The goal of project is to develop a comprehensive and actionable three-year strategic plan that aligns with the mission, vision, and growth trajectory of Resilient Hearts, with an emphasis on sustainability, impact, and innovation in disability-inclusive service delivery while assessing the current state of the organization.

Project Scope:

Students will:

1. Conduct an organizational analysis (SWOT, PESTLE, stakeholder analysis)
2. Research sector trends relevant to disability services, social enterprise, and community-based supports
3. Engage with Resilient Hearts leadership to understand goals, operations, and target markets
4. Develop strategic priorities across key areas such as:

• Service expansion
• Revenue diversification
• Program innovation
• Strategic partnerships
• Branding & outreach
• Capacity-building (staff, tech, facilities)

1. Create measurable goals and timelines for each year
2. Provide an implementation roadmap with key performance indicators (KPIs) and risk mitigation strategies

Expected Deliverables:

1. Three-Year Strategic Plan Document (approx. 20–30 pages) including:

• Executive Summary
• Vision, Mission, and Values alignment
• SWOT/PESTLE
• Strategic goals (Year 1–3)
• Financial sustainability & funding strategy
• Risk management plan
• Monitoring and evaluation framework

1. Presentation Slide Deck (for final pitch to Resilient Hearts Leadership)
2. Implementation Roadmap (Visual timeline or Gantt chart with annual milestones)

Skills & Learning Outcomes:

Students will:

• Apply strategic planning methodologies in a real-world context
• Develop sector-specific knowledge in nonprofit/social enterprise strategy
• Strengthen project management, consulting, and communication skills
• Learn to co-create with community partners and marginalized groups