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Information: The Better Half of IT

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We sometimes forget that IT stands for Information Technology. But information is the fuel that drives any technology machine: it is what our devices collect, store, synthesize, and distribute. And every advocate for social good has much to gain by paying attention to the Information half of IT. Why pay attention to data?

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Don’t Let Staff Turnover Affect Your Grantmaking Data Quality

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As a grantmaking organization focused on the success of your grantees, it is essential to have a process in place to manage personnel changes—for both you and your grantees—so everyone stays informed and on schedule. This document will help new team members absorb your unique grantmaking process and keep everyone on the same page.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] How To Document Legacy Gift Intent

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Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to talk to legacy givers as you document their legacy gift intent. . How do you go about asking for amounts and documenting it? For example, we want to document that he is a legacy giver, and we’d love to enter the amount as a pledge.

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Who, Where, What, and Why? Data Management in K–12 Schools

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Name, address, phone number, email, medical records, financial information. Data is everywhere—in every filing cabinet and software system—making it more critical than ever for schools and nonprofits to manage it properly and use that data to make more informed decisions. What data does our school need?

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Navigating Nonprofit Data Warehouses: A Comprehensive Guide

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Nonprofits collect and generate vast amounts of data, ranging from individual donors’ contact information to program outcomes, but they often struggle with organizing and utilizing the information effectively. This is why data warehouses can have such a significant impact on nonprofits. What is a Nonprofit Data Warehouse?

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Four Considerations for Secure Document Management

Tech Soup

All organizations need to put security measures in place to protect their data. This is particularly important for nonprofits that manage sensitive or personally identifiable information. This information has the potential to make you a target for cyberattacks and also raises the stakes in the event of accidental data loss.

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5 Steps to Prepare for a Successful Nonprofit Website Redesign

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Here’s the good news: with preparation and a pulse on the right data and information, it is possible to get a handle on the task and get a big picture of your organization’s needs. A comprehensive web content inventory lists pages, images, documents, and applications on a spreadsheet. Who will help with hands-on work?

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