EFI has developed an unique product called “Virtual Toolboxes”. Each toolbox will walk the small non-profit or business step by step through the process of doing a particular strategic planning or organizational management task. It includes templates, instruction manuals, and FAQ to assist small non-profits and business to be able to do the task themselves, rather than have the full expense of a consultant. The “Virtual Toolboxes (VTs) are available in our online store now at http://envisioningthefutureintl.ca/online-store/toolbox-products/.
EFI also offers support packages with the “Virtual Toolboxes (VTs)”. By purchasing the support package, EFI clients are able to tap into EFI expertise through email or prearranged online chat meetings to get assistance in implementing their VTs.
VTs are also be available in bundles. This means that instead of an organization having to purchase the entire VT, they can purchase only the sections that they need to perform the task that they are doing. VT bundles are pre-grouped according to the natural flow of performing the task that the full VT covers. Therefore, if a group or organization has expertise in one segment of the task, it is not necessary for them to purchase the entire VT.
Benefits to your organization if you purchase a Virtual Toolbox or a Virtual Toolbox Bundle from EFI
There are many benefits for small non-profits and business when they purchase a Virtual Toolbox or a Virtual Toolbox Bundle from EFI. These benefits include:
- Low Cost –No need to hire a consultant or pay for expensive professional development.
- Increase efficiency – All of the knowledge is in the Toolbox, no need to waste time looking for additional information in order to do the task yourself.
- Empowerment – Volunteers and staff will be empowered by using the Virtual Toolboxes, as it will teach them new skill sets and engage them in the processes occurring in the organization.
- Potential to Increase Income – Whether you are a small non-profit or a small business, income is important. As you use the Virtual Toolboxes, your organization will become more formalized and this will provide credibility to your organization. Both individuals and funders want to associate with well run organizations, which may result in increased income for those organizations.
- Long term impact – When an organization purchases a Virtual Toolbox, it can be used by that organization multiple times throughout the lifespan of the organization.
Our Virtual Toolboxes and Bundles are now available. Our first one is the “Skills and Needs Survey Virtual Toolbox available at http://envisioningthefutureintl.ca/online-store/toolbox-products/.
