Overcoming Challenges in Strategic Evaluation for Non-Profits

Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia

Publisher: NEYA Global | NEYA Global Publishing
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676

DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps.tse-10

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About the Article

This article examines persistent challenges in non-profit strategic evaluation, including unclear objectives, inadequate data quality, stakeholder resistance, overreliance on quantitative metrics, and resource constraints. It offers practical strategies such as data validation, training, audits, transparent communication, and stakeholder engagement. Emphasis is placed on building an evaluation-oriented culture and balancing short- and long-term objectives through SMART goals and multi-interval evaluations.

Key Topics

• Common barriers in strategic evaluation
• Ensuring data quality through validation and audits
• Addressing stakeholder resistance with engagement and transparency
• Balancing quantitative and qualitative methods
• Building a culture of evaluation in non-profits
• Short-term vs. long-term goal alignment

Academic Value

The article contributes to academic and practical discussions on overcoming evaluation barriers in the non-profit sector. It provides actionable strategies to improve data credibility, reduce resistance, and institutionalize evaluation practices, transforming evaluation from compliance into a tool for organizational learning and sustainable impact.

Suggested Citation

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Overcoming Challenges in Strategic Evaluation for Non-Profits. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps.tse-10

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