Literacy Mid South Mission Statement Analysis

Mission Statement:

The mission statement of Literacy Mid-South is to create a community actively engaged in continuous learning. The mission is the basis and reason for the programs offered. The adult learning program, English for you, book festival, Read Memphis, and Smart Memphis Coalition are all driven by the mission statement. The mission statement is so vital in making sure everyone and every programs aligns and that goals are met. The mission statement helps in all decision making for the organization and with employee buy-in (Kirk & Nolan, 2010, p.486). At Literacy Mid-South the mission statement drives creativity among staff and remains as the foundation for the organization. The company is 40 years old, but has evolved greatly. The current mission statement was developed during a turn-around when the organization was about to close its doors. The mission statement was the new vision for the revised Literacy Mid-South.

Reference:
Kirk, G., & Beth Nolan, S. (2010). Nonprofit mission statement focus and financial performance. Nonprofit Management & Leadership, 20(4), 473-490. doi:10.1002/nml.20006

Top 3 Goals:
The primary goal is create learning opportunities as a bridge to the future. These goals help the organization complete the mission. Early 2012 the organization developed a new strategic plan. Strategic planning helped narrow down to these specific goals. In an article by William Anthony (1984) the author states, “ Strategic planning aligns the major strengths of the organization with the key opportunities found in the environment” (p.16). The top three goals identified where the organization is going and the strengths of Literacy