What are Donor Evaluation Methods for Nonprofits?

Evaluation methods allow the donor a way to know if you’ve achieved your goals and objectives.

The three main types of evaluation methods that can be used for a nonprofit program or project:

• Goal based – if objectives have been achieved
• Process based – analyze strengths and weaknesses
• Outcomes based – examine broader impacts and greater good

The article lists some potential methods that can be used to evaluate the success of your project or program:

Test

• Pre and Post Test
• Test Against Control Groups

Participation

• Attendance
• Completion
• Certificates
• Follow-On Tracking

Data Collection

• Surveys
• Questionnaires
• Interviews
• Checklists
• Feedback forms

Financial Reports

• Cost to budget
• Cost per unit of service
• On time on budget

Performance

• Grades
• Graduation
• Drop in recidivism
• Job placement
• Permits, inspections, certifications

Subjective (Qualitative)

• Journals
• Testimonials
• Observations
• Photographs
• Clippings

Read the entire article at https://fundingforgood.org/what-are-evaluation-methods/