Revisiting my organization to identify SWOT reveals the following;
Strengths: We have an excellent reputation in the San Diego Community. We are becoming known throughout the state of California because of the State grant we administer and our successful outreach. We have dedicate staff. We remain open to constructive criticism. We use technology in tracking and reporting our results to both the State and the school district.
Weaknesses: Because of budget constraints we cannot pay for all staff to have smart phones which could provide for detail capturing of information, pictures for activity reports and email at your fingertips. However for those who do not have smart phones the texting feature allows us all to receive immediate updates in the field. We have one or two staff members who seem to repel technology. Reporting information to each entity could be improved so that the big picture is always visible to the group.
Opportunity: Develop time-lines where all parties check in an evaluate progress in relation to the big picture. Tracking stats so that we highlight them for future grant opportunities.
Trends: Create a mechanism where we monitor the success and failures of other non-profits locally and nationally so that we are better prepared to capitalize on grants that fit our mission and vision. Considering vehicles for growing our organization.
Reread the prompt for this posting. Where are steps 2 and 3? What is the exact scenario you are addressing?
ReplyDeleteI think you have incredible opportunities at your site. The staff and students are vibrant and creative. I think your project should revolve around creating a culture of strength and success like you experienced in New Orleans. The fact that your experiences strengthened you, and the other members of the community, are clear from your shares. Why not try to create a certain culture of inner strength and social activism like they did at the Free Schools.
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