Data-Driven Solutions for Nonprofit Excellence
Responsive Evaluation Services
Maximize Your Nonprofit’s Impact with Expert Program Evaluation and Strategic Planning
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The Challenge You’re Facing
• Grant requirements demand proof of impact, but you’re not sure how to measure it effectively
• Board members and funders are asking tough questions about program effectiveness
• Staff burnout from juggling program delivery with complex evaluation tasks
• Limited resources make it difficult to hire full-time evaluation expertise
• Data collection feels overwhelming without a clear system or strategy
Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Many Santa Barbara nonprofits struggle with proving their impact.
The Success You’ll Achieve
• Clear, compelling data that demonstrates your program’s work and why
• Confident grant applications backed by solid evaluation evidence
• Strategic improvements based on what the data reveals about your programs
• Board and funder confidence through transparent impact reporting
• Staff focus on what they do best while an evaluation runs smoothly
With 25+ years of evaluation expertise, I’ll help you turn your good work into measurable impact.
Ready to Maximize Your Impact?
Choose your next step based on where you are in your evaluation journey
Free Impact Assessment
Not sure where to start? Get a personalized 30-minute consultation where we’ll assess your current evaluation needs and create a roadmap for measuring your impact.
Perfect if you’re: Just starting with evaluation, facing funder pressure, or need to understand your options
Start Your Evaluation Project
Ready to dive in? Let’s design a comprehensive evaluation system that fits your programs, timeline, and budget. Get a detailed proposal within 5 business days.
Perfect if you: Have a specific program to evaluate, need evaluation for a grant, or want to improve an existing program

Helping Santa Barbara Nonprofits Expand Their Impact Through Strategic Program Evaluation
Are you struggling to clearly demonstrate your nonprofit’s impact and secure the funding you need to grow? With 28 years of experience in program evaluation, grant administration, and strategic planning, I understand the challenges nonprofits face. At Responsive Evaluation Services, I specialize in tailored evaluation solutions that fit your unique needs. I’ll work closely with you to assess your programs, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop actionable strategies that resonate with funders and stakeholders. Let’s start transforming your program data into powerful stories that drive lasting change. Don’t let unclear impact reports or ineffective strategies hold your organization back from achieving its mission. Together, we’ll turn small improvements into meaningful, sustainable organizational growth and increased community impact.
What I Offer Your Organization
My range of services, from program evaluation to grant writing
Program Evaluation
Conducting comprehensive assessments to measure program outcomes, impact, and effectiveness using evidence-based methodologies
Strategic Planning
Facilitating collaborative planning processes to develop clear long-term vision, measurable goals, and actionable implementation strategies
Technical Assistance
Delivering targeted support and expertise to strengthen organizational systems, processes, and capacity for sustainable growth
Grant Writing and Fundraising Support
Crafting compelling proposals and developing diversified funding strategies to secure resources from foundations, government agencies, and private donors
Board Development and Research
Providing customized training, governance assessments, and strategic guidance to enhance board effectiveness and organizational leadership