Bpeace Theory of Change 2023.xlsx

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1		MISSION: We work with entrepreneurs in crisis-affected communities to scale their businesses, create significant employment for all, expand the economic power of women and create inclusive economies.
2		VISION: We envision a world where job creators, who believe in women’s economic empowerment and inclusvity, accelerate crisis-affected communities up the path to prosperity. We envision a world made more peaceful by the creation of jobs, which provide dignity and economic stability as a powerful alternative to violence.
3		HOW AND WHERE: We provide impactful business advice to companies in crisis-affected communities, where women and minorities are underemployed and where we believe more jobs can cut the oxygen to violence. Bpeace “Skillanthropists” volunteer their skills and knowledge, both on-site and remotely, to help businesses in these countries grow, create jobs, become more profitable and secure a future for their workers and communities.
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5	ASSUMPTIONS	INPUT	ACTIVITIES	OUTPUTS	OUTCOMES (for Small Businesses)	OUTCOMES (for Skillanthropists)	IMPACT
6		Our core strategy: Accelerate the ability of business owners, especially minorities and underserved populations including women, to create jobs and strengthen their local economies. Our target “customers”: Job creators (small and medium sized business owners--especially women), in crisis-affected communities, who have the desire and the potential to grow their businesses in order employ more people. We call these small businesses "Fast Runners".
7	Conditions that we believe already exist and are needed for the success of our program.	Resources devoted to our program.	Actions we take or work we perform.	The measurable results from our activities.	Subsequent changes we seek to achieve in people, systems, policies, or organizations.		The long-term or indirect effects of our outcomes.
8	We make the leap that more jobs in a community are a critical part of reducing violence.	Clear and motivating origin story, mission and vision	Identifying Fast Runners with growth potential and the desire to create more jobs for their community	The increase in the number of absolute jobs created by each Fast Runner; the percentage increase in jobs and revenue	When Fast Runners implement the recommended growth advice, they gain:	When Skillanthropists feel the pride of volunteering with Bpeace, they are more likely to participate repeatedly	More local jobs, especially for women and underserved communities.
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10	While we have a bias for women's entrepreneurship, we also work with male owner/founders who employ significant percentages of women.	Passionate and experienced Board and staff	Recruiting appropriately experienced Skillanthropists	The percentage increase of women employed by each Fast Runner, and participating on the management team	More customers New markets Profitable and new products New marketing channels New business units Less employee turnover Stronger management teams Captial secured	Skillanthropists feel valued and respected for their knowledge and skills	Greater numbers of family members supported through jobs
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12	More jobs, for men and women, and stronger economies, ultimately lead to peace and prosperity for all.	Talented network of Skillanthropists who invest time, skills and money	Matching Fast Runners with Skillanthropists	The percentage of Fast Runner businesses that are women owned or led	Fast Runners have stronger networks.	Skillanthropists see how they are having a positive impact on the world via Bpeace	More minorities and women participating as leaders in their business and community
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14	When women have stronger economic voices they disproportionately invest in education and health which leads to more peaceful communities.	Engaged corporate partners who provide in-kind services, money, and access to Skillanthropists	Delivering relevant learning content, tools and advisory by Skillanthropist for Fast Runner Cohorts	The number of active Fast Runner Alumni; and the percentage we retain year over year	Fast Runners identify with others in their cohort and engage in peer problem solving.	Skillanthropists become ambassadors and advocates who help build Bpeace resources (see inputs)	Increased revenue and profitability that leads to more sustainable businesses that keep growing and creating employment
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16	A woman has a more powerful economic voice when she earns a job or a leadership position--where she didn't have one before.	Fast Runners (men and women) who invest time, money and knowledge and who believe in/are committed to the impact creating jobs will make	Developing tailored Growth Projects	The percentage of Fast Runners who respond to our request to report in the annual Census	Fast Runners access ongoing advice through lasting relationships with Skillanthropists and Bpeace Connect.		A community multiplier effect as more jobs increase purchasing power and at other local businesses
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18	In crisis-affected communities there is a pent-up demand to grow small and medium sized businesses and jobs.	Proven and proprietary accelerator model and tools	Analyzing and adjusting programs through Feedback Loops	The number of communities in which we work; the number of businesses we advise	Fast Runners are better able to access financing they need in order to expand and create jobs.
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20	All of the above are widely-held beliefs that attract Fast Runners, Skillanthropists and donors.	Diversified funding channels	Facilitating Fast Runner Peer Networks	The number of peer networking opportunities and business connection created	Fast Runners evidence more self confidence.
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22			Access to on demand curated business content	The completions of modules, increased engagment and certifications achieved.	Fast Runners ambassadors and advocates who help build our resources (see inputs).
23				The number of Skillanthropists and Fast Runner and the percentage of them who are active
24			Women Forward Activities to support increase of women business leaders		Fast Runners pay it forward by teaching and training others
25				The number and value of pro bono hours delivered by Skillanthropists
26			Programming that addresses the unique challenges of U.S. minority owned businesses.
27				The number of active Corporate Partners
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