Managing in an organization without the capability of managing finances is like trying to plan a dinner party without any food. Finances are the lifeblood of the organization, and without responsible stewardship, a human services organization cannot fulfill its mission. In this Assignment, you will design a budget to support a program.
Imagine the following scenario:
You are the director of a family services nonprofit organization in Hart City. The mission of the family services center is to create a community in which all families have the opportunity to live safe, healthy, and productive lives. The organization is expanding due to increased demand. A benefactor has left $250,000 to your organization, and you must use these funds in a 2-year period.
The nonprofit organization currently has five programs it runs out of its community center:
A Head Start program
A youth mentoring program that prepares high school students for college or a career
- Parenting classes
- Senior yoga
- A food and diaper bank