Community organizations, nonprofits, government programs and other mission-driven agencies exist to create meaningful change. As these organizations deliver programs and services, a critical question emerges: are we actually making the difference we set out to make? That’s where program evaluation comes in—a program evaluation consulting team can help organizations demonstrate their impact and make data-informed…
In our previous post, we explored how counties and public health departments can facilitate effective stakeholder engagement and community planning throughout the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) transition. As the fifth installment in our BHSA Transition Guide series, we turn to another core pillar: strengthened statewide oversight and accountability. Compliance under BHSA includes structured requirements for planning,…
Government agencies operate in an environment defined by public accountability, shifting political priorities, regulatory mandates, and limited resources. Success requires more than short-term planning. It demands clarity of purpose, disciplined execution, and measurable outcomes. At EVALCORP, we understand that government strategic planning is both a leadership responsibility and a structured process. Agencies that commit to…
Last week, EVALCORP showed its team some love with a virtual Valentine’s party! Staff from coast to coast and beyond logged in for a special celebration highlighting one of our core values: Caring. The holiday offered the perfect opportunity to pause, show appreciation for one another, and strengthen the connections that make our team so…
Evaluation Methods Quarterly is a blog series by Dr. Anthony Clairmont, EVALCORP’s Lead Methodologist. Dr. Clairmont explores key methodological concepts, challenges, and innovations in evaluation, offering insights to strengthen practice and advance the field. Often, when a disparity is found in a program evaluation, this is reported as prima facie evidence of a problem with…
Our Consulting Services Division Leadership Team (CSDLT) represents a strategic commitment to what matters most: excellence, collaboration, and unwavering client service. This four-person team ensures that our clients receive our best thinking, on-time and on-budget project management, and exceptional quality and value throughout each and every project we design and implement. They serve as knowledgeable…
EVALCORP’s evaluation team has partnered with health systems in Southern California since 2018 to assess and improve the health of diverse communities. Through three comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) cycles and multiple Implementation Strategy (IS) engagements, our team has worked to identify, prioritize, and address the health challenges facing thousands of residents, while building…
January 2026 — A recent substance use treatment program evaluation conducted by EVALCORP in partnership with Pinellas County Human Services and Gulf Coast Jewish Family and Community Services reveals that a structured client engagement protocol improved treatment connection rates for individuals who have overdosed or are at risk of opioid overdose. The evaluation assessed an opioid treatment initiative funded through Substance…
Community organizations, nonprofits, government programs and other mission-driven agencies work hard to serve their communities effectively. But how do you know if your programs are addressing the right issues? How do you identify gaps in services or understand what your community truly needs? That’s where needs assessment comes in—a needs assessment consulting team can help…
EVALCORP has partnered with Waymakers, a nonprofit organization in Orange County, California, for more than fifteen years to support tobacco prevention evaluation. Throughout this partnership, one of our roles has been to help Waymakers collect the data needed to strengthen their work, document progress, and meet the requirements of the California Tobacco Prevention Program (CTPP). Waymakers leads…