Social Return on Investment Analysis for a Conservation NGO

Problem:

A conservation NGO operating in the Peruvian Amazon needed to assess the value of its environmental and social programs to demonstrate their impact and attract further investment and donor funding.

Actions:

• Conducted a rigorous Social Return on Investment (SROI) stress test, employing a robust methodology to measure the social, environmental, and economic value generated by the NGO's programs in the Peruvian Amazon.

• Utilised the SROI analysis findings to develop a clear understanding of the social net present value (S-NPV) of the NGO's programs, highlighting the tangible benefits and positive outcomes.

• Advised the NGO leadership on strategies to leverage the S-NPV findings as a compelling argument for further investment, partnerships, and donor funding, emphasising the long-term value and positive social impact generated by their programs.

Results:

• Successfully quantified and communicated the social and environmental value generated by the NGO's programs in the Peruvian Amazon through the SROI stress test.

• Leveraged the S-NPV findings to strengthen the organisation's position, build strategic partnerships, and secure long-term funding for their conservation efforts in the Peruvian Amazon.

• Increased the NGO's visibility and credibility as a leader in environmental conservation, encouraging collaboration with other organisations and fostering sustainable development in the region.