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Environmental Scan

Environmental Scan

Environmental Scan

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The Environmental Scan is an opportunity to take stock of where your organization is currently, in terms of its position within the broader environment within which you operate. What other organizations are doing similar work? What competitors or allies are on the horizon? What does this tell you?

This resource outlines key components of an environmental scan, questions you might ask and sources of information to approach for answers.

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One-Page Strategic Plan

One-Page Strategic Plan

One-Page Strategic Plan

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When it comes to strategic planning, clarity and simplicity are powerful. That is why capturing the key elements of a strategic plan on one page is a critical tool for not-for-profit organizations. A one-page strategic plan can support you to mobilize for your organization, communicate goals with a broad array of  stakeholders, and guide decision-making at all levels of your organization.

This resource outlines the important elements of a one-page strategic plan and includes a sample.

Vantage Point can provide support with your strategic planning process. Learn how we can guide your organization's next phase of strategic planning here.

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Mission-Focused Decision Making

Mission-Focused Decision Making

Mission-Focused Decision Making

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Does it feel like your organization could focus even more on mission-driven decisions that move you towards organizational goals and purpose?

If you answered yes, you are not alone. Good decision-making can be challenging; however, it also creates the foundation for team members – including board, staff and volunteers – to feel engaged with their role, develop their skills, and make their best contribution to organizational goals.

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Keeping a Focus on Mission and Vision

Keeping a Focus on Mission and Vision

Keeping a Focus on Mission and Vision

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Holding a focus on your mission and vision may feel easy when you’re writing your annual report, having a conversation with funders about your organization’s work, or creating a three-year strategic plan.

But how can you maintain that focus every day, in an abundant way? In short, by seizing every opportunity to embed your organizational mission in the work of the board, staff, and volunteers.

This resources explores seven tips to keep your mission and vision top of mind, every day, no matter what your role in your organization.

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Board Member Essentials

Board Member Essentials

Board Member Essentials

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Not-for-profit organizations are often on the forefront of leading important social and cultural change.

This tool for board members focuses on some of the most important responsibilities, issues and trends facing those who provide guidance to not-for-profit organizations.

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