Evaluation needs to be front and centre in grant design. Too often, grantmakers are not able provide a comprehensive answer beyond the number of applications, the amounts distributed and some generic output information. I can help you to link between process, performance and benefits so that you understand and plan up front. Measurement is on the increase…
A survey of 84 companies by the Association of Corporate Contributions Professionals in 2014 found 60% of them planned to increase their measurement efforts this year, from 46% in 2013.
– Source: AIGM News Feb 2015
How I Can Help…
I help you to break evaluation into manageable stages so that you can get a better idea on how well the money has been spent and how it has impacted its constituents:
1. Development of a well-advised framework up front so that you are clear on what is to be achieved.
Starting from the “why”, I help you put in place a well-articulated set of program goals and objectives. From application, assessment, awarding and monitoring the grant program, each phase needs to keep evaluation in mind. Determining evaluation approach, roles and responsibilities, funding, and data requirements are all part of this phase.
At the end of this phase, you will have a clear and practical game plan in place.
2. A thoughtful process for reviewing individually funded projects and selecting the ones most likely to have impact
It’s important to create a practical assessment of each grant including the agreed outcomes, a negotiated contract and a process for liaison. It take time to think through this one, managing your needs, the applicant’s needs and skills with your desire for knowledge. A deep understanding of your program’s purpose should be the guiding principle for working with grantees.
3. Evaluation of the overall program to determine a measure of its success.
I help you to evaluate the different factors including effectiveness (did the grant achieve its objectives), efficiency (how did it go value for money and timeliness), process (how the program was run) and which approaches, models or projects worked best; and what changes you may want to consider for the future.
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