Grant Milestones vs Impact

In one sentence

Milestones track work done; impact tracks change created.

Short answer

Milestones measure execution against commitments, while impact measures outcomes produced by that execution.

Milestones

  • Controlled by the team
  • Time-bound
  • Execution-focused

Impact

  • Often delayed
  • Influenced by external factors
  • Outcome-focused

Why confusing them causes problems

A project can meet milestones without impact, or create impact while missing milestones. Treating them as the same obscures performance.

Related articles

→ Impact measurement→ Impact verification→ DAO grant milestones→ The grant lifecycle→ Grant accountability

Karma's model

Karma separates milestone tracking from impact documentation so evaluation remains clear and honest.

Grant Milestones vs Impact | Karma