Are you involved in a nonprofit — say, as a founder, or Board member, staffer or volunteer — that could use a boost in efficiency and thoughtful planning? Do you feel lost or adrift, without a clear map of where you want to be heading as an organization?

If your answer is “holy crap yes” you are in plenty of good company. Young fledgling nonprofits in particular are vulnerable to the energy-sucking effects of forging ahead without a clear plan. Even the most motivated, committed, passionate activists and organizers can lose valuable momentum when their activities aren’t planned out with an eye for the big picture.

The solution to disorganization and mission drift is a solid strategic plan. Better yet, embrace the concept of strategic planning as an ongoing activity. Every nonprofit that intends to have any sustained impact should have a strategic plan in place, and should review it regularly to update and refine it.

This kit offers an easy-to-follow approach to strategic planning that will yield a basic plan that clarifies your mission, specifies your goals and objectives, and outlines your activities, including planned budgets. If you’ve been stuck on how to kick-start your planning process, this is the kit you need!

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To give you an idea of what’s included in the guide, here’s an excerpt:

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