Co-Design and Co-Creation Services
Integrating Lived Experience: We help organizations recruit, train, support, and hire individuals with lived experience to actively participate in projects and organizational processes. These individuals often serve as co-facilitators and co-leads, ensuring their voices are integral to decision-making.
Training and Support: We provide comprehensive training programs for staff and boards on how to genuinely and authentically engage with people with lived experience. Our training helps create inclusive environments where everyone feels respected and valued as experts.
Community-Centered Strategy Development: We assist nonprofits in developing strategies that center the community in their operations and decision-making processes, ensuring long-term engagement and sustainability.
Surveys and Readiness Assessments: We conduct surveys and readiness assessments to gauge organizational preparedness and community needs. This helps ensure alignment with community-centered practices and identifies potential areas for improvement.
Ethical Evaluation
At Impact Consulting NH, our evaluation work is grounded in ethics, equity, and a deep commitment to empowering communities. We believe that meaningful evaluation begins by engaging those who are closest to the issues, ensuring their expertise and lived experiences are at the heart of the process. By partnering with local experts and community members, we help build power from within, creating a foundation for sustainable, community-led change.
Ethical Practices: Our ethical approach to evaluation prioritizes:
- Transparency and Inclusivity: From the start, we ensure all stakeholders are informed and involved. We foster open communication and prioritize accessibility, so everyone understands how their input will shape the outcome.
- Fair Compensation: We value the contributions of local experts and community members, ensuring they are fairly compensated for their time and expertise. This ensures that those most affected by the work are not just heard but are actively supported and empowered.
- Respect for Community Knowledge: We honor the wisdom that already exists in the communities we serve, working with local leaders, families, and stakeholders to co-create solutions that are truly reflective of community needs.
Building Power with Communities: By working directly with community members and local experts, we help build lasting capacity within the communities we serve. Our evaluation services do more than assess outcomes—they actively support community power-building by:
- Leveraging Local Expertise: We recognize that those living and working in a community are its greatest assets. Our approach integrates their insights, ensuring that evaluation isn’t an external process imposed on a community, but a collaborative effort that reflects local priorities.
- Creating Lasting Impact: Beyond immediate evaluation results, we strive to leave communities stronger by enhancing their capacity to use data, engage in continuous improvement, and advocate for resources.
Measurable Results for Your Organization: Our evaluation services are designed to deliver tangible, actionable outcomes for your organization. Whether you need to evaluate a program, assess community needs, or develop a strategic plan, we provide comprehensive evaluation services that result in clear, actionable steps. The outcomes of our evaluations may include:
- Strategic Plans: Using data and community input, we help organizations map out their long-term goals and develop clear strategies for achieving them.
- Tailored Recommendations: Our evaluations culminate in detailed, actionable recommendations that help you refine your programs, scale successful initiatives, or address gaps in service.
- Impact Reports: We provide clear and accessible reporting that outlines the impact of your work, helping you communicate successes and opportunities for improvement to funders, stakeholders, and community members.
By working with Impact Consulting NH, you’re not just getting an evaluation—you’re investing in a process that builds stronger, more empowered communities and provides your organization with the insights and tools it needs to drive meaningful, equitable change.
Survey Design and Data Analysis
Satisfaction Surveys: We design and co-design surveys to measure employee satisfaction, client/customer satisfaction, and stakeholder satisfaction.
Data Analysis and Recommendations: Our team analyzes the survey data and provides actionable recommendations to improve organizational effectiveness and stakeholder engagement.
Grant Management
Grant Writing: Our team crafts compelling grant proposals that align with funders’ priorities and showcase your organization’s impact.
Grant Management: We ensure compliance with grant requirements, manage timelines, and report to funders, taking the administrative burden off your team.
Evaluation and Reporting: We design and implement evaluation plans to measure project outcomes and report results to stakeholders, demonstrating the effectiveness and impact of your initiatives.
Communication Planning and Implementation
Strategic Communication Plans: We develop comprehensive communication strategies tailored to your organization’s needs, ensuring your message reaches the right audience.
Implementation Support: Our team assists with the execution of communication plans, including social media campaigns, press releases, and community outreach, to enhance your organization’s visibility and engagement.
Facilitation and Event Planning
Staff Appreciation Events: We plan and facilitate events to recognize and celebrate your staff’s hard work and dedication.
Team Building Activities: We organize activities that strengthen team cohesion and improve workplace dynamics, ensuring your team works effectively together.
Event Management: Comprehensive support for all types of events, from initial planning through to on-the-day coordination and post-event evaluation.
