In a previous blog post titled "Program Development, Implementation & Evaluation - Top Areas to Address - #1 - #5", I stated that in the nonprofit field, the development of a new program generally begins with receiving some type of grant award. Of course, nonprofits can develop programs without being awarded a grant, but the money needed to create and implement any type of program will need to come from a philanthropist or through other fundraising efforts and activities. I then stated that for purposes of this blog post, you have received a grant and are now ready to create your program. This post lists the latter five of ten items that will need to be addressed as you develop and implement your program.
In the nonprofit field, the development of a new program generally begins with receiving some type of grant award. Of course, nonprofits can develop programs without being awarded a grant, but the money needed to create and implement any type of program will need to come from a philanthropist or through other fundraising efforts and activities. For purposes of this blog post, though, let's say that you received a grant and are now ready to create your program. Below are the first five of ten items that will need to be addressed as you develop and implement your program.
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When you have a board of directors, it is always a good idea to have a board member manual. A manual is a great tool for board members to use when they need quick and easy access to critical information about the organization. It compiles important documents into one binder, so they don't waste time and energy looking for what they need in several files or locations.
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