Teaching Paper: Strategic Planning Worksheets for Non-Profit Growth – Practical Tools for Goal Setting, Resource Allocation, and Performance Measurement

Strategic planning enables non-profits to align their resources, goals, and activities with long-term mission achievement. This Teaching Paper introduces four structured worksheets—situational analysis, goal setting, resource allocation, and performance measurement—that guide organizations through each stage of the planning process. Adaptable to diverse organizational contexts, including low-resource environments, the worksheets translate strategic concepts into practical tools that enhance accountability, sustainability, and impact. A case study of a youth development non-profit illustrates how applying these templates improved volunteer engagement, clarified goals, and strengthened resource management. For academics, the paper operationalizes strategic planning theory; for practitioners, it provides ready-to-use instruments for building resilient and effective organizations.