Plan for the Future

How can we test our vision and goals against reality, particularly in a changing environment?

Resources like the Economic Scenario Planning Model and Interactive Strategy Model focus strategic thinking on future options and provide data about potential implications.

Examples of Insights

Integrate Perspectives to Create a Common Plan
Take a foundation-wide view – combine revenue forecasts, grantmaking and development goals.
Provide a Reality Check for Future Goals
Test future strategic goals alongside their economic reality.
Structure a Process to Facilitate Board Discussions About the Future
Inform discussions about the implications of scenarios.
Catalyze a New Call to Action
Energize a commitment to actionable goals.
Track Progress Toward Goals
Provide metrics and a tool to gauge performance and adjust targets as needed.

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	CF Insights Members	The Field
Expert Guidance and Analysis
Peer Learning and Connections
Technical Assistance with Tools
Consulting and Project Support
Benchmarking and Custom Reports
Dashboard for Board Presentations
Activity-Based Costing Analysis Model
Economic Scenario Planning Model
Interactive Strategy Model
Member Research Briefs
Trend Analysis and Rankings
Reports on Key Issues and Ideas

Columbus Survey Participants have on-demand access to a select subset of
benchmarking reports

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Data Collected by CF Insights

All data collected by CF Insights is available to members as criteria with which to build peer groups and as the basis for over 60 on-demand reports.

Foundation Basics:

Fiscal Year End Date
Year Foundation Created
Staffing by Function
Strategic Operating Priorities
Affiliations with Other Foundations
Software Type Used
Engagement in the Following Areas:
- Community Leadership
- Fiscal Sponsorship/Fundraising
- Fundraising for Operations
- Nonprofit Resource Center
- Services to Private Foundations
- Special Initiatives