DNL OmniMedia

JANUARY 15, 2021

A nonprofit technology assessment is an evaluation of the digital maturity of your organization. You also gain a full picture of the software your team is currently working with, which can inform your fundraising, advocacy, stewardship, and technology-related efforts going forward. After the Assessment.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 9, 2023

And individual participation is seldom evaluated in any meaningful way. In-person discussions should occur both formally and informally before and after new members are welcomed to the board. Include biographical information highlighting their accomplishments. Tell a Compelling Story.

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Mentoring Director Associations Professional 221

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 9, 2013

The conference was framed around the question: Given the convergence of networks and big data and the need for more innovation, what evaluation methods should be used to evaluate social change outcomes along side traditional methods? These methods included: Developmental Evaluation , Shared Measurement , and Big Data.

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Evaluation Generation Method Slides 97

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2021

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. An effective project charter will include the following information: What is the purpose of the project? Who are your key stakeholders and decision-makers?

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Websites Analytics Project Proposal 306

Media Cause

APRIL 15, 2024

A few questions to consider include: How do we organize information about our donors, volunteers, members, and constituents? Where is that information stored? Is the information in a platform, database, or, worse, a spreadsheet? Do we have one place that serves as our ‘source of truth’ for our constituent’s information?

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Build Map Platform Integration 59

Candid

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

My many years of experience collecting and analyzing data as an evaluator naturally lead me to ask: What has been the measurable impact of this important shift? At the 2022 Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP) conference, a few fellow evaluators and I discussed the findings of the AAPIP report Seeking to Soar.

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Data Support Demographics Evaluation 59

sgEngage

MARCH 19, 2024

They help you gather information, assess needs, measure outcomes, and build relationships with your grantees. You can also avoid asking for information that you don’t need or use, which can save time and resources for both you and your grantees. How will I use this information? As a grantmaker, questions are your tools.

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Application Review Evaluation Reflection 74

Candid

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The data set is a goldmine for researchers and evaluators interested in better understanding the demographics of the nonprofit sector. It also offers suggestions on when researchers and evaluators may want to choose one method to access the data over the other. And perhaps even more exciting, it’s also free to access.

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Demographics Data Free Evaluation 111

sgEngage

APRIL 1, 2024

This curated track features members of Blackbaud’s K–12 Executive Advisory Board and our internal experts discussing how technology in schools has evolved, new best practices, and fresh ideas. Yet humans need information for audits, budgeting, and reconciliation. For more information about the conference or to register, CLICK HERE.

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Blackbaud API Empowerment Nevada 83

Nimble AMS

MARCH 27, 2023

Creating a central place for conversations is a great way to encourage discussion about your meeting agenda and keep the conversation flowing after the latest board meeting. Have your online community platform moderator control who can access and utilize the subgroup and limit who can post information in the group. Boost collaboration.

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Platform Community Management Online 99

Bloomerang

MARCH 26, 2024

The way you set up your dashboards and reports will depend on multiple factors, including your data analysis goals and what data you need to inform your analysis. Evaluate post-campaign data. Once you’ve evaluated your campaign, start thinking strategically about your next campaign. Access your data.

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Campaign Tips Online Fundraising 83

ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 10, 2017

At the plenary panel discussion, a woman from the audience, an arts teacher, asked, plaintively, “Why do we have to justify the arts in school? Impact evaluation in the arts, and its broader use for leaders of any nonprofit, can drive results. Art is also very subjective. Again borrowing: “One man’s trash is another man’s art.”

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Evaluation Arts Story Impact 56

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

It can offer a great way to gain access to invaluable information from your supporters and local community members. Once you have those results in hand, you’ll have actionable insights that can inform what your nonprofit does next. Evaluating your organization’s potential new brand identity. Launching a new fundraising venture.

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Group Nonprofit Evaluation Mind 102

Candid

MAY 10, 2023

Next, define your goals by considering how you’ll track, measure, and evaluate its performance. Where they look for information online, such as the media outlets, thought leaders, or social media accounts they follow. Use this information to take an audience-first approach to building out the rest of your campaign.

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Care2

JUNE 18, 2013

The three powerhouses, Guidestar, Charity Navigator, and Better Business Bureau, that foundations, philanthropists, and donors use to seek out information and ratings about nonprofits released an open letter to the nonprofit and foundation world yesterday.

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Evaluation Charity Ratio Rate 77

sgEngage

MAY 30, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore the concept of community leadership in foundations and discuss how they can support their grantees beyond the dollar. Evaluation and Learning: Foundations can provide grantees with robust evaluation frameworks and support them in measuring their impact effectively.

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Roles Foundation Leadership Community 72

sgEngage

JANUARY 22, 2024

I led a group of fellow volunteers who evaluated applications from diverse organizations. Our review discussions became more interesting, and the impact of the entire program was strengthened. If You Ask It, Use It If you ask a question in your application, use that information in your decision making. Rewrite the whole thing.

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Question Application Reflection Philanthropy 82

Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Fundraising Data: The Secret Weapon for Event Success During the Greater Giving hosted webinar Data-Driven Events: Elevating Fundraising Success , Stephen Kilbreath and Julianne Read of Kilbreath Events discussed the power of data-driven fundraising. They may have good anecdotal information to share with you about donors’ responses.

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Data Fundraising Donor Survey 52

sgEngage

JUNE 12, 2023

Critical information gets added here such as a new gift, a breakthrough conversation with a potential donor, or the assignment of a fundraiser to manage the relationship with a major donor. What information do they need to see? What information should they not be able to see? Is this something we need to discuss as a team?

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System Search Evaluation Policy 85

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

Some nonprofits may only require basic contact and background information, while others may require extensive background checks due to sensitive work. Learning this type of information about your volunteers can help your organization best utilize each volunteer to further your mission and even extend your internal team’s work.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 14, 2011

In the discussion in the blog comments , there was a question about whether a linear framework is the best choice and a reference to “ The Consumer Decision Journey &#. Is the marketing funnel the right metaphor in age of information overload and a cluttered media landscape? Source: Branding in a Digital Age - HBR.

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Measure Storytelling Metrics Phase 103

Blue Avocado

JANUARY 16, 2024

Dear Rita, Our HR committee recently discussed how to deal with an employee who has demonstrated both performance problems and issues getting along with their colleagues. There has been documentation of all discussions with the employee about these issues as well as their refusal to respond positively or show any improvement.

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Law Issue Problem Demonstration 59

Bloomerang

MAY 19, 2023

Let’s briefly discuss what resources are needed to pursue grant funding and if your organization is in a position to do so. Do you have the evaluation expertise required to evaluate grant activities? Keep in mind, sometimes funds for the evaluation component will be included in your requested grant budget.

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Grant Organization Proposal Evaluation 83

sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Knowledge insights, grants and learning, information systems, data discovery, or relational analysis are just some of the terms showing up alongside the more familiar phrases of research and development and data analysis. Learning can be formal or informal, designed or serendipitous, individual or collective.

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Knowledge Philanthropy Change Work 67

Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 30, 2021

Moreover, this work has been underfunded and its analysis happens often away from C-suite or Board discussions. It’s true that rigorous evaluation is critical, but right-sizing your evaluation is equally important. In other words, one size doesn’t fit all. Participant-Centered Program Management.

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Integration Impact Practice Management 69

Greater Giving

JANUARY 19, 2024

Consider Past Performance Evaluate vendors based on their track record with similar events. Attend their events, sample their products or services, and gather as much information as possible to make informed decisions. Acknowledge what worked well and discuss areas for improvement.

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Proposal Comparison Phase Relationship 52

CauseVox

JULY 18, 2023

Let’s discuss how you can adjust your goals to regain momentum and set the tone for the remainder of the year. Evaluate your progress and determine whether you are on track to meet your targets. Below we’ll discuss how to take this updated information to set new goals that align with your current circumstances.

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Develop Fundraising Pledge Track 76

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The clues are in the Request for Proposal (RFP) – let’s discuss! The funder often includes detailed information about their priorities and needs directly in the RFP. These are often aligned with the funder’s strategic priorities and should also align with the criteria for evaluating a successful proposal.

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Proposal Award Application Grant 95

Candid

JULY 26, 2023

Prepare with time on your side Once you’ve scheduled your meeting, evaluate your conference room and technical setup. Get an idea of what’s needed by asking yourself questions like: Will this meeting have one presenter the whole time, or will it be a larger group discussion?

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

This could be a panel interview for a more comprehensive evaluation or an interview with a different department head for an additional perspective. Gather post-interview feedback from interview conductors to make an informed decision. Discuss the candidates’ strengths and weaknesses and let them know your final decision quickly.

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Strategy Interview Skills Retention 52

Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

This could be a panel interview for a more comprehensive evaluation or an interview with a different department head for an additional perspective. Gather post-interview feedback from interview conductors to make an informed decision. Discuss the candidates’ strengths and weaknesses and let them know your final decision quickly.

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Strategy Interview Skills Retention 52

Classy

MAY 24, 2021

Today’s nonprofit organizations will still require regular evaluation against data-driven insights to thrive into the future. . We hope that the findings in this report inspire and inform your work. The State of Modern Philanthropy is back for 2021. Soraya Alexander. SVP of Marketing and Customer Growth at Classy.

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Philanthropy Report Fundraising Retention 102

Bloomerang

JULY 28, 2021

This will help you discern what you really need in a consultant, how you will evaluate their suitability up front, and how you will hold them and yourself accountable throughout the project. Use this information internally and share it freely during your search. . Evaluation matrix . Define your project and the project goals.

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Consultant Process Proposal Nonprofit 122

CauseVox

JANUARY 31, 2023

Quebec organizations can apply as discussions are underway to determine how CSRF can be implemented in Quebec. To learn more about the application process and evaluation criteria, download the Applicant Guide. To learn more about the application process and evaluation criteria, download the Applicant Guide.

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Fund Service Guide Community 96

Museum 2.0

JUNE 25, 2014

THE RESEARCH The challenge, of course, was to figure out how to evaluate the experience in a way that would help us identify the power of the project. I think most of us are familiar with interview and survey-based evaluation methods. This was used to evaluate the amount of emotional energy dedicated to the jar activity.

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Participatory Evaluation Project Museum 52

Allegiance Group

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This article will discuss several key points to help you make an informed decision, covering topics such as open-source vs. closed-source platforms, software costs, licensing methods, and more. Product Maturity: Evaluate the CMS’s reputation, support availability, and roadmap projection. Total Cost of Ownership.

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VQ Strategies

JUNE 22, 2021

For volunteers who are part of a large direct-service effort or a short-term assignment, this information is still vital to communicate and can be shared during orientation or onboarding. Discuss how to evaluate the assignment. What will you assess during the project and what will be evaluated upon completion?

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