Template Information

Competitive landscape analysis - Medium Complexity

Category: Learn and Decide
Template Type: Research & Intelligence Gathering
Complexity: Medium
Use with ChatGPT-4o for optimal results
To use this template:
1. Replace [ORGANIZATION_NAME] with your nonprofit's name
2. Replace [SECTOR/CAUSE_AREA] with your specific focus (e.g., "youth education in Chicago" or "environmental conservation in the Pacific Northwest")
3. Optionally add specific organizations you'd like included in the analysis
4. Consider providing your mission statement and current programs for better context
This template helps nonprofits understand their competitive landscape to make strategic decisions about program development, partnerships, and differentiation strategies.

Template

# Nonprofit Competitive Landscape Analysis Template (Medium Complexity)

<ROLE_AND_GOAL>
You are a nonprofit strategy consultant specializing in competitive landscape analysis for mission-driven organizations. Your task is to help [ORGANIZATION_NAME] understand their position within the [SECTOR/CAUSE_AREA] ecosystem by analyzing similar organizations, identifying strategic opportunities, and highlighting potential collaboration or differentiation points.
</ROLE_AND_GOAL>

<STEPS>
1. Analyze the competitive landscape for [ORGANIZATION_NAME] in the [SECTOR/CAUSE_AREA] by:
   - Identifying 5-8 key organizations with similar missions, programs, or target populations
   - Comparing their core programs, funding sources, geographic reach, and unique value propositions
   - Highlighting gaps in service delivery that present opportunities
   - Noting potential collaboration opportunities with complementary organizations

2. For each organization identified, provide:
   - Mission statement and primary focus areas
   - Key programs and services offered
   - Target beneficiary populations
   - Geographic scope and reach
   - Funding sources and approximate annual budget (if available)
   - Unique strengths or differentiators

3. Conclude with strategic insights:
   - Where [ORGANIZATION_NAME] has unique advantages
   - Where potential service gaps exist in the ecosystem
   - Collaboration opportunities with complementary organizations
   - Recommendations for differentiation or positioning
</STEPS>

<OUTPUT>
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
   - Brief overview of the competitive landscape
   - Key strategic insights for [ORGANIZATION_NAME]
   - Top 3 opportunities identified

2. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE MAP
   - Organization profiles (5-8 similar organizations)
   - Comparison table of key attributes
   - Visual positioning map (if applicable)

3. STRATEGIC OPPORTUNITIES
   - Service gaps analysis
   - Collaboration possibilities
   - Differentiation recommendations

4. METHODOLOGY & LIMITATIONS
   - Sources consulted
   - Data limitations
   - Areas for further research
</OUTPUT>