Services
Planning
A well-designed evaluation starts with you.
We'll help you articulate the "who, what, and how" of your program model and help you describe the magic behind what you do. A graphical depiction of your program in a logic model or theory of change can be helpful for outside stakeholders. We find the process of creating these models is essential to help programs articulate their goals and the mechanisms they use to achieve their outcomes.
These models form the foundation for asking the right evaluation and research questions.
Evaluation
Once we've hit on the right questions, getting the data to understand how best to address them is the next step.
A mix of qualitative and quantitative measures typically confirms the feedback you are able to gather over time. We can build your institution's ability to gather information and answer the most critical questions about your programs.
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Data analysis and taking a look at the findings together helps develop an understanding of the implications of these data for your program's participants, staff, and partners. This collective conversation is a vital part of this process.
Reporting
Evaluation and applied research are valuable when used by the program manager, by the community, and by program participants. We report for differing audiences based upon those needs, with attention to ensuring that findings are accurate and that they assist the program in reaching its goals.
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Our greatest satisfaction comes when we see findings used. The small changes along the way. The insight.
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You are making change in the world. Marigold Evaluation can help you demonstrate how that change is occurring.
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