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Using Logic Models in Program Planning and
Grant ProposalsThe Covenant Foundation
Goals of this Presentation
• Introduce the concept of a logic model and show its use in program planning and grant proposals
• Describe the components of a well-designed program plan
• Present a model that is aligned with Covenant Foundation grant proposals
What is a Logic Model?
A logic model...
• is a simplified picture of a program, initiative, or intervention
• shows the logical relationships among the resources that are invested, the activities that take place, and the benefits or changes that result
• is the core of program planning, evaluation, program management and communications
Why Use a Logic Model?
A logic model can:
• Make underlying beliefs explicit• Build understanding and promote
consensus about what a program is and how it will work
• Bring detail to broad goals• Help to identify gaps in program logic
and clarify assumptions so success is more likely
• Summarize complex programs to communicate with stakeholders, funders, and other audiences
Need
Context
Assump-tions
Program Theory
Program Design
MeasurableChanges In:
AwarenessKnowledgeAttitudes
SkillsOpinions
AspirationsMotivationsBehaviorsPractice
Decision making
Evidenceof ServiceDelivery:
Number ofprograms
Participationrates
Hours ofservices
Amount of materials
distributed
Outputs Outcomes(Short and Long Term)
Inputs Activities
How ResourcesAre Used:
Deliver servicesConductclasses/
workshopsDevelopcurricula/materials
ResourcesInvested:
TimeStaff
VolunteersMoney
FacilitiesSupplies
TechnologyPartnersNetworks
Planned Work Intended Results
Basic Logic Model
Other Models
Planned Work: Inputs
Inputs: the resources and contributions that go into the project, including:
• staff and volunteers• time • facilities• supplies• funding • existing organizations• potential collaborating partners • existing organizational or interpersonal networks
Outputs Outcomes(Short and Long Term)
Inputs Activities
Planned Work: Activities
Activities: the processes, events, and actions of the program, including:
• services: – classes– events– training– counseling
• materials development:– curricula– other educational materials
Outputs Outcomes(Short and Long Term)
Inputs Activities
Intended Results: Outputs
Outputs: the direct results of program activities, including:
• number of classes taught, or workshops or meetings held
• program participation rates• hours of services provided• amount of materials produced and distributed
Outputs Outcomes(Short and Long Term)
Inputs Activities
Intended Results: Outcomes
Outcomes: the resulting benefits for individuals, families, groups, or communities, such as changes in:
• skills• knowledge• behavior• motivations• satisfaction levels
Outcomes should be SMART: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Results-oriented, Timed
Outputs Outcomes(Short and Long Term)
Inputs Activities
Program Theory• The Statement of Need: A clear succinct
statement that describes: the situation or challenge to be addressed; the cause of the situation; and those effected by it.
• Context: The factors in the external environment, both barriers and supports, that will impact your ability to address the targeted need in your institution/community.
• Assumptions: Beliefs about the need or situation; the behavior, motivations, and learning styles of the target population; the external and internal environments; and what the program can reasonably achieve. Assumptions explain why you believe your program will succeed.
• Other Models: Approaches to addressing the need that have been tried by you or others, and whose successes and/or failures you are now drawing upon for your planning.
Need
Context
Assump-tions
Other Models
Using Logic Models in Program Planning:
“Plan Backwards, Implement Forward”Outputs
What are our ultimate goals?
Based on your work:What changes do
we hope to seein individuals?
families?the community?...
What level and
amountof services/activitieswill we need toprovide
to achievethese
outcomes?
Inputs Activities
What activitieswill you need to
engage into provide
these services/activities?
What resourceswill youneed toengagein these
activities atthe level and
amount required to achieve youroutcomes?
Outcomes
Sources and Resources• W. K. Kellogg Foundation
– Logic Model Development Guide http://www.wkkf.org/Pubs/Tools/Evaluation/Pub3669.pdf
• The University of Wisconsin – Enhancing Program Performance with Logic
Models (web-based course) http://www.uwex.edu/ces/lmcourse/
• National Science Foundation– On-Line Evaluation Resources Library
http://oerl.sri.com/index.html
Covenant FoundationFull Proposal Budget
Using the Budget Template
Expenses• Personnel, Supplies, Other• Project Budget and Request to Foundation
Revenue• In-Kind• Other Grants• Program Fees• Other (i.e. individual contributions)
Simply enter numbers. Formulas are already set.
Budget Guidelines
• Personnel
• Focus on expenses directly related to the proposed program
• No overhead
Financial Statement Form
• Revenue– Contributions– Fees and Dues– Grants– Earned Income– Other
• Expenses– Personnel– Professional Fees– Occupancy Costs/Rent– Travel and Meetings– Supplies and Equipment– Communications– Other– Other non-recurring
expenses (i.e. capital expense)
**This form corresponds to the most recent completed fiscal year.
Audited Financial Statements
• 1st: Copies of the two most recent audited financial statements.
• 2nd: Copies of the two most recent unaudited financial statements.
• 3rd: Foundation staff can discuss special circumstances, including:
– New Organizations– Fiscal Sponsors– Etc.