Research + Evaluation

Make Your Best Next Step. Create Lasting Community Impact.

At TPMA, we empower leaders with research and evaluation methodologies that strike the perfect balance between rigor and real-world utility. Our data-driven insights identify trends, shape strategic recommendations, and equip decision-makers with the information they need to take the best next step.

Communities across the U.S. face complex challenges that hinder growth and opportunity. We work alongside leaders and institutions to uncover root causes, navigate obstacles, and craft actionable solutions that drive meaningful, lasting change.

Data-Driven Insights That Power Impact

DataDash

DataDash simplifies data for organizations, aligning teams around key metrics and building scalable systems to showcase impact with confidence.

Childcare Studies

We deliver data-driven insights and strategies to improve access to quality childcare and strengthen communities.

Community Impact Analysis

We help organizations measure and amplify the ripple effects of their programs and investments on the community.

Data Collection & Tool Creation

We provide accurate data and custom tools that empower smarter decisions and measurable outcomes.

Program Evaluation

We evaluate programs to measure success, uncover improvements, and demonstrate real impact.

Research

We deliver in-depth research that drives informed decisions and impactful, lasting change.

Over 40 Multi-Year Evaluations Driving Impact Nationwide

TPMA has led over 40 multi-year evaluations for high-impact programs supported by the U.S. Department of Labor, National Science Foundation, and U.S. Department of Education—delivering data-driven insights that shape policy, improve outcomes, and drive meaningful change.