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What is a business plan?
- A document summarising your group's objectives (goals) and strategies for achieving them
- A guide for your group's policies and strategies that is updated at regular intervals
- A document that is useful for funders detailing the past, present and future performance of the organisation
Why is it important?
- Ensure your group understands its purpose
- Help you to think strategically
- Assess the feasibility of a new idea or project
- Clarify what resources you need
- Allow you to review progress and make changes
- Demonstrate a professional image
- Help you in completing applications for funders
- Identify problems before they start
- Improve engagement with members and volunteers
Download the how-to guide below.