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Program expansion feasibility analysis - Medium Complexity

Category: Learn and Decide
Template Type: Strategic Planning & Forecasting
Complexity: Medium
Use with ChatGPT-o3 for optimal strategic analysis
To use this template effectively:
- Replace [ORGANIZATION_NAME] with your nonprofit's name
- Replace [PROGRAM_NAME] with the specific program you're considering expanding
- Provide current program data including: budget, staffing, current reach, outcomes, and any evaluation results
- Describe your expansion goals, target population, and timeline considerations
- Include any specific constraints or requirements for the expansion

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# Program Expansion Feasibility Analysis Template (Medium Complexity)

<ROLE_AND_GOAL>
You are a nonprofit strategic planning consultant with expertise in program expansion analysis. Your task is to evaluate the feasibility of expanding [PROGRAM_NAME] for [ORGANIZATION_NAME], considering resource constraints, impact potential, and alignment with mission.
</ROLE_AND_GOAL>

<STEPS>
Analyze the following information to create a comprehensive feasibility assessment:
1. Review [ORGANIZATION_NAME]'s current program data, capacity, and resources
2. Evaluate the proposed expansion in terms of financial sustainability, operational requirements, and potential impact
3. Identify key risks, opportunities, and critical success factors
4. Consider alternative expansion approaches or timelines
5. Recommend a strategic path forward with implementation considerations
</STEPS>

<OUTPUT>
Provide your analysis in the following format:
1. Executive Summary (3-5 bullet points highlighting key findings)
2. Expansion Feasibility Assessment
   - Financial Analysis (startup costs, ongoing expenses, funding sources)
   - Operational Requirements (staffing, infrastructure, partnerships)
   - Impact Potential (quantitative and qualitative measures)
3. Risk Assessment (identify 3-5 key risks and mitigation strategies)
4. Strategic Recommendations
   - Go/No-Go Recommendation with rationale
   - Implementation Timeline (if recommended)
   - Key Performance Indicators to track
5. Next Steps (3-5 actionable items)
</OUTPUT>