sgEngage

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Many nonprofits struggle to maximize their data usage. In fact, when surveyed, 97% of nonprofit professionals expressed an interest in learning how to use their data more effectively, and only 5% reported using data in every decision they make. So, how do healthcare organizations overcome these data silos?

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Integration Data Nonprofit Platform 76

Nimble AMS

AUGUST 23, 2022

What is the state of your member data? According to Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study, while data analytics is a higher priority for organizations, just one-third of association professionals report their data is excellent or very good. Reporting on the state of member data. What’s causing this disconnect?

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Data Organization Associations Analytics 140

Association Analytics

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Fortunately, with data, we can better understand members’ behavior and which marketing channel is most effective to reach our members. This is how you organize and describe your data. If you don’t tag your data accurately, it will be difficult to actually see what is going on. Sales are instant. Analyze Performance.

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Analytics Marketing Taxonomy Module 169

Volunteer Hub

APRIL 21, 2022

Without cybersecurity policies and protocols in place, your nonprofit is more vulnerable to data breaches. It is crucial to protect your data and the constituents that provide it. This metric is concerning considering that hackers attack every 39 seconds , on average 2,244 times per day. Common Nonprofit Cybersecurity Threats.

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Data Policy Method Cisco 90

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 3, 2024

By Stephanie Wallace , Marketing Specialist, Keela – a complete software solution for nonprofits looking to grow revenue, centralize and manage data, and deepen donor engagement. By automating tasks and centralizing data, these tools have saved organizations time and resources. Managing one grant application is a challenge.

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Grant Software Trend Fund 221

sgEngage

MARCH 15, 2024

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to measuring performance, but every successful fundraising team should have the ability to assess and refine its data. The goal is then to turn those data insights into actionable tasks. Your team can decide which data points and KPIs matter most to your strategy and your mission.

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Measure Help Analysis Metrics 88

Bloomerang

MARCH 26, 2024

Access your data. Of course, analyzing your fundraising campaigns starts with accessing data from your online fundraising software. It can be helpful to set up dashboards that give you a daily overview of key performance metrics and trends for each of your campaigns. Evaluate post-campaign data.

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Campaign Tips Online Fundraising 83

Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Building from your theory of change, it is crucial for organizations to have a comprehensive, clear set of metrics (also called “indicators” in the social sector) that track inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes; all of these build evidence of your program’s effectiveness. Data access. . Participant perspective.

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Practice Impact Data Effective 73

Qgiv

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Strategic partnerships and research inform her approach to new challenges and when drafting fundraising communications. It’s been proven time after time that data-driven strategy creates the most successful fundraising results. What do we mean by “data?”. What can data help your nonprofit achieve?

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Data Metrics Nonprofit Analysis 69

Forum One

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The reality for many organizations, whether a smaller nonprofit, a large international advocacy organization or a government agency, is that their data lives in separate silos. Tools and channels that house data often do not make it easy to navigate. Not sure how to compare or connect data sources. Does this sound familiar?

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Data Analysis Map Accessibility 64

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 10, 2014

However, she soon encountered the frustrating “accessible book famine” because very few books available were available in Braille. This reality changed when both Kevin and Sophia learned about the accessible online library Bookshare , an initiative of Silicon Valley technology nonprofit Benetech. Data is now a core resource.

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Data Classroom Measure Accessibility 168

Forum One

JULY 13, 2022

Meaningful data is a tremendous asset to advocates, policymakers, and mission-driven organizations. Increasingly, organizations of all sizes have access to digital tools that provide data, but data storytelling—making facts relatable and actionable—takes additional effort to transform data into tangible stories.

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Story Data Storytelling Lesson 67

Kindful

MARCH 25, 2021

No matter the strategy, the best way to optimize your donor communication processes is to leverage donor data. Your donor data should play a key role in your communication strategy, helping you create targeted content and personal experiences for recipients. You’ll be exploring: What type of donor data should you collect?

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Communication Donor Data Guide 98

Forum One

AUGUST 16, 2023

As you get started on sifting through your data reports and action items completed this year, keep an eye toward how your internal and external reports can blend data-driven stories of impact. Start with the goals you set yourself Before searching for data, start with your Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Before we dive in, we want you to start thinking of data as one of your most important assets. Of course, they are valuable assets, but data is, too. Let’s build your business case to make data analytics a top priority: 1. Start by assessing and documenting the current state of your data. What do you think about our data?

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Analytics Language Associations Case Study 169

Forum One

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

As you get started on sifting through your data reports and action items completed this year, carefully consider how you are packaging your data in the most impactful way. How to glean insights : Having the data is one thing, but knowing what insights to pull with confidence that it is the right picture is quite another.

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Report Data Metrics Analysis 71

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Data capabilities: Learn what metrics the tool can track, along with reporting functionality. These are full-fledged users who have access to all of the features. Ask about limited access seats – some applications have lower pricing for limited-access users. Be on the lookout for hidden costs.

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Application Marketing Nonprofit Evaluation 272

sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

You need data collection and data structure skills, not just a data entry person—someone who knows how your organization operates and the best ways for information to be delivered. This person shouldn’t be the clerical or data entry person. Start now gathering the information you will need.

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Fund Software Community Tips 88

EveryAction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

To have an effective annual report, you’ll need to make sure it’s informative, emotionally moving , and empowering. In fact, you can customize your annual report to only include the information relevant to what your donors and prospective supporters want to know. Pathfinder International. The Humane Society.

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Report Organization PDF Tanzania 180

Nimble AMS

MARCH 10, 2024

Online community guidelines should be tied to an organization’s mission, easily accessible, and set the tone for all online interactions. Security By using a private online community, you’ll have increased security for your member data. Data If you leverage an online community platform, you will gain valuable member insights.

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Community Platform Benefit Online 116

Candid

JUNE 12, 2023

tax-exempt organizations are requested to file Forms 990 with the IRS annually, sharing information about their organization’s size, location, revenue, grantmaking, etc. Candid uses 990 data as a starting place for our nonprofit profiles and grantmaking databases. For those unfamiliar with the world of 990s : U.S.

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Files Data Survey Profile 111

Forum One

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

From a steep learning curve to having to interpret new metrics, the frustration is real. The data isn’t apples-to-apples We knew this going in, but organizations are still having to adjust to learning and setting up new metrics, while data like unique pageviews and bounce rate are gone. Key issues of concern (i.e.,

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Analytics Museum University Google 76

sgEngage

APRIL 8, 2024

The Importance of Transparency for Nonprofits Knowing where your money went—and having the reporting to confirm it—helps you make better data-driven decisions and build more trust with your funders. You don’t know what you’ve accomplished, and you don’t have the information you need to get better at what you do.”

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Fund Chart Grant Report 87

EveryAction

APRIL 5, 2023

Specific ways organizations can get the board on board As you put together your summary for the board, try these specific tactics for illustrating the value of a technology change: Highlight return on investment (ROI) Show the board how the new technology will improve ROI, and lean on data.

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Technology Change Analysis Tech 186

Forum One

JANUARY 30, 2024

This innovative project offers comprehensive data on 36 metrics for all 435 U.S. congressional districts, empowering policymakers to make informed decisions. This groundbreaking online platform offers unparalleled access to millions of records from the U.S. Bureau of Refugees, Freedmen, and Abandoned Lands.

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Award Captivate Celebrate Voice 73

sgEngage

JULY 15, 2023

Donor relation management is the process by which organizations organize donor data and maintain donor relationships to support a long-term donor infrastructure. Donor management consolidates and simplifies donor data and fundraising actions so team members can address organizational needs and steward new investors in the network.

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Management Donor Blackbaud Retention 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 22, 2014

I first put a fitbit, a digital pedometer that tracks steps, calories burned, food intake, and other personal analytics data, on my wrist back in October. As a data nerd, I couldn’t resist the fitbit and its ability to track my every move during this glorious science experiment. Otherwise, I would need to go on statins.

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Data Track Research Social Network 115

sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2023

Prioritize accessibility. Optimizing your healthcare organization or hospital’s website design ensures patients and community members can find the information they need quickly. Healthcare website visitors search for crucial medical advice, doctors’ names and contact information, a map of your facility, or other must-have information.

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Websites Organization Tips Map 76

Achieve

JUNE 1, 2023

But donors can reveal just as much information about their motivations and interests through their unspoken actions. Let’s review three strategies for analyzing your donor giving patterns to create a data-driven fundraising and marketing strategy: Identify popular times of the year for giving. Review your donor demographics.

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Donation Donor Giving Demographics 52

Classy

AUGUST 4, 2021

Members of this team review fundraising metrics , such as: Which recurring donors have upcoming credit card expirations, in order to stay ahead of lapsed recurring gifts. They use donor data to deduplicate customer records, which ensures you have all the information to build a relationship with a donor in one place.

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Fundraising Metrics Database Nonprofit 95

Forum One

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The Freedmen’s Bureau Search Portal, a collaborative effort between Forum One and the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, provides unprecedented access to millions of records from the U.S. The portal features indexed and transcribed data, with plans to expand the collection to over 1.7

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Award Museum Arts Culture 72

Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

Ultimately, a well-rounded fundraising strategy will help your organization raise more and gain access to long-term support. Your marketing plan allows you to connect with a wider audience and inform them of involvement opportunities. Also, review your fundraising metrics and data from previous campaigns.

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Strategy Develop Fundraising Nonprofit 103

Bloomerang

APRIL 12, 2022

The museum also saved information about donors’ food preferences, average gift amount, and even notes about their past conversations. By keeping careful documentation of all of this personal data, the museum was able to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars from its major donors each year. Data segmentation. Let’s get started.

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Software Management Donor Guide 98

sgEngage

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Streamlined Access: Make sure your online giving forms highlight an option for recurring giving, with a suggested monthly gift level. Your platform should provide several methods for donating, generate receipts for tax purposes, and allow for modification of the donor’s payment information.

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Donation Blackbaud Retention Gift 52

NonProfit Hub

MARCH 3, 2016

He is the founder and CEO of Metric Insights. Marius has more than 20 years of experience in analytics and data warehousing and was previously the co-founder and CEO of Integral Results, a leading business intelligence consulting company that was acquired by Idea Integration. Know What You Want from Your Data. Not as much.

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Accessibility Data Metrics Nonprofit 28

Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 24, 2024

Providing supporters with this QR code makes it more convenient for them to access your landing page and follow through on their intention to donate. To support your nonprofit event’s success, you need to create a few landing pages that provide vital information about the event to your supporters.

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Fundraising Evaluation Rate Gift 59

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 27, 2014

This is a graph of aggregate data from Jawbone,a wristband that people wear that tracks their steps throughout the day and their sleep patterns during the night. (h/t h/t Robert Scoble ) This aggregate data shows exactly when and how many people in the San Francisco were bolted awake by the recent Napa Valley earthquake.

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Personal Data Aggregator San Francisco 103