Using Evaluation Results for Program Improvement 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-pr-evl-fr-bst-pr-08
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About the Article
Evaluation findings are most valuable when systematically applied to improve program design, implementation, and outcomes. This article explores how non-profit organizations translate evaluation results into actionable recommendations, prioritize improvements, and embed mechanisms for continuous learning. It examines structured frameworks such as PDCA, Kaizen, and Six Sigma, highlighting strategies for adaptive management, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building. Case studies from health, literacy, and microfinance initiatives illustrate practical application, demonstrating how evaluation results can strengthen effectiveness, expand reach, and sustain impact. Emphasizing cultural responsiveness, feasibility, and strategic planning, the article positions evaluation use as a driver of organizational learning, accountability, and long-term community benefit.
Key Topics
- Program Improvement
- Continuous Learning
- Evaluation Use
- Adaptive Management
- PDCA Cycle
- Non-Profit Organizations
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Using Evaluation Results for Program Improvement in Non-Profit Organizations. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-pr-evl-fr-bst-pr-tp-08
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