Prove Your Impact. Secure More Funding
Gain cost-effective, objective evidence of your impact on students, so you can strengthen grant applications, attract more donors, and solidify your vital partnerships – all with minimal burden on your team.
The Problem You're Facing
As an educational non-profit leader, you’re dedicated to making a real difference for students, but proving that impact can be a constant battle.
Funding Pressures
You need to fight for decreasing funding opportunities by proving your impact to secure grants and attract donors.
Costly Evaluations
Traditional program evaluations are often too expensive and resource-intensive, diverting precious funds from your core mission.
Credibility & Partnerships
You need objective, third-party validation to strengthen your relationships with partner school districts and enhance your credibility with funders.
Demonstrating Value
It's challenging to consistently showcase your program's effectiveness to all stakeholders without clear, unbiased data.
This can leave you feeling frustrated, struggling to communicate your true value, and potentially missing out on critical funding opportunities.
Your Cost-Effective Impact Partner
At Parsimony, we understand the unique challenges educational non-profits face in proving their worth while managing tight budgets. That’s why we offer MomentMN Snapshot Reports: independent, cost-effective impact evaluations designed to provide the objective evidence you need.
Founded by Dr. Amanuel Medhanie, who observed the difficulties in measuring impact even with abundant data in school districts, Parsimony streamlines the process of demonstrating your program’s positive effect on students. We are your trusted, independent guide, helping you maximize your funding opportunities and strengthen your mission.
The 3-Step MomentMN Plan
We make demonstrating your program’s impact efficient and straightforward, with minimal effort from your staff:
Step 1
We Gather Your Data
Parsimony securely collects existing student data from your non-profit about the students you serve and the services provided.
Step 2
Rigorous, Independent Analysis
We analyze this data, along with information from partner districts, to conduct thorough and unbiased evaluations of your program’s impact.
Step 3
Receive Actionable Evidence
You receive a clear, easy-to-understand Snapshot Report with a video interpretation, providing objective evidence of your program’s impact. This report is also shared with your partner school districts.
We are committed to providing you with the credibility of rigorous third-party
evidence at a fraction of the resources of traditional evaluations.
Ready to Elevate Your
Impact & Funding?
Don't let a lack of accessible data hinder your program's growth or your ability to secure essential funding. Take the first step toward clear, compelling proof of your value.
Without consistent, objective proof of your program's impact:
You risk struggling to secure critical grants and donor funding in a competitive landscape.
Your partnerships with school districts may not reach their full potential without clear evidence of shared success.
You may miss opportunities to identify areas for program improvement, potentially limiting your reach and effectiveness.
Your claims of impact might lack the credibility needed to stand out and attract the support you deserve.
Imagine a future where you can:
Secure More Funding
Provide credible, unbiased evidence of your program's effectiveness, which is critical for grant applications and donor relations.
Strengthen Partnerships
Offer data that validates your value to partner school districts, deepening collaboration.
Optimize Your Programs
Gain insights that help you refine and improve your services to better serve students.
Gain a Competitive Edge
Differentiate your non-profit by demonstrating a commitment to rigorous evaluation, making your organization more attractive to funders.
Lead with Confidence
Feel Credible, Confident, and Optimistic when speaking with funders, donors, and district partners about your proven results.
MomentMN Snapshot Reports provide the strategic investment you need to prove your impact, ensure your sustainability, and grow your vital mission.
Our Scientific Advisory Board
Dr. Angie Eilers
Dr. Angie Eilers is an educational researcher with a proven track record of translating academic research into real-world solutions. Her passion for equitable access to education led to the founding of UR Turn, an innovative venture supported by the National Science Foundation and AT&T. This initiative aims to break down barriers to college and career access for all students. Dr. Eilers' deep understanding of educational research, coupled with her entrepreneurial spirit, makes her an invaluable asset to Parsimony.
Dr. Christopher Desjardins
Dr. Christopher Desjardins is an educational researcher with over a decade of experience in data analysis, using tools like R, Python, SQL, and Tableau. As a former assistant professor of Statistics at Saint Michael’s College, he brings a strong academic background and research experience. His expertise in statistics and research methods makes him an ideal advisor to Parsimony.
Dr. David Parker
Dr. David Parker is a leader in educational research and development. His expertise in research design, program evaluation, and data management has contributed to the success of numerous educational initiatives. Dr. Parker’s work focuses on improving student outcomes, particularly in reading and math. He has a strong track record of securing grant funding and publishing research in top-tier journals. His wealth of experience in translating research into practice enables him to advise Parsimony on ways to help clients be strategic about using research to ensure the longevity and success of their programs.
Dr. Eric Vanden Berk
Dr. Eric Vanden Berk is an experienced educational researcher and data scientist with over a decade of experience in evaluating and improving educational programs for school districts. His deep knowledge of educational data infrastructure, psychometrics, evaluation, and challenges faced by school districts, enables him to provide valuable insights into how Parsimony can address district needs without being a burden. He has a proven ability to engage with district leaders and educators to foster a culture of evidence-based decision-making.