Association Analytics

APRIL 1, 2024

On the flip side of the Double Down strategy, IAEE was also able to identify activities and projects the team was spending time on that didn’t offer much return on investment. The team likes to take advantage of every opportunity to ask members questions, from polls, to website forms, and longer annual surveys conducted through Survey Monkey.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Allison Fine, my co-author for the Networked Nonprofit , and I are actively researching the use of Artificial Intelligence to better understand what nonprofits need to know about artificial intelligence to future proof their programs, marketing, and fundraising strategies? Source: AI for Lawyers (Click image for larger version).

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.orgSource

MAY 23, 2023

That’s a question every association CEO should be able to answer. To adequately fulfill the three duties of a nonprofit board member —Care, Loyalty, and Obedience—a solid understanding of the organization’s financial activities is needed. Be sure to allow time for questions. What is your board’s financial IQ?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

To help you capitalize on the start of the biggest donation season of the year, Classy.org is answering top questions from nonprofits that are zeroing in on the year-end giving season. Start with activities such as: Aligning on a brand vision. Giving Tuesday 2021 is right around the corner. Building your campaign layout.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

According to Brian Cole Miller in his book, Quick Brainstorming Activities For Busy Managers , there are 50 ways to improve your brainstorming at your company or in your organization.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 9, 2021

From Sydney Finkelstein 's book, Superbosses: How Exceptional Leaders Master the Flow of Talent , comes these great questions you should routinely ask yourself as a leader: Have you answered the "why do we exist" question for your team? Could all of your team members share this answer with you right now?

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

I believe it comes down to asking interesting questions and paying attention to the information coming back to you. I compare it to routine automotive maintenance; it’s crucially important, but it’s not necessarily the most engaging activity. . How to become a better communicator through questioning. Here are those questions: .

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Here I used a classic, simple technique of asking people to share burning questions in small groups and generated a list of the themes/questions with the full group. I’m always relieved when the questions match the content, but you also have to point out where you will go deep and what may not be addressed.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

But you do have good critical thinking skills, and by getting answers to a few specific questions from your current or potential fund accounting vendor, you can better understand if their system will help your organization grow—or hold you back. Bonus question: what percentage of the organizations you work with are tax-exempt?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 24, 2009

The site and film include inspiring info-activism stories from around the world, a set of cards with tool tips and advice. The project comes from Tactical Technology, inspired their info-activism camp in India. Let People Ask the Questions 10. Amplify Personal Stories. Just Add Humour. Investigate and Expose.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 14, 2022

During the meeting — and this may be the only activity that happens at the meeting — there will be reports. Sometimes it feels like one report after another with an occasional question thrown-in and some member moving, and then the board votes to accept the report. And then, the meeting is over.

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EveryAction

JULY 12, 2023

This is the time to answer questions like: What states will we be targeting? After answering those questions, you’ll likely realize that you need more volunteers in certain districts or even entire states. Who will be the key targets in those states? Do we have the volunteer power we need in those districts to influence our targets?

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

And the best way to get to know your major donors is to ask good questions that spark conversation. After you decide on your goal, think about the specific questions you want to ask. Having 5-10 good questions in mind can help you make sure you get the answers you’re looking for from the meeting. Understanding them. .

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 6, 2020

Virtual instructor-led courses – sign-up for a scheduled course with the ability to ask questions. When you have a portfolio management meeting on the calendar, it will drive ongoing attention and activity. On-demand eLearning videos – access the training you want at any time, on your own schedule.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The response was overwhelming and we received a ton of really great questions. As we wrapped up the webinar we realized there’s an entire universe of fundraisers that could benefit if we shared the data and questions we received, so we’ve pulled it all together for you to share with your team. Let’s dive into the questions.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

In this guide, we’ll answer four common questions about planned giving, including: 1. Many organizations tend to look at planned gifts as just nice surprises, but actively pursuing them will allow your nonprofit to reap their benefits more effectively. Why Is Planned Giving Important to Nonprofits? Let’s get started!

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Be an Active Listener A group of advisors is an invaluable career resource. Become an active listener by practicing these skills. Listen actively. Ask open-ended questions that invite feedback and follow-up. Practice questioning your attitudes and intentions before every decision. Engage fully. Observe behavior.

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NetWits

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

64% of organisations actively raise funds online. Have a long hard brainstorm away from your website, and then go back to it and question if your priorities are being reflected through the content and architecture. More specifically: Over 66% of organisations manage their website in house. 69% use email to drive donations.

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NetWits

JUNE 20, 2011

Following are just some of the questions you can answer with these reports. How active are Facebook users with our Page? Following are questions about those interactions which can be answered in the Users Reports: How many Facebook users view my Page each day? There are few questions you’ll have around fan growth.

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BoardAssist

AUGUST 19, 2014

For answers to these financial management questions, we turned to guest blogger Andrew Schwalm of FMA, a leading provider of fiscal consulting, outsourcing and professional development training to nonprofits and their staff nationwide. Turning to Strategy after the Audit: A Calendar of Activities. Great advice Andrew!

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 19, 2021

Their systems and processes help them pivot when an unexpected turn of events (a global pandemic or a tidal wave of social activism, for example) turns their operations upside-down. If you’re curious about where your organization stands in its digital transformation, ask yourself three questions: 1. Assessing Your Transformation.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Before assigning values to create your formula, it’s important to narrow down and choose which activities you want to score. Do so by asking yourself these important questions: . What activities matter the most to your members? . What activities are important to prospective members? . Group similar activities.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Below are five frequently asked questions related to indirect costs to help organizations identify how to calculate and allocate indirect costs. This is a question that does not have a simple answer because each organization’s indirect cost will be reflective of its mission and structure.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Energizers are activities designed to awaken a sleeping audience or activate a jaded one. The curriculum covered a lot of territory on social media and online collaborations, but every day after we came back from a delicious Indian meal, the after-lunch slump would set in.

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sgEngage

JUNE 20, 2023

Of course, as you already know if you’re actively working to keep your organization compliant, this can be more complex than it sounds. In the end, asking the right questions with a firm understanding of the fundamentals will help guide your organization’s path forward, with you at the reigns.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Here are some questions that can help you measure volunteer impact: Did you have enough qualified and engaged volunteers? Run a report on how many volunteers are involved in your day-to-day activities. Evaluate which opportunities you notice the most volunteer activity in, and consider why. Is it the type of activity?

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 9, 2022

There are lots of details to think through and lots of questions to answer. A good plan has enough detail in it to adequately explain each strategy and activity. To get started, answer these six questions. Once you have the answers to these six questions, you’ll have the backbone you need to give your fundraising plan structure.

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Classy

AUGUST 9, 2021

To help you capitalize on the biggest donation day of the year, we’re answering top questions from nonprofits that are zeroing in on the year-end giving season. Start with activities such as: Aligning on a brand vision . The post Giving Tuesday 2021: Your Top Questions, Answered appeared first on Classy.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 4, 2011

Unlike the Q&A site Quora, Facebook Questions allows brands to ask and answer questions. On Quora you have to be a person, but Facebook Questions uses your nonprofit’s Page and avatar as your Facebook Questions identity. Step One :: Add Questions to Your Nonprofit’s Facebook Page. Very smart.

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NTEN

AUGUST 26, 2021

These are all pretty much individual activities. Speaking of virtual, what was has been your favorite/most memorable virtual activity/event? The post 5 Questions for Michelle Samplin-Salgado appeared first on NTEN. I’ve been most surprised and completely delighted by Miami’s creative scene.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 13, 2009

And while quite, different from the "mainstream" use of Twitter by nonprofits , Ivan warns against tool-driven decisions for activism campaigns: It's certainly exciting to see technology being used in ways that amplify and extend the impact of movement organizing. What are some of the best examples of digital activism that use Twitter?

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sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

Update Assigned Tasks One major pitfall to avoid during periods of staff turnover at your grantmaking organization is leaving ongoing activities or requests assigned to people who no longer work there. Action items not assigned to an active team member can lead to phone calls, meetings, and other crucial tasks not being completed.

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Care2

MARCH 6, 2011

That’s a big question on nonprofits’ minds, which are trying to engage with them early in hopes of developing long-term relationships with these future donors. They are viewed as techies and quite fickle when it comes to activism. Youth Activism Key Findings: Being a part of online communities promotes engagement.

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EveryAction

JUNE 22, 2016

Unfortunately, there were so many questions from the audience that we weren't able answer them all during the alotted time. Here are some great, thoughtful questions that we received and Brett's email wisdom. " Here are some great, thoughtful questions that we received and Brett's email wisdom. " BS: It depends.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

Since then it has grown from 106 million active monthly users to 310 million active monthly users. Ironically, it’s common for even the most social media-savvy CEOs and EDs that are active on Facebook and Twitter to neglect LinkedIn even though engagement is usually higher on LinkedIn and the audience better targeted.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 8, 2020

This can be accomplished with creative use of the Zoom Breakout Rooms for activities to support the meeting objectives. . Breakout Rooms are a feature on Zoom meetings (it has to be turned on in your zoom profile/account ) that allows the meeting host to put people into small groups for more intimate discussions or activities. .

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 26, 2024

This provides prospective supporters who click on your ads or research your organization with evidence that your nonprofit is active and trustworthy. If your nonprofit has an active Facebook account, you can interact with and promote these fundraisers, boosting contributions and solidifying your relationships with the supporters who run them.

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