How can we measure the impact of community projects?

How can we measure the impact of community projects?

Measuring the impact of community projects can involve various methods, such as surveys, interviews, and data analysis. What specific aspects are you interested in measuring?

I'm particularly interested in social and economic impacts.

For social impacts, you can use surveys to assess changes in community engagement or well-being. For economic impacts, consider analyzing local business growth or employment rates before and after the project.

What tools or frameworks can help with this measurement?

Tools like Logic Models, Theory of Change, and Social Return on Investment (SROI) can be very effective. They help in structuring your evaluation process.

Can you give me an example of a successful community project evaluation?

Sure! One example is a community garden project that used pre- and post-surveys to measure increased access to fresh food and community cohesion. The results showed significant improvements in both areas.