Recovery and Business Continuity Planning in Non-Profit Organizations
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-crcntpln-08
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About the Article
The transition from crisis response to recovery represents a critical phase for non-profit organizations. This article examines the principles and processes of recovery and business continuity planning, highlighting post-crisis assessments, recovery team structures, phased restoration approaches, and systematic evaluations. It emphasizes that recovery is not only about restoring operations but also about embedding resilience, organizational learning, and stakeholder trust into long-term practice. Real-world examples, including non-profits relocating services, conducting Business Impact Analyses, and diversifying supply chains, illustrate how structured frameworks minimize disruption, protect missions, and strengthen sustainability.
Key Topics
- Recovery planning in non-profits
- Business continuity strategies
- Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
- Phased restoration of services
- Stakeholder communication during recovery
- Institutional learning and resilience
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Recovery and Business Continuity Planning in Non-Profit Organizations. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-crcntpln-08
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