Strategic Planning Workbook for Nonprofit Organizations

by Barry, Bryan W.

• ISBN13: 9780940069077
• ISBN10: 0940069075
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1997-04-01
• Publisher: Fieldstone Alliance

Summary

In an environment of increased competition, funding cuts, and other pressures, strategic planning is a sound management tool for nonprofits. This workbook provides a guide for developing, implementing, and updating a strategic plan. Sample plan and blank worksheets are included.

Table of Contents

About the Author	v	(1)
Acknowledgments	vi	(3)
Foreword	ix
Section I Introduction to Strategic Planning	5	(18)
What Is Strategic Planning?	5	(4)
Why Develop a Strategic Plan--and the Limitations of Formal Planning	9	(4)
How to Develop a Strategic Plan	13	(5)
Section I Summary	18	(5)
Section II Developing Your Strategic Plan A step-by-step approach including worksheets and planning tips.	23	(56)
Introduction	23	(2)
Step 1: Get Organized	24	(12)
Step 2: Take Stock (Situation Analysis)	36	(16)
Step 3: Set Direction	52	(18)
Step 4: Refine and Adopt the Plan	70	(2)
Step 5: Implement the Plan	72	(3)
Section II Summary	75	(4)
Section III Appendices and References	79	(32)
Appendix A: Planning with Multiple Organizations and Communities	79	(8)
Appendix B: N.E.A.R.'s Strategic Plan	87	(16)
Endnotes	103	(2)
Bibliography	105	(6)
Section IV Worksheets	111
Worksheet 1: Benefits and Concerns	111	(2)
Worksheet 2: Organize the Planning Effort	113	(4)
Worksheet 3: History and Present Situation	117	(2)
Worksheet 4: Questions about Mission	119	(2)
Worksheet 5: Strengths and Weaknesses	121	(2)
Worksheet 6: Opportunities and Threats	123	(2)
Worksheet 6a: Customers and Other Stakeholders	125	(2)
Worksheet 6b: Competitors and Allies	127	(2)
Worksheet 7: Critical Issues for the Future	129	(2)
Five Steps to Develop a Strategic Plan	131