Resources

Strategic Planning

This Strategic Planning resource provides a helpful overview for community organizations. It discusses the following topics:

  • Writing a Mission Statement
  • Communicating your Vision
  • Creating Goals
  • Creating Objectives
  • What is a SMART Goal or Objective?

Advocacy

Advocacy is a central competent surrounding community involvement. This Advocacy 101 resource introduces the following topics:

  • Types of Advocacy
  • How to Identify Stakeholders
  • Data Collection
  • Lobbying
  • Policy
  • Local Government Overview
  • Forming Partnerships
  • Campaigning
  • Tips for Contacting Local Representatives

Learn more about advocacy resources here. 

Funding & Grants

This Funding 101 resource provides a helpful overview for new community organizations. It discusses the following topics:

  • Foundations
  • Funding Websites
  • Finding Grants
  • Grant Application Processes

Learn more about grant resources here.