Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 1, 2013

The reports listed below are just a small sampling of the research available to nonprofits about online communications and fundraising, social media, and mobile technology. These reports are, however, some of the most valuable in terms of insight, useful and practical data, and how-to advice. View: All M&R Reseach Labs Reports.

Social Media 203

Social Media Mobile Report Communication 203

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 2, 2014

The reports listed below are just a small sampling of the research available to nonprofits about online communications and fundraising, social media, and mobile technology. If you would like to suggest a report be added to the list, please post the name and a link to the report in a comment below. Published by M+R and NTEN.

Social Media 232

Social Media Mobile Report Media 232

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 20, 2016

The reports listed below are just a small sampling of some of the research available to nonprofits on the subjects of online fundraising and social media. If you would like to suggest a report be added to the list, please send a link to the report to Nonprofit Tech for Good. Most of the reports listed are based on U.S.

Social Media 166

Social Media Report Media Asia 166

Care2

JANUARY 21, 2013

These are the types of questions we hope to see answered in the upcoming video benchmark study for nonprofits being conducted by Edelman, See3 Communications, and YouTube. Of course nonprofit’s also witnessed the downside of the Kony 2012 video success.

Benchmark 69

Benchmark Survey Video Uganda 69

NetWits

APRIL 6, 2012

While we were there, Blackbaud, NTEN and Common Knowledge released the 2012 Nonprofit Social Networking Benchmark Report. Don’t forget to download the complete 2012 Nonprofit Social Networking Benchmark Report. The conference was amazing!

Facebook 241

Facebook San Francisco Benchmark NTEN 241

NTEN

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

NTEN has been conducting an annual survey about technology (formerly known as "IT") staffing levels and salaries, as well as budget and planning practices of nonprofits, since 2006. We are happy to announce that the 2011 survey is underway – and that it is new and improved! > Number of technology staff per organizational staff.

Benchmark 78

Benchmark Survey Technology Nonprofit 78

Care2

APRIL 3, 2012

I have been waiting to get my hands on the latest 2012 Social Networking Benchmark Report because it’s one of the only comprehensive surveys that provides a good overview of how nonprofits are utilizing social media to brand themselves online, connect with new supporters, and raise money.

Social Media 78

Social Media Report Media Social 78

TechImpact

MAY 12, 2014

ExactTarget – “The 2012 channel preference survey” (2012). O2 – “Mobile life report” UK (2013). Mobile received the largest percentage of unique clicks (40%), webmail was a strong second with 35% – Experian “Quarterly Email Benchmark Study” (Q2 2013). The Radicati Group “Email Statistics Report, 2013-2017?.

Statistics 168

Statistics Mobile Marketing India 168

NTEN

NOVEMBER 9, 2012

NTEN partnered with Charity Dynamics to conduct the 2012 Nonrprofit Donor Engagement Study. Survey questions sought to understand understand individuals’ preferences regarding traditional and digital media for donating, volunteering, and engaging with nonprofits.

Studies 73

Studies Donor Benchmark Charity 73

NTEN

MAY 20, 2013

Last month we released our seventh annual report on nonprofit investment and practices regarding technology. You can download the complete report here , and don''t forget the companion online benchmarking tool , where you can compare some of your organization''s data against your peers in our research.

Ratio 85

Ratio Report Technology Roles 85

Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

advertising, surveys, reporting, and business analysis. One of the most exciting projects I’ve been involved with is GrantStation’s State of Grantseeking Survey. Here’s how: Recency: We survey grantseekers, grant writers, and those involved in the grantseeking universe twice a year (spring and fall).

Survey 56

Survey Grant Comparison Analysis 56

Care2

APRIL 11, 2013

A few days ago, I reported some of the juicy details from the 2013 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study that was just released showing data from 2012. There were 55 of the country’s leading nonprofits surveyed for this study, including the American Red Cross, Oceana, American Heart Association, AARP , and Human Rights Watch.

Facebook 69

Facebook Twitter Benchmark Social Media 69

NTEN

APRIL 10, 2012

As you may have heard, we released the 2012 Nonprofit Social Benchmarking Report at the NTC last week. Learn more and register today The report addresses questions like: How many Facebook pages does the average nonprofit maintain? > Free for everyone! How many followers do nonprofits have on Twitter?

Social Network 65

Social Network Network Social NTC 65

Connection Cafe

JUNE 13, 2013

Benchmarks let us know how we perform compared to our event fundraising peers. Metrics and benchmarks can be our guides to whether your efforts at creating a great experience for participants are paying off. Post event surveys revealed the number one reason participants didn’t fundraise in 2012 was “No one asked me to”.

Metrics 42

Metrics Benchmark Fundraising Stats 42

Tech Soup

JANUARY 17, 2012

Cynthia Adams, President and CEO of GrantStation, reports on the results of GrantStation's survey about grantseeking challenges facing nonprofit organizations. Michael offers some suggestions for developing Your Tech Game Plan for 2012. Alicja rounds up upcoming 2012 European conferences. From NetSquared.

Global 45

Global North America Romania Asia 45

Connection Cafe

MAY 9, 2013

Over time, we’ve isolated certain benchmarks that provide clues to the health of an event. Common peer-to-peer benchmarks include the following: Repeat attendance. Industry benchmark reports identify how events similar to yours perform in the key performance categories. Start by using benchmark reports as a guide.

Analytics 40

Analytics Benchmark Fundraising Metrics 40

Connection Cafe

JULY 12, 2013

If the reporting reveals these tools are being underutilized, then it may be advantageous to reconsider how your organization is currently messaging these online tools. And while you can’t really determine this by running a report, consider including a section asking them to share their fundraising experience in the post event survey.

Online 38

Online Fundraising Metrics Benchmark 38

Connection Cafe

AUGUST 9, 2013

A 2011 Gleanster survey found their most important value drivers were: Testing and measuring everything. It’s also been reported as the top tactic to deliver relevant and engaging content.*. You can insert personalized content that: Cultivates (thank recent donors/volunteers; report how gifts were used). It’s not just me.

email 48

email Campaign Test Benchmark 48

NTEN

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Also coming up in November is the 2012 Nonprofit Software Development Summit , Aspiration 's "Annual NPTechie Love Fest". The report will be released November 10, but you can s ign up to receive it right now. The report will be released November 10, but you can s ign up to receive it right now.

Award 61

Award Oregon Fundraising New York City 61

NTEN

APRIL 9, 2014

Published today, M+R and NTEN’s 2014 Nonprofit Benchmarks Study returns for the eighth year. Here are 8 big trends that emerged from the nonprofits we surveyed: The average one-time online donation amount to a nonprofit was $68 in 2013. Online giving was up 14% in 2013, with monthly giving revenue up 25% compared to 2012.

Benchmark 98

Benchmark Studies Report Advocacy 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Their marketing has tangible results: in 2012 alone they raised $33 million, and over $8 million of that was raised through their online fundraising platform. The best way to do this is to talk to them; you can either conduct in-person interviews or, if you already have a significant base of followers, you can send out an online survey.

Charity 128

Charity Lesson Marketing Digital 128

NTEN

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

From new reports, to funding opportunities, to success stories, we hope you'll be as inspired as we are by your amazing nonprofit technology community! All kinds of new reports are available to inform your organizational strategy. Blackbaud just released the "Charitable Giving Report: How Nonprofit Fundraising Performed in 2012".

Project 73

Project Report Hurricane Classroom 73

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 27, 2013

2013 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study. The 2013 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study , conducted by M+R Strategic Services and NTEN , examines data from 55 nonprofits in sectors ranging from rights to environmental issues. This year’s study – the seventh Benchmarks report – analyzes 1.6 RESEARCH STUDIES.

Studies 112

Studies Research Attention Data 112

NTEN

OCTOBER 9, 2012

A new report, "Digital Citizenship: Exploring the Field of Tech for Engagement", released by the Knight Foundation, explores the potential for technology to improve democracy -- specifically at how it can help people engage with their communities, leaders, and governments. Anything we missed? Share your links in the comments!

Research 67

Research Ideas Tools Survey 67

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 14, 2014

I’ve spent some time taking a look at various reports, studies, and International organizations and the use of networks and social media. Facebook reports that almost three quarters of its 1.2 Benchmark Studies and Examples. CERN (@CERN) July 4, 2012. sigma significance.” ” Thunderous applause.

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Policy Social Media International News 103