Master
Effective Strategic Planning
PLANNING
Getting Your Organization Focused and Directed
Launched in 1982 by Jim and Patty Rouse, The Enterprise Foundation is a national, nonprofit housing and community development organization dedicated to bringing lasting improvements to distressed communities.
Copyright 1999, The Enterprise Foundation, Inc. All rights reserved. ISBN: 0-942901-20-7 No content from this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission from the Communications department of The Enterprise Foundation. However, you may photocopy any worksheets or sample pages that may be contained in this manual. This publication is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information on the subject covered. It is sold with the understanding that The Enterprise Foundation is not rendering legal, accounting or other project-specific advice. For expert assistance, contact a competent professional.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT LIBRARY™
This book is part of the Enterprise Community Development Library, an invaluable reference collection for nonprofit organizations dedicated to revitalizing and reconnecting neighborhoods to mainstream America. One of many resources available through Enterprise, it offers industry-proven information in simple, easy-toread formats. From planning to governance, fund raising to money management, and program operations to communications, the Community Development Library will help your organization succeed.
ADDITIONAL ENTERPRISE RESOURCES
The Enterprise Foundation provides nonprofit organizations with expert consultation and training as well as an extensive collection of print and online tools. For more information, please visit our Web site at www.enterprisefoundation.org.
About This Manual
What is strategic planning? Strategic planning is an essential process in
PLANNING
Getting Your Organization Focused and Directed
Launched in 1982 by Jim and Patty Rouse, The Enterprise Foundation is a national, nonprofit housing and community development organization dedicated to bringing lasting improvements to distressed communities.
Copyright 1999, The Enterprise Foundation, Inc. All rights reserved. ISBN: 0-942901-20-7 No content from this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission from the Communications department of The Enterprise Foundation. However, you may photocopy any worksheets or sample pages that may be contained in this manual. This publication is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information on the subject covered. It is sold with the understanding that The Enterprise Foundation is not rendering legal, accounting or other project-specific advice. For expert assistance, contact a competent professional.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT LIBRARY™
This book is part of the Enterprise Community Development Library, an invaluable reference collection for nonprofit organizations dedicated to revitalizing and reconnecting neighborhoods to mainstream America. One of many resources available through Enterprise, it offers industry-proven information in simple, easy-toread formats. From planning to governance, fund raising to money management, and program operations to communications, the Community Development Library will help your organization succeed.
ADDITIONAL ENTERPRISE RESOURCES
The Enterprise Foundation provides nonprofit organizations with expert consultation and training as well as an extensive collection of print and online tools. For more information, please visit our Web site at www.enterprisefoundation.org.
About This Manual
What is strategic planning? Strategic planning is an essential process in