Quick Studies for Community Colleges-Tips for Successful Foundation Board Foundation Strategic Planning

Tips for Successful Foundation Board Foundation Strategic Planning

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Video Summary

In this video, Lisa Vasquez and Lisa Dietlin discuss the process of creating a strategic plan for the Colin College Foundation. They highlight the importance of having the right people in the room and listening to all voices, including new and long-time board members. The goals of the strategic plan include scholarships, alumni engagement, endowments, board engagement, and branding. The planning process involved interactive exercises and discussions to determine priorities and objectives. The strategic plan consists of 5 goals, 16 objectives, and 36 actions, with a timeframe specified from fiscal years 2023 to 2025. The video emphasizes the need for ongoing engagement with the plan and the flexibility to adapt to unforeseen circumstances. The presenters also stress the importance of having fun and creating a positive, engaging atmosphere during the planning process. A strategic plan sample kit is provided for reference. The video credits the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) and the Institute for Transformational Philanthropy for their support in the planning process.

Keywords

strategic plan

Colin College Foundation

board members

goals

objectives

actions