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A crash course on trends analysis using Candid’s Foundation 1000 data set 

Candid

Why we use the Foundation 1000 sets for trends analysis As illustrated in the chart above, the Foundation 1000s’ grantmaking is much more stable over time compared to the broader grant data set. Additionally, the Foundation 1000 contains information about a narrower band of giving: grantmaking by foundations. Pledges are excluded.

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6 Annual reports to inspire your organization

EveryAction

To save money, time, and effort while putting together your annual report, we’ve compiled nonprofit annual report examples to help give your organization inspiration and a comprehensive guide to get you started. To have an effective annual report, you’ll need to make sure it’s informative, emotionally moving , and empowering.

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How to Use a SWOT Analysis for Your Nonprofit

CauseVox

A SWOT analysis is a great tool to guide any team through this process. Strength is not born from strength. .” – Claire Weekes What is a SWOT Analysis and Why Do One? While made popular among for profit businesses, it is a valuable tool for any organization, including nonprofits. And where do we go from here?”

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Study the Data, But Eat the Cake—Put the Human Factor Forward

.orgSource

Confirmation bias is the tendency to place the greatest value on information that supports your pre-existing beliefs. Anchoring bias makes people rely too heavily on the first bit of information they receive. Automating data exploration frees time to focus on higher-level analysis and interpretation of results.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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How to Conduct a Nonprofit SWOT Analysis: A Complete Guide

DipJar

In this process, it can be particularly helpful to conduct a SWOT analysis. A SWOT analysis is a strategic planning technique that involves evaluating your organization’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Marketing strategy Your marketing approach can also benefit from a strategic analysis.

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Creating a Nonprofit Digital Strategy with ChatGPT: A Practical Guide

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, CFRE , Founder and CEO at The International Social Impact Institute and Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University In the rapidly evolving landscape of nonprofit organizations, adapting to the digital realm has become a pivotal challenge. Among the innovative tools that have garnered attention is ChatGPT.

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