Portfolio Analysis in Child Welfare Organizations: A Tool for Resolving Profitability & Mission Issues

OPEN MINDS, The Behavioral Health & Social Service Industry Analyst

Children's Vanguard

The child welfare landscape has changed dramatically over the past five years. Organizations are being asked to do more with less — which of course is wreaking havoc, not only in the financial realm, but also with the quality and choice of service delivery. What can be done to begin bringing finances back in line, while ensuring that client needs are met at the highest levels?

To bring clarity in answering this question, we need to focus . . .