Strategic planning prompts

Draft a framework for reviewing and refining [nonprofit name]’s mission and vision statements to ensure alignment with current goals.

Create a SWOT analysis template for [nonprofit name] to assess strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats related to [specific goal or initiative].

Write a guide for setting long-term organizational goals for [nonprofit name], focusing on measurable outcomes and alignment with its mission.

Design a prioritization matrix to help [nonprofit name] rank potential projects or initiatives based on impact and feasibility.

Draft an agenda for a board retreat focused on developing the organization’s strategic plan for the next 3-5 years.

Create a survey to collect input from stakeholders on [nonprofit name]’s strategic priorities, including questions on community needs and organizational performance.

Write a worksheet for scenario planning to help [nonprofit name] prepare for best-case, worst-case, and most-likely future scenarios.

Develop an outline for a workshop to revisit and redefine [nonprofit name]’s core values as part of the strategic planning process.

Write a template for creating a strategic plan for [nonprofit name], including sections for goals, key initiatives, timelines, and accountability.

Draft a checklist for tracking quarterly milestones in [nonprofit name]’s strategic plan implementation.

Develop an exercise to align staff goals with [nonprofit name]’s strategic priorities, focusing on individual and team contributions.

Write a communication plan for rolling out the new strategic plan to staff, board members, and stakeholders.

Create an outline for a dashboard to track progress on key metrics in [nonprofit name]’s strategic plan.

Draft a framework for reviewing and aligning the organizational budget with strategic priorities.

Write a framework to encourage cross-department collaboration on initiatives outlined in [nonprofit name]’s strategic plan.

Develop a guide for identifying and building strategic partnerships that align with [nonprofit name]’s goals and mission.

Create a template for conducting a mid-year review of [nonprofit name]’s strategic plan, including areas for adjustment and celebration.

Write a survey to collect staff feedback on the progress and implementation of [nonprofit name]’s strategic initiatives.

Draft a report template for documenting lessons learned during the implementation of [specific strategic goal or initiative].

Write an outline for a presentation to stakeholders summarizing the progress of [nonprofit name]’s strategic plan.

Draft a guide for updating the organization’s risk management plan based on strategic plan progress and external changes.

Create a template for an end-of-year report summarizing achievements, challenges, and next steps in [nonprofit name]’s strategic plan.

Develop an agenda for a workshop to plan next steps after completing the current strategic cycle.

Write a concise and engaging summary of [nonprofit name]’s strategic plan to share with the community or on the organization’s website.