Journal: Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
Publication date: August 10, 2025
Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-kpi2025
Journal DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps

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Abstract

This teaching paper presents a KPI (Key Performance Indicators) Development Template tailored for non-profit organizations. It provides a structured approach for identifying, defining, and tracking metrics that align with strategic goals. The template encourages the use of measurable, relevant, and time-bound indicators to improve organizational performance and accountability.

Keywords: key performance indicators, KPI, strategic planning, performance measurement, non-profit tools, teaching paper 

References 

Bryson, J. M. (2018). Strategic Planning for Public and Nonprofit Organizations (5th ed.). Wiley.

Drucker, P. F. (1990). Managing the Non-Profit Organization: Principles and Practices. HarperCollins.

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Strategic Planning for Social Impact. NEYA Global Publishing.

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Measuring What Matters: Developing Key Performance Indicators in Non-Profit Strategic Planning.

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Staying on Course: Monitoring and Adjusting Strategic Plans in Non-Profit Organizations.

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Teaching Paper: Strategic Planning Process Checklist. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-tp-sppc2025

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Teaching Paper: SMART Goals Worksheet. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-smart2025

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Program Evaluation: Frameworks and Best Practices. NEYA Global Publishing.

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Impact Assessment: Measuring & Communicating. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/impact-assessment-2025

Call to Action

Download the KPI Development Template to enhance your performance tracking framework. Explore more resources in the Journal of Non-Profit Studies: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps