Priority Three
Build Sustainability
Key Indicator:
Increase in the number of funding streams per school district
Implement innovative, effective, and sustainable fundraising strategies
Community-centered and ethically grounded approaches to stakeholder stewardship and fundraising
Develop effective strategies to engage philanthropic partners
Diversify funding streams
Key Indicator:
Increase in the number of operational and personnel contingency plans
Create robust plans for the future
Succession planning across the organization
Contingency planning
Managing financial risk & utilizing cost analysis process
Key Indicator:
High efficiency rating of the new financial system
Implement user-friendly financial systems
Develop smart expansion criteria
Significant percentage of community commitment
Long-term commitment from prospective districts
Sustainable funding model
Key Indicator:
Raise the percentage of districts with a three-year commitment.
Key Indicators for this Priority:
Increase in the percentage of unrestricted vs. restricted funding, braided funding percentages, donor retention, and tiered giving levels.

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Priority One
Accelerate Programs & Partnerships to Enhance Student Impact
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Priority Two
Amplify Our Presence & Reputation
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Priority Three
Build Sustainability
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Priority Four
Invest in a Supportive Organization Culture
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Priority Five
Championing Systems Change for Michigan Students