Tools

A framework for guiding intentional inquiry aligned with desired impact which integrates findings back in to practice

A model for understanding and describing the development of organizations from a programmatic and operational perspective

Provides sample questions relative to organizational stage

Graphic reminders of the questions an organization might pose at each of the Stages of Organization

This model presents a continuum of change for a community as it transitions from a traditional model grounded in organizational bureaucracy to one that is more reflective, inclusive and adpative of the community. The levers are elements of a system which manifest differently as the community system evolves.

Graphic samples of logic models

Narrative worksheets

Some frequently asked questions about theories of change

Organization self-assessment for learning and evaluation

This tool is designed to help organizations assess their readiness to take on many types of evaluation activities. It captures information on organizational context and the evaluation experience of staff and can be used in various ways.

A standard template that can be used to assess any type of group process training or convening. The key is to identify a set of learning or process objectives that have guided the design of the session.

A form for facilitators to use post-session to structure and capture their reflections and to inform improvements

Tool designed to help organizations assess evaluative thinking and practices throughout their organization. Also, a great blueprint for all the things to which a successful organization can/should attend. (MS Excel format)

Designed to help you capture a detailed snapshot of your organization's current state and provides targeted, actionalble feedback to move you forward. Specifically designed for organizations committed to developing community leadership and making change.

An online application focusing on five core questions encouraging strategic thinking within organizations. It helps users to share concise information about plans and progress with key stakeholders and the public.

Developed as a product of the two year national Common Vision initiative of Funders for LGBTQ Issues for which jdcPartnerships served as process designer and facilitator. Tool designed to assist those engaged or interested in work that supports structural change.

This tool was developed for advocates, evaluators, funders, or other stakeholders who want guidance on how to evaluate advocacy efforts. It does not assume users already have deep evaluation knowledge or experience. It introduces several key evaluation planning steps and helps users think about and be active participants in the process. Completing all the steps included in the tool will generate the core elements of an advocacy evaluation plan, including which outcomes will be measured and how.

Concise definitions for most-used evaluation terms and concepts

A guide to survey development including checklist to support design, administration and initial analysis considerations

A summary of Top Tips from a variety of sources

This brief is based on: Watson, S. (2000). Using results to improve the lives of children and families: A guide for public-private child care partnerships. Child Care Partnership Project.

A summary of Top Tips from a variety of sources

A summary of Top Tips form a variety of sources

A summary of Top Tips from a variety of sources

The Outcome Indicators Project provides a framework for tracking nonprofit performance. It suggests candidate outcomes and outcome indicators to assist nonprofit organizations that seek to develop new outcome monitoring processes or impprove their existing systems.