sgEngage

AUGUST 9, 2022

Years ago, I worked on a project where I was hired to interview about 75 different foundations in one state. These included all types of foundations, large to small, family-run, disease-related, corporate-operated. Do you know the one thing that nearly every foundation representative shared? Collaboration in a Crisis.

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Collaboration Foundation Test Skills 84

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 20, 2011

And at a conference like Growing Social Impact in a Networked World ([link] I made several lists–in my notebook, on my iPad, emails to myself, and on those very cool hexagonal Post-its. Notes from Discussion. Guest post by Tom Kelly. I am a list maker. To followup.

Evaluation 95

Evaluation Network Effective Case Study 95

Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Impact Labs convenes community experts, or fellows, across sectors to co-create new technology solutions to support specific issue areas, including homelessness , equity in education , and climate justice. Meet the Impact Lab Community Fellow Cohort on Small-Scale Farming. Why Small-Scale Farmers? What Ideas Were Generated?

Hunger 52

Hunger Global Impact Rwanda 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 9, 2014

However, few of us working in the social impact space could admit to utilizing storytelling to its fullest potential. We’re far more connected to stories and information than we have ever been, yet the noise and ubiquity of the digital world makes it harder to surface and share personal stories of change and impact.

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Storytelling Digital Report Impact 115

DNL OmniMedia

JANUARY 15, 2021

A nonprofit technology assessment is an evaluation of the digital maturity of your organization. Then, share this information with your consulting partner to ensure you’re working from the same foundational understanding from the start. That’s where a nonprofit technology assessment comes into play. After the Assessment.

Evaluation 52

Evaluation Tech Technology Consultant 52

Bloomerang

MARCH 4, 2024

Modern CRM reporting is crucial for several reasons, namely because the right reports will help you: Evaluate performance: Get a bird’s-eye view of your organization’s fundraising efficacy by analyzing key metrics like donation amounts, donor engagement, and campaign success. My Dad’s axiom rings true, “ you get what you pay for.”

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Report Effective Fundraising Template 62

sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2024

Audit teams would then be caught off guard, unaware of either newly implemented accounting systems, new chart of accounts, or changes in processes and management roles. Maybe the organization needs additional help understanding new accounting guidance that is effective and the impacts on its financial records.

Relationship 99

Relationship Practice Build Evaluation 99

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 3, 2013

Note from Beth: How often have those of worked in nonprofits asked the question or been asked the question by funders, “What’s the impact?” The first step is identify what impact might look like as this post explains. “I I still don’t know if it had any impact at all.”.

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Measure Impact Evaluation Voice 106

ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 16, 2012

and the Rockefeller Foundation, titled: " A New Tool for Scaling Impact: How Social Impact Bonds Can Mobilize Private Capital to Advance Social Good." The emergence of microfinance and social entrepreneurship has given rise to new ideas about the role of venture capital in the social sector. percent.

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Impact Research Tools Social 80

Deborah Elizabeth Finn

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

The origins of some foundations’ wealth, which in some cases includes slavery and other forms of exploitation. Unicorns Unite: How nonprofits and foundations can build EPIC Partnerships. In the March Toward Equity and Justice, Foundations Need to Remember: It’s Not Our Money to Control. Here are 6 ways it could go.

Philanthropy 98

Philanthropy Open Participatory Evaluation 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 19, 2011

In May of 2008 when I joined The Lumpkin Family Foundation I was given the challenge to figure out how to develop a network to support the nonprofit capacity building work of The Foundation in downstate Illinois. The effort is currently undergoing an evaluation which will direct its geographic focus and future online presence.

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Roles Illinois Evaluation Boston 88

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 17, 2012

Meet Bib Filbon and Jeff Bladt who have the job title, “Data Scientist,” and are on staff at DoSomething.Org. They work in partnership with DoSomething’s program staff to collect, analyze, and make sense of data to improve impact of DoSomething’s programs. What is funder’s role to support good measurement?

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Measure Roles Support Literacy 99

sgEngage

OCTOBER 18, 2023

If we know that the social impact sector can thrive with flexibility and that trust is ideal, why do we still fall short? I’ve, thankfully, also felt the frustration of being limited in the available amounts and bureaucratic processes to deploy funds and relished in witnessing amazing impact within the community.

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Grant Foundation Philanthropy Application 86

sgEngage

APRIL 1, 2024

We also believe it is critical to prioritize a trustworthy approach to AI, grounded in: Fairness, inclusiveness, reliability, and trust: The foundational principles of Blackbaud’s responsible AI framework. Join Blackbaud experts to learn how these secure integrations can extend your software’s capabilities.

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Blackbaud API Empowerment Nevada 89

Candid

MARCH 9, 2022

Toledo-Lucas County Public Library (TLCPL) has been part of Candid’s Funding Information Network since 1980, providing local nonprofits and the public with access to Candid’s resources, including Foundation Directory, for free. Candid : What would you like people to know about your services and how you view your role in the community?

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Library Grant Local Roles 98

sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Still, many foundations shy away from working together, assuming it will require considerable time and a loss of independence. . Benefits of Funder Collaboration .

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Collaboration Foundation Local Philanthropy 96

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Such a pledge can be your foundation for trust. Evaluate how your organization’s and your community’s core values are being articulated and experienced in the stories you tell , in your interactions with the public, and in your communications with donors. This perception plays a significant role in their trust of your organization.

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Retention Donor Build Strategy 89

Classy

APRIL 29, 2021

Our Leadership Council incorporates a diverse array of expertise and cause affiliations with representation from nonprofit organizations, corporations, foundations, academic institutions, and many more. Previously served as CEO of The Seany Foundation, a pediatric cancer foundation. Lewis Foundation. Feeding America.

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Award Leadership Cleveland Hunger 57

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. Questions can have a significant impact on the relationship funders have with their grantee partners.

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Question Application Reflection Philanthropy 88

sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Today, knowledge work is coming into fashion in foundations and the nonprofit sector. However, in the push towards impact, philanthropy has adopted a laundry list of activities—landscape scans, focus groups, case studies, logic models—to help in figuring out what is important to know to “do good” better. Fast forward to today….

Knowledge 72

Knowledge Philanthropy Change Work 72

Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Create role-specific training plans: For each role, Detail what topics will be covered for each role, how long the training will take, and any assessments or evaluations they’ll need to undergo. If you need assistance customizing training to specific roles, consider working with a nonprofit technology consultant.

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Training Train Team Data 52

Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

So, if a leadership role interests you, look no further than the approach you bring to the position. Development professionals employ six practices to be successful in their role. Demographics: Foundations and corporate funders will want to know who is benefiting from your nonprofit’s services. Do you serve K-12 students?

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Professional Leadership Develop Proposal 72

Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 22, 2011

I had a really wonderful time, and the Community-Driven Social Impact session was terrific! Let’s start at the beginning: what is “community-driven social impact” anyway? What’s the foundation of CDSI? Lastly, you’ll want to identify what roles are needed. Presentation. So, what is that opportunity?

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Case Study Community Impact Studies 117

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Offer to write letters of intent or grant requests for the organization and possibly even submit them to foundations or companies. Help uncover compelling or creative stories of impact to use in fundraising. Help the organization by researching and compiling information on foundations in your area or state. Prospecting.

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Fundraising Mail Law Donation 343

sgEngage

APRIL 7, 2021

We sat down (virtually) with Sarah Judd Welch of Sharehold for a conversation on how an employees’ emotions and mental states can impact business performance. When evaluating and improving on belonging experiences, look beyond this period of uncertainty and seeing how it can be enhanced across any situation.

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Tips Companies Evaluation Benchmark 64

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 27, 2020

This report explores the question: What are the cultural shifts impacting the future of giving, and what are the critical implications and opportunities for individuals and organization now and in the future? It is a collaboration between sparks & honey , a business strategy firm and the Morgridge Family Foundation.

Retention 96

Retention Giving Donor Collaboration 96

ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

The disparities highlighted by the COVID-19 health crisis in health access, education equity, underinvested neighborhoods, and lack of or underemployment, all play a role in the disproportionate impact the crisis will continue to have on Latino and underserved communities nationwide. Take inventory of your internal (e.g.,

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Social Model Nonprofit Fund 98

sgEngage

MAY 25, 2023

Yes, we must steward our investments responsibly and ethically, but what is responsible and ethical about potentially wasting massive amounts of resources, using outdated problem-solving skills, and getting minimal impact for our efforts? The foundation staff said things like, “These are similar to the proposals we usually get.

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Problem Skills Proposal Grant 80

Bloomerang

JULY 28, 2021

When I talk with nonprofit and foundation leaders, many ask me how to ensure they get the right consultant for their projects. 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. Evaluation matrix

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Consultant Process Proposal Nonprofit 125

Connection Cafe

MARCH 20, 2017

Ensuring that your foundation makes impactful grants to the right nonprofit partners starts with a thorough proposal evaluation. What specific roles will the partners play, and how will their activities be tracked? A proposal should include more than just the organization’s mission statement and program description.

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Proposal Evaluation Grant Measure 30

Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

More importantly, are your staff and volunteers ready and trained to perform productively in their roles? Most importantly, with all of these changes, your team’s roles changed, too. Step 2: Person by person, redefine their role. There’s no doubt that just about everyone’s role changed in 2020. But are you ready?

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Training Train Volunteer Effective 105

Candid

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

We listened to the "rising voices of the people we serve" as a foundation staffer framed it recently. This waste adds to the overhead for a nonprofit, distracting from the impact sought by their mission and adding to their unfunded operational costs. Data Handling, Overview, Measurement, Evaluation and Reporting (4 percent).

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Grant Analysis Application Contact 111

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

But first, you need to build a solid foundation so your nonprofit will thrive, not struggle. There are countless ways to make an impact. What impact does this organization have on the community? Build a solid foundation. To start a nonprofit and have the biggest impact, you have to build a solid foundation.

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Nonprofit gMail Money Foundation 111

Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

In the panel Rethinking Strategy: The Intersection of Impact, Brand, and Business Model, three experts defined these terms and illustrated their use for effective nonprofit communications. Impact: Be Rather Than Do. Strategic crossroads are an excellent place to evaluate communication strategy and think of new ways to present.

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Model Impact Business Case Study 55

Qgiv

MARCH 11, 2024

How to start a nonprofit: first steps How to start a nonprofit: build a strong foundation How to start a nonprofit: file the paperwork What is a nonprofit organization? Can you partner with existing groups to make a larger impact? Explore the role of technology in nonprofit operations. But how exactly do you start a nonprofit?

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Files Nonprofit Guide Law 52

Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

We’ll go over how to evaluate your organization’s own strengths and weaknesses when it comes to employee engagement strategies later on. Enhanced community impact. Each role has specific responsibilities, and training helps set a foundation for each worker’s confidence. Tech stack. Why is employee engagement important?

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Ideas Practice Leadership Roles 52

Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Since 2004, the PAN Foundation has worked to help underinsured people with life-threatening, chronic, and rare diseases get the medications and treatments they need by assisting with their out-of-pocket costs and advocating for improved access and affordability. How does the PAN Foundation make healthcare more equitable?

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People Virginia Cancer Foundation 69