Ready or Not
The two questions to ask before embarking on an evaluation: 1) what do we want to know; and 2) who will use the information and how?
This practice guide is a simple, straightforward resource for grantmaking program officers interested in using external consultants for program evaluations.
Today’s foundations are utilizing external evaluators for three main reasons: 1) to analyze program results and resource utilization; 2) to gain a clearer sense of what works and what doesn’t; and 3) to support program planning and improvement. Evaluation has transformed from a control mechanism to an invaluable learning tool.