# From Strategic Planning to Implementation: Making Your Impact Measurable in 2026

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Podcast: [The Social Impact Solutions Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-social-impact-solutions-podcast-7134873)
Published: 2026-02-10T12:00:01+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of the Social Impact Solutions Podcast, John Mark and Lauren Vanderpool discuss the critical role of strategic planning, and how impact measurement is key in this process. They highlight the common gaps in strategic plans regarding impact and emphasize the need for nonprofits to measure and communicate their impact effectively. The discussion covers the importance of aligning programs with strategic goals, understanding the true impact of nonprofit activities, and incorporating measurable objectives into strategic plans. They also address the misconceptions surrounding impact measurement and the necessity of having a clear theory of change and logic model to guide nonprofit efforts. Ultimately, the conversation underscores that keeping impact at the center of strategic planning is essential for nonprofit success and donor engagement. Episode Resources: - Schedule a Free Call a with Social Impact Solutions Co-Founders: www.socialimpactsolutions.com - Take the Free Fundraising Quiz: www.fundraisingquiz.org Episode Chapters - 00:00: The Importance of Impact Measurement in Nonprofits - 11:15: Understanding the Gaps in Strategic Planning - 18:57: Creating a Logic Model for Impact Measurement - 26:27: The Role of Funders in Impact Measurement

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