Organizational Capacity Building

Strategic planning helps early childhood programs set direction, identify priorities, aligning systems to move their mission forward.

Candlelight Strategies can support:

• Defining program goals, priorities, and desired outcomes.

• Supporting needs assessment and goal-setting with existing data and program context.

• Advising on program design and service delivery considerations for program planning.

• Facilitating planning sessions to translate big prioritie into achievable small steps.

• Ongoing consultation to help leaders monitor progress.

Governance

Strong shared governance practices support effective oversight, and informed decision-making. Engaged governing bodies and policy councils play a crucial role in program success.

Candlelight Strategies can support:

• Training for governing bodies and policy councils on roles and responsibilities.

• Advising on governance by-laws and practices regarding oversight and decision-making.

• Supporting alignment between governance priorities and program leadership direction.

• Facilitating strategic planning discussions with boards and policy councils as needed.

Systems development involves strengthening the structures that support daily operations and help the program function effectively.

Candlelight Strategies can support:

• Reviewing existing systems to identify strengths, gaps, and opportunities.

• Designing workflows that clarify expectations, responsibilities, and timelines.

• Advising on alignment across service areas to reduce silos and improve coordination.

• Supporting leadership in identifying tool, routines, and practices that support consistency and quality.

Leadership & Workforce Development

Leadership and workforce development focus on strengthening the people and structures that support an effective, quality program.

Candlelight Strategies can support:

• Supporting leadership in strengthening decision-making for organizational consistency..

• Clarifying roles, responsibilities, and communication structures across teams.

• Advising on workforce development systems regarding supervision, coaching, and professional development.

• Assessing internal processes that support staff recruitment and retention.

Systems Development

Strategic Planning

Organizational capacity building is about helping programs to strengthen the systems and leadership practices that support both daily operations and long-term stability.