Our Research Services

Custom Research Solutions That Drive Impact

At Summit Survey Research, we design and implement research that helps public-serving organizations make informed decisions, improve services, and demonstrate impact for the communities they serve. Our work combines academic expertise with applied insight, supporting government agencies, healthcare systems, nonprofits, and educational institutions nationwide.

With expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research, our team focuses on engaging diverse communities and producing credible, actionable findings. Each project is fully customized to align with client goals, regulatory requirements, and audience needs. Our comprehensive services help you ask the right questions and get meaningful answers.

Survey Research
& Data Collection

We design research strategies that reflect your goals and connect with the communities you serve. Our range of expertise spans 
a vast spectrum of customization, including executions like launching a countywide survey, conducting targeted interviews, and much more. The approach we’ve crafted ensures your tools are methodologically sound, culturally appropriate, and responsive to participant needs.

  • Advanced Statistical Analysis and Modeling
  • Multi-Modal Data Collection
  • Participant Communication, Scheduling, and Incentives
  • Questionnaire/Survey Design and Development
  • Statistically Valid Sampling
  • Survey Research

Our team handles every stage of the data collection process, from questionnaire development and pre-testing to final hosting on secure platforms. We specialize in reaching underrepresented groups, including unhoused, LGBTQ+, and multilingual communities.

Qualitative Research Studies

We gather meaningful, context-rich insights through methods that prioritize depth, equity, and participant voice. Our qualitative research is designed to inform action and foster community connection through exploration of lived experiences, input on new programs, and more.

  • Community-Based Participatory Methods
  • Field Observations
  • Focus Group Moderation
  • In-Depth Interviews
  • Participatory Meeting Facilitation
  • Qualitative Coding and Thematic Analysis
  • Stakeholder Engagement Hosting

Our team brings experience across settings to ensure participants feel heard, respected, and empowered to share. 
We tailor each engagement to meet the needs of the project and population, using proven strategies to surface insights that quantitative tools alone can’t reveal.

Research Planning,
Analysis & Reporting

From planning to presentation, we support every stage of the research lifecycle. Our team serves as a strategic extension of yours, developing sound methodologies, guiding analysis, and delivering insights that reveal patterns, highlight disparities, and support confident decision-making across stakeholder groups.

  • Custom Report Design
  • Dashboard Creation
  • Data Analysis and Visualization
  • Evaluation Design and Implementation
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Mapping
  • IRB Protocol Support
  • Report Writing and Executive Summaries
  • Research Objective Development
  • Direct Mail Outreach
  • Results Presentations and Briefings
  • Translation Services

We work in platforms including SPSS, Qualtrics, and Tableau, and can deliver results in a variety of formats to suit both technical and non-technical audiences. Visual storytelling is a central part of our process, with data visualizations and collaborative review opportunities to ensure your final reports reflect your priorities and speak directly to your audience.

Program & Impact Evaluation

We deliver program evaluation and impact reporting that helps organizations prioritize what works, identify areas for improvement, and support compliance or funding objectives. Each project is adapted to reflect local context, community input, and operational realities to surface practical insights and guide strategic action.

  • Client Satisfaction Studies
  • Community Health Assessments (CHAs)
  • Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs)
  • Community Needs Assessments (CNAs)
  • Point-in-Time (PIT) Counts
  • Program Evaluation and Performance Measurement
  • Public Opinion Research & Polling

Our assessments offer a comprehensive picture of community needs, system performance, and opportunities for impact. We work closely with clients to ensure findings are credible and useful by tailoring every project to your context, timelines, and reporting requirements.

Partner with Us Today

Ready to build stronger programs, secure funding, or guide critical decisions through expert research? 
Contact us to get started.