Creating a welcoming space can be a priority from the very beginning of the events process. Wondering if it’s too late? No problem—there are also ways to build in access even on the day of the event.
Consider inclusion in what people see, hear, feel and taste. Go beyond the guests—staff, vendors and community members will benefit from a thoughtful approach, too.
As a model of inclusion, this checklist is available for free. At the request of our users, we also offer the option to contribute $10 or more. This offsets the creation of the checklist and will make it possible to create more resources. The checklist versions below are the same — they just offer different “pay-what-you-choose” options.
Use the Events Accessibility & Inclusion Checklist to strengthen your organization’s events. This download allows you to contribute $50 to offset the costs of creating the checklist.
Use the Events Accessibility & Inclusion Checklist to strengthen your organization’s events. This download allows you to contribute $10 to offset the costs of creating the checklist.
Use the Events Accessibility & Inclusion Checklist to strengthen your organization’s events. This download allows you to get the checklist for free. We are glad to provide this resource in the spirit of collaboration to build better events across our community.
Suggested use: early in the planning process, with a planning committee or as inspiration for a team discussion
Take it farther: create your own custom checklist or conduct an accessibility audit
Are you ready to apply for grants? The application process includes a great deal of detailed information about your organization and programming. Fortunately, many funders request similar information. Use the Grants Readiness checklist to identify whether you are truly ready to undertake an application process.
The checklist versions below are the same — they just offer different “pay-what-you-choose” options. This checklist is also available for free to clients and potential clients. Send an email to get your copy.
Use the Grants Readiness checklist to prepare to apply for grants. Gather the materials in advance for a smoother, faster application process.
The checklist includes information on your organization, program, finances, governance and tax and legal status. It also includes the staff capacity and infrastructure you will need for consistent, effective communication with potential funders.
Please consider purchasing at this $30 level to support our business and allow us to publish more pay-what-you-choose resources like this one.
Use the Grants Readiness checklist to prepare to apply for grants. Gather the materials in advance for a smoother, faster application process.
The checklist includes information on your organization, program, finances, governance and tax and legal status. It also includes the staff capacity and infrastructure you will need for consistent, effective communication with potential funders.
This $15 level is available for individuals and organizations that are not able to purchase at the $30 level. If within your means, please consider purchasing at the $30 level instead.
Suggested use: during a quiet season while you are preparing your grants calendar and considering where to apply; when you are thinking of hiring a consultant and want to be sure to get the most from your investment
Take it farther: gather the materials in advance for a smoother, faster application process
Transitions can be opportunities to build clarity and momentum — or they can lead to chaos. Let’s ensure the transition of our project supports your next steps and furthers your learning. This checklist will ensure you have what you need to move forward, from data to debrief questions and beyond.
Use the Project Closeout checklist to save time in the long run by making sure you have the resources, relationships, account access and assets to continue the work smoothly from the first day after our contract ends.
This checklist is available for free.
Use the Project Closeout checklist to transition our work together and ensure you have what you need to move forward. These are my recommendations for what to cover, from digital assets to questions to ask in a debrief.
Suggested use: with a contractor or consultant; when a project is nearing the wrap-up stage, or at the very beginning
Take it farther: bring together a team to add items and questions under each category; apply the checklist to your projects with other consultants
We welcome input as our knowledge continues to evolve. We also offer customized checklist and assessment services. Don’t hesitate to get in touch.