Teaching Paper: Using Logic Models for Program Planning and Evaluation – A Practical Template 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-02
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About the Article
Logic models provide non-profit organizations with a structured framework for linking resources, activities, outputs, outcomes, and long-term impact. This article introduces a practical template for designing, implementing, and evaluating programs through logic models, offering step-by-step guidance for clarifying assumptions, setting objectives, and communicating results effectively. Illustrated with a case study from a youth empowerment program in Thailand, the article demonstrates how logic models can enhance program planning, stakeholder engagement, and accountability, particularly in low-resource contexts. By bridging theory and practice, it equips practitioners and scholars with an adaptable tool for evidence-based program management and continuous improvement.
Key Topics
- Logic model framework
- Program planning and evaluation
- Outputs, outcomes, and impact
- Evidence-based program design
- Stakeholder communication
- Continuous improvement in non-profits
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Teaching Paper: Using Logic Models for Program Planning and Evaluation – A Practical Template for Non-Profit Organizations. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-mrkncmn-tp-02
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