by Graeme | Jun 20, 2023 | capacity, case study, collaboration, impact, Lasting Impact, systems
The power of collaborative learning and commissioning Future Pathways recently invited us to facilitate a six-month Action Learning Programme, involving delivery partner organisations and Future Pathways’ team members. Here is the learning that emerged: an example of...
by Graeme | Mar 22, 2023 | capabilities, case study, collaboration, Lasting Impact
As one of the best-known funders in Scotland, Corra Foundation’s mission is to make a difference to the lives of people and communities, by encouraging positive change, opportunities, fairness and growth of aspirations. As part of their work, Corra Foundation...
by Graeme | Mar 21, 2023 | capacity, Lasting Impact, systems
We all know the question. ‘How will you sustain your project’s impact when the funding stops?’ Interestingly, although many funders ask it, most don’t know why. I know, because I’ve asked over 50 of them, one to one or in workshops. Mostly, it seems they ask it...
by Graeme | Jan 29, 2021 | Lasting Impact, Uncategorised
Your time and resources are scarce. You want to use them wisely. Focus on what makes an impact. Covid increases the urgency of building capacity, increasing resilience and expanding your reach with limited resources. This is sustainable impact. It’s the heart of...
by Graeme | Jan 7, 2021 | Lasting Impact
Communities being better informed, connected and equipped Are the people and issues you support visible and involved in community life? Do awareness raising campaigns have to be done by you alone? What does prevention look like? The six previous domains come together...
by Graeme | Sep 15, 2020 | collaboration, involvement, Lasting Impact
This is part 5 of a 7-part series on the Domains of Sustainable Impact. You can start the full series here. 5. Other organisations are more able to respond and take a lead. Provocations: If your aims are achieved, does it matter who achieves them? Are there parts of...
