Program Development & Evaluation Series

Fall 2025: Build Stronger Nonprofit Programs with Evaluation Tools
Tuesdays, September 9, 16, 23, and 30
Online via Zoom

About the Program

Are you looking to develop effective programs for your nonprofit or government organization but unsure where to start? This beginner-to-intermediate-level course is designed just for you! Learn how to create thoughtful programs that gain stakeholder support and achieve significant impacts. You’ll explore essential steps to program development, including needs assessments, logic models, and research tools. This course will guide you through the fundamentals of designing, implementing, and evaluating successful programs.

What You’ll Learn

• Enhanced Program Effectiveness: Participants will learn how to design programs that directly address community needs, resulting in more effective and impactful initiatives that better serve their target populations.
• Increased Stakeholder Engagement: By mastering stakeholder engagement techniques, participants will be able to build stronger relationships with stakeholders, leading to greater support and collaboration for their programs.
• Improved Evaluation Practices: With the skills to create thorough program evaluations, participants can systematically assess their programs’ success and areas for improvement, ensuring continuous enhancement and sustainability of their initiatives.

By the end of the course, you will have created a program evaluation plan, giving you a practical tool to apply in your organization. Whether you’re new to program development or looking to strengthen your existing knowledge, this course will equip you with the tools to help your organization thrive.

Register Today

Build your nonprofit’s capacity to design effective programs and evaluate what matters most. Join us this fall to learn how to turn data into direction and impact into compelling stories. For questions, please contact learning@cvnl.org.