Teaching Paper: Key Concepts for Program Planning, Evaluation, and Impact Assessment – Practical Guidance for 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-mrkncmn-tp-06
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About the Article
Non-profit organizations need a clear grasp of key concepts in planning, evaluation, and impact assessment to design effective programs, monitor progress, and demonstrate results. This article provides a glossary of 49 essential terms—ranging from logic models, program theory, and participatory evaluation to PDCA cycles, results-based management, and continuous improvement—each paired with practical application tips. By adopting these terms and strategies, organizations can strengthen accountability, improve stakeholder engagement, and achieve sustainable impact. The resource bridges academic theory with practical application, equipping practitioners with a toolkit for effective program design, monitoring, and evaluation.
Key Topics
- Program planning and design frameworks
- Monitoring and evaluation tools
- Logic models and theories of change
- Impact assessment strategies
- Participatory and utilization-focused evaluation
- Continuous improvement and adaptive management
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Teaching Paper: Key Concepts for Program Planning, Evaluation, and Impact Assessment – Practical Guidance for Non-Profit Organizations. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-mrkncmn-tp-06
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