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Research Purpose
Research Purpose
A program evaluation is the process of collecting and using data to assess the effectiveness of a program, initiative, or service. Grant funders often require detailed reports and program evaluations to prove the effectiveness of the programs they are funding. This can often feel time-consuming and even confusing for local organizations.
We want to ensure that evaluations are not just a box to check off but a tool for nonprofits to become more effective.
This research study explores different accountability requirements and the likelihood that public and nonprofit organizations can use program evaluation results to learn and improve.
Study Details
Study Details
Phase 1) Brief Survey
Participants take a 7-minute, confidential survey about different accountability obligations they encounter at work, such as grant reporting, professional ethics standards, and community responsiveness. They will also answer questions about the most recent program evaluation in which they participated.
Phase 2) Interviews (if interested)
The researcher will interview 6-12 participants about their experiences conducting program evaluations and how different accountability obligations played a role in those experiences.
Eligibility
Eligibility
Adults age 18+ who took part in a program/outcomes evaluation project for a nonprofit or public organization at any point between 2021 and 2023
All survey responses and interview records are confidential. Only summary results will be shared with the public.
Free E-Book
Free E-Book
As a thank you for participating, everyone who completes the survey will receive a free e-book called "Learning for Impact: Strategies for Growth in Community Organizations."
This teaches local organizations how to use data to tell their nonprofit story and improve their services.
Questions?
Questions?
Contact me at michelle.borckardt@cuw.edu to get more information on the project
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