Nonprofits must show outcomes for grants
Nonprofit logic models need outcomes, not outputs, for grants analyzed Dr. Blessing Asuquo-Ekpo; a literacy program listing hours delivered failed to secure funding.
Outputs focus on activities, like training sessions held or materials distributed; outcomes demonstrate actual change, such as improved literacy rates or increased job placement. Funders prioritize demonstrated impact over mere effort. Nonprofits can strengthen grant applications by using logic models to clearly link program activities to measurable outcomes. This framework illustrates the causal relationship between inputs, activities, outputs, and, most importantly, outcomes. Focusing on outcomes requires a shift in perspective, from counting what you do to measuring what difference you make. For instance, instead of reporting the number of workshops conducted, showcase the percentage of participants who achieved a specific literacy benchmark.
