July 2025
Intermediate to advanced
528 pages
12h 10m
English
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Chapter 20.1Program Evaluation
Based on insights from an interview with Chaitra Vedullapalli.
AI-powered program evaluation enables you to leverage data for strategic insights, making it infinitely easier to navigate the complexities of assessing program performance and ultimately amplifying your nonprofit's impact. Instead of just crunching numbers, with a few tips and tools you'll be able to automatically transform data into actionable insights.
By integrating AI into your evaluation processes, you can streamline data collection, enhance real-time monitoring, and make informed decisions that propel your mission forward. To guide you through this transformative process, consider the RISE framework—research and evaluation, innovate, sustain, and engage. This framework encapsulates the critical components needed for an AI-driven evaluation strategy, providing you with a road map to enhance your program's effectiveness and impact.
The RISE Framework: AI-Powered Evaluation
Research and Evaluation: Set the Foundation
Lewis Carroll once quipped, “If you don't know where you're going, any road will get you there.” The first step in evaluating your program is to identify the right data parameters and key performance indicators (KPIs) you can use to gauge your progress. Are the dollars deployed driving maximum impact and value? Where are you getting the best social return on investment? Use AI tools to analyze program effectiveness by geography, audience, and partners.
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