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Housing Needs Assessments in California: What You Need to Know

Housing affordability and availability have become critical challenges for communities across California. Comprehensive housing needs assessments have become essential for municipalities, counties, and housing authorities as the housing shortage continues. These assessments provide crucial data and insights for housing policies, development priorities, and funding allocations. A housing needs assessment is a systematic evaluation that: With…

Monday, March 10, 2025
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Creating Sustainable Social Impact with Strategic Planning

Organizations across sectors are prioritizing sustainability and long-term impact more and more each day. Achieving meaningful and lasting change requires more than just good intentions—it demands strategic planning that aligns with mission-driven objectives, stakeholder engagement, and data-informed decision-making. Without a well-structured strategy, social impact initiatives risk inefficiency, short-term gains, or missed opportunities for systemic change.…

Thursday, February 20, 2025
Valentine's Day 2025

From Pasta to Play: A Valentine’s Day to Remember at EVALCORP

Valentine’s Day is a perfect occasion to celebrate camaraderie, gratitude, and of course—delicious food! This year, the EVALCORP team gathered for a fun Valentine’s Day office celebration filled with laughter, good company, and plenty of festive treats. Our celebration kicked off with a spread of Italian cuisine, setting the stage for an afternoon of indulgence.…

Friday, February 14, 2025
California’s Organized Retail Theft (ORT) Prevention Program: Lessons Learned from Year One of Evaluations

California’s Organized Retail Theft (ORT) Prevention Program: Lessons Learned from Year One of Evaluations

What is the Organized Retail Theft Prevention Program? Organized retail theft has become a growing challenge for communities across California. In 2022, the state launched the Organized Retail Theft (ORT) Prevention Grant Program to help respond to the issue. Funded by the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC), this initiative provides funding to…

Friday, February 7, 2025
Community Impact

Maximizing Community Impact Through Effective Program Evaluation

Community-based initiatives are more than just good intentions—they’re powerful vehicles for positive social change. In this post we’ll explain both how program evaluation can maximize community impact and how to work effectively with an evaluation consultant. At its core, program evaluation is about maximizing a program’s potential—ensuring that every effort is purposeful, effective, and continually…

Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Requirements for Measuring Subjective Experiences by Dr. Anthony Clairmont

EVALCORP Shares Best Practices for Measuring Subjective Experiences at American Evaluation Association Conference

As EVALCORP’s lead methodologist, I was proud to represent the firm in a presentation: “Requirements for Measuring Subjective Experiences,” on measurement at the 2024 annual conference of the American Evaluation Association. Specifically, I was selected to talk about the measurement of subjective experiences, or the experiences that people have in their minds, such the experience…

Monday, January 13, 2025
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EVALCORP 2024 Team Event: A Whimsical Grinchmas Adventure at Universal Studios

The holidays offer a special opportunity to reflect on the past year and create meaningful connections, and this year, the EVALCORP team celebrated in style with a festive outing to remember! Nearly 20 of us—both local and from across the country—gathered at Universal Studios for a Grinchmas day filled with holiday cheer. Our adventure began…

Monday, December 16, 2024
Exploring Abductive Coding: Insights from Our International Abductive Coding Workshop

Exploring Abductive Coding: Insights from Our International Abductive Coding Workshop

On November 21, 2024, EVALCORP had the honor of hosting an International Abductive Coding Workshop, offering a deep dive into qualitative coding and abductive analysis. This virtual event provided a unique opportunity for researchers, educators, and applied practitioners from around the world to explore valuable tools and strategies grounded in the innovative techniques presented in…

Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Recognizing Camp Sober Fest

Recognizing Camp Sober Fest

Today, EVALCORP would like to shine the spotlight on one of the incredible organizations we have the privilege to support. Founded by Breezy Nowlan, Camp Sober Fest offers a unique retreat experience for people in recovery, providing them with the chance to reconnect with themselves and rediscover joy through a series of fun, community-focused activities.…

Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Rebellion Dogs – Building Bonds and Fostering Recovery through Teamwork

Rebellion Dogs – Building Bonds and Fostering Recovery through Teamwork

In the journey of recovery, community support and shared experiences can be powerful motivators. EVALCORP is proud to support the Rebellion Dogs, a recovery-focused softball team in Irvine, CA, that offers an inclusive space for individuals on the path to sobriety. Recently, we had the opportunity to interview Breezy Nowlan, a dedicated team member, to…

Thursday, November 7, 2024

“If you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it.“

– Peter Drucker

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