PROGRAM STRATEGY + EVALUATION
Craft programs that advance social good
Understand your program's contributions in a broader context and surface how you fit into a dynamic, ever-changing world
We meet clients where they are in their program's evolution and create customized evaluation plans.
We merge evaluation with strategy to help you make informed, data-driven decisions that strengthen your programs’ effectiveness and sustainability.
Whether a multi-year community-based program about climate change, a K-12 single-visit program, or an intensive fellowship program, we can help you use evaluation as a strategic tool for making a positive impact.
EMBRACING COMPLEXITY
Museum programs are rooted in complex history and systems. We develop reflective tools like Logic Models and Theories of Change that recognize this complexity and help you stay focused on why your program exists in the first place.
CENTERING EQUITY
We use equitable and inclusive evaluation practices to forefront diverse perspectives and address systemic inequalities. This commitment promotes fairness, accountability, and improved decision-making.
WORKING TOGETHER
The best collaborations are fueled by trust, honesty, and an appreciation for what everyone brings to the table. We are your thought partners and help you connect the dots between evaluation data and action steps to strengthen your program.
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Kera Collective was the ideal partner for our team’s first formal program evaluation…We were able to talk in specific terms about our program and goals, and they were right there with us. This was particularly evident in the Logic Model, a tool they created with and for us that will have a lasting impact on our work. I have no doubt that our program will be stronger not only because of the outcomes of the study, but also because of the time we spent working alongside our Kera colleagues. It was our first formal evaluation and the experience has motivated me to make sure it will not be our last.
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- Leslie Hayes, Vice President for Education, The New York Historical
Aligning the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s Sherlock Program to its Intended Impact
As a thought partner, we supported the Philadelphia Museum of Art over three years in aligning a multi-visit school program to its intended impact.
Mapping Teens’ Journeys in the Smithsonian National Museum of American History’s Youth Leadership Team Pilot Program
We documented teen participants’ journey in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History Youth Leadership Team pilot program, which sought to center youth voices in the planning and development as part of its National Youth Summit.
Exploring the Broader Impacts of The Wild Center’s Longstanding Youth Climate Program in Rural Contexts
We helped The Wild Center understand the impact of its longstanding youth climate program on participants in rural communities and, more broadly, its network of partners across New York state and beyond.
Evaluating Programs for Horticulture Professionals at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
We evaluated a suite of programs for horticulture professionals intended to strengthen sustainable horticultural and landscaping practices in Maine.
