Program Design and Planning in Non-Profit Organizations: Strategic Approaches for Effective Interventions
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-mrkncmn-04
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About the Article
Program design and planning constitute the foundation of effective and sustainable non-profit interventions, particularly in resource-constrained settings. This article examines structured approaches to defining objectives, mapping program activities, and articulating the causal pathways that lead to desired outcomes. Central to this process are SMART objectives, logic models, and theories of change, which provide clarity, alignment, and measurable benchmarks for implementation and evaluation. Case studies from education in Bangladesh, maternal health in Kenya, and agricultural development in India demonstrate how systematic planning enhances program effectiveness, stakeholder engagement, and long-term impact. The discussion highlights practical guidance for designing interventions that are responsive to community needs while producing sustainable social change.
Key Topics
- Program design
- Program planning
- SMART objectives
- Logic models
- Theory of change
- Non-profit management
- Sustainable interventions
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Program Design and Planning in Non-Profit Organizations: Strategic Approaches for Effective Interventions. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-mrkncmn-04
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