plan? 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Strategic Planning is Not 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeys to Effective Strategic Planning 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat is Strategy? 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Strategic Planning Process 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Considerations in Strategic Planning 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategic Planning is Alive and Well! 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection One First Steps 27\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1 Step 1: Set Up for Success 29\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentify Outcomes 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCheck Conditions for Success 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlan for Data Collection 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnticipating Other Needed Research 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign Your Strategic Planning Process 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreate an Organization Profile 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2 Step 2: Stakeholder Engagement 59\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEngage Internal Stakeholders 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGather Input from External Stakeholders 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSynthesize Stakeholder Input 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncorporate External Input into Your SWOT Analysis to Update Critical Issues and Questions 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3 Step 3: Mission, Vision, Values 77\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRevisit Your Mission Statement 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWrite Your Vision Statement 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArticulate Your Fundamental Values 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection Two Strategic Analysis 97\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4 Step 4: Environmental Scan 99\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen is Scenario Planning Helpful? 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganize Your Research, Summarize Findings 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5 Step 5: Theory of Change and Program Portfolio 109\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNeeds Assessment and Value Proposition 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProgram Effectiveness 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompetitive Analysis 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTheory of Change 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDraft Future Program Portfolio 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6 Step 6: Business Model 139\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummarize Revenue and Expenses 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHistorical Summary and Key Questions 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCurrent Program Revenue and Expenses 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArticulate Your Business Model 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBusiness Model Analysis 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDevelop Summary Findings 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7 Step 7: Organization Capacity 157\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElements of Organization Capacity 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivities for This Step 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentify Requirements for Each Category of Capacity 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermine How to Carry Out Assessment 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAgree on Priorities to Include in the Strategic Plan 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8 Step 8: Leadership 173\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssess Leadership, Summarize Implications 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection Three Set Your Course 183\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9 Step 9: Complete Your Strategic Plan 185\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummarize Strategic Decisions 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDraft the Complete Strategic Plan 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConduct a Thorough Review Process 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDressing Up Your Strategic Plan for Public Distribution 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrategic Planning Committee Celebration and Debrief 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10 Step 10: Using Your Plan Successfully 211\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelp People Make Required Changes 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWrite Detailed Annual Operation Plans 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreate a Dashboard to Monitor Implementation 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDevelop a Dynamic Approach to Watch for Changing Trends 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion A Word to Leaders 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A Sample Workplans for Abbreviated, Moderate, and Extensive Planning Processes 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B Tips on Using Task Forces 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C External Stakeholders 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix D How to Use the Matrix Map 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix E Leadership Assessment Survey 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix F Selected References 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Companion Website 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 275\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Wiley \u0026 Sons Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49406919049559,"sku":"9781118768143","price":37.05,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781118768143.jpg?v=1730497558","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/strategic-planning-for-nonprofit-organizations-9781118768143","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}