ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 10, 2017

Impact evaluation in the arts, and its broader use for leaders of any nonprofit, can drive results. Qualitative yet empirically-based impact evaluation bridges the gap left by other evaluative methods providing the context of mission fulfillment for a nonprofit organization. Evaluation can be painful.

Evaluation 56

Evaluation Arts Story Impact 56

sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

As birth rates decline and populations age, the effects on enrollment numbers, funding, and institutional sustainability become increasingly pronounced. Declining enrollment leads to not only decreased tuition revenue but also diminished government funding and reduced philanthropic support. Re-evaluate your messaging.

Education 81

Education Student Award University 81

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Organizations need to have structures and policies to support and enhance an individuals work/life balance and enable healthy technology use habits including a right to disconnect from the workplace. Priority should be given to retaining and emphasizing human characteristics in decision making processes and evaluations. .

Homeless 163

Homeless Research Global System 163

sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

Their donors, staff, and board members have extensive knowledge of local needs and organizations, and they also have relationships with local leaders in business, government, and education. While some work in formal partnerships, many more engage in informal ones where they align funding or work on a project together for a limited time.

Collaboration 95

Collaboration Foundation Local Philanthropy 95

Deborah Elizabeth Finn

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

The Revolution Will Not Be Funded: Beyond the Non-Profit Industrial Complex. Letting grantees lead: What we’re learning from the BUILD evaluation. What if pizza shops were funded like human service nonprofits? The Power of Dialogue about Nonprofit Data and Evaluation. Evaluating a Culture.

Philanthropy 98

Philanthropy Open Participatory Evaluation 98

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

we all know nonprofits rely on a combination of government grants, philanthropic donations, and earned income to support their operations. However, BIPOC-led organizations are at a statistical disadvantage when it comes to securing funding, particularly from philanthropic sources. Add advancement of BIPOC staff where you can.

Accessibility 111

Accessibility Challenge Leadership Tips 111

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Many boards have policies requiring the full board (or each member individually) to hit a fundraising goal and this worksheet helps get them organized and on a path to success. Help the organization by researching and compiling information on government grants that may be available. Cultivation. Inquire about affiliate marketing.

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Fundraising Mail Law Donation 336

Neon CRM

JULY 21, 2023

In this article, we will cover the six areas that any nonprofit board should be overseeing and providing some basic tips on proper board governance. But the board is responsible for ensuring that the nonprofit has all the necessary legal, ethical, financial, and overall good governance policies in place to succeed long-term.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Government Roles Review 52

Qgiv

AUGUST 10, 2022

Nonprofits have two customers – the people they serve through the mission and the people or organizations which pay for all or part of the services, such as donors, insurance companies, government entities, and more. In short, the board’s duty is to deal with the policies and the “big issues.” But funding goes beyond their own gift.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Policy Advocacy Awareness 52

sgEngage

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

If you’re a nonprofit or local government agency or work alongside them, there is a good chance you have seen an uptick in funding possibilities within your field. COVID-19 took the world by surprise, and along with it came a government response with unprecedented spending and a massive increase in grant funding.

Government 89

Government Fund Local Report 89

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

Less than 1% of the applicants, 20 organizations were selected to receive coaching from Google’s AI experts, Google.org grant funding from a $25 million pool, and credits and consulting from Google Cloud. Identify owned datasets that can be safely open-sourced or shared through data governance structures such as whitelists and data trusts. .

Google 74

Google Challenge Report Impact 74

ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 16, 2012

Alexis de Tocqueville, a French early nineteenth century political thinker and scholar known for his book Democracy in America , often pondered questions of societal well-being, or social policy. Social service and nonprofit programs have traditionally been supported through philanthropy and government contracts.

Impact 80

Impact Research Tools Social 80

Forum One

JUNE 29, 2021

The 2021 State of Babies Yearbook is a resource that educates public and political leaders about the unique developmental needs of babies and toddlers, advances policy solutions designed to support and strengthen families, and promotes action in America.

Report 63

Report Online PDF Nonprofit 63

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 16, 2012

Evaluation and Learning sessions help grantmakers and their partners better use evaluation to foster learning and make real-time improvements in their work. Cindy Rizzo, Senior Director, Grantmaking and Evaluation, Arcus Foundation. David Colby, Vice President, Research and Evaluation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

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Blogger Conference Effective Seattle 91

sgEngage

OCTOBER 18, 2023

I have felt the frustration of completing horribly constructed online grant applications and experienced the exhilaration of being awarded significant funds. I often wonder what proportion of the folks working in philanthropy have had the privilege of also working in a nonprofit, and vice versa.

Grant 86

Grant Foundation Philanthropy Application 86

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 12, 2012

Evaluation and Learning sessions help grantmakers and their partners better use evaluation to foster learning and make real-time improvements in their work. Cindy Rizzo, Senior Director, Grantmaking and Evaluation, Arcus Foundation. David Colby, Vice President, Research and Evaluation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

Results 95

Results Seattle Evaluation Michigan 95

Robert Weiner

JANUARY 22, 2010

I also pointed her to CASE's book Advancement Services: A Foundation for Fund Raising , and CASE's Handbook of Institutional Advancement , which includes a chapter on Advancement Services, as well as the Association of Advancement Services Professionals. Support for Constituents. One unhappy customer will tell ten others.

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Service Retention Evaluation System 183

Forum One

APRIL 1, 2021

This spring, we’ve been evaluating some of the new social platforms on the market to see if there is anything new that would help elevate nonprofit and/or public sector missions. Big Tech has long been enthralled over how to manage data privacy and even the Federal government has been getting involved. Time sensitivity.

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Application Social Media Media Social 47

ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 4, 2016

She has taught undergraduate and graduate courses on such diverse subjects as Program Evaluation & Information Management, International NGOs, and Philanthropy. I am also interested in the intersection of the government and the nonprofit sectors, which includes cross-sector collaboration, nonprofit provision of public services, etc.

Journal 66

Journal Associations Philanthropy Lesson 66

ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

Preventative measures such as performance evaluations, self-regulation policies, effective donor communication approaches, ethical leadership, and social auditing serve as accountability enforcers in various capacities within an organization. Self-Regulation Policies. Donor Communication. Social Auditing.

Support 40

Support Donor Strategy Arizona 40

Classy

APRIL 29, 2021

His work examines the challenges of performance measurement, accountability, and governance facing organizations with a social purpose . Senior Vice President for Military, Veteran and Government Affairs. Has expertise in international development, foreign policy, diplomacy, and advocacy . Kimberly Mitchell. National University.

Award 57

Award Leadership Cleveland Hunger 57

ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 28, 2011

Fund Development. Policy oversight. Fund Development. Fund development involves facilitating and negotiating optimal relationships that support the growth of assets. Policy Oversight. Policy oversight refers to the control function of the board, to provide guidance and oversight for the organization.

Roles 77

Roles Director Research Texas 77

Get Fully Funded

JULY 16, 2023

If your by-laws do NOT include these things, you and your Board need to make this a priority to create these policies and amend your by-laws as soon as possible. Your Board is responsible for big picture issues that have to do with governing the organization. and what the voting and decision-making process will be. Brainstorm.

Fun 98

Fun Product Law Nonprofit 98

Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 21, 2011

What inititiaves are availabiel for funding? There used to be a focus on setting high levels for evidence in evidenced based policy making. People and policy is often first influenced by compelling stories. How do you evaluate organizations that you invest in that develop games to support learning?

Game 132

Game Education Change Classroom 132

ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Nonprofit organizations offer services to the public that governments and businesses do not. More responsibility: Funding and resources in some organizations may be tight. Evaluate Your Skills and Experience. If that describes you, there are several things to know to accelerate your career in nonprofit management.

San Diego 40

San Diego Management United States Skills 40

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 23, 2014

Peter and Madeleine were the among the pioneers in writing about, designing, facilitating, and evaluating networks in the social impact space. Resources: What is the network’s funding model? Governance: Who decides what the network will do, how do they decide?

Review 106

Review Change Cleveland Generation 106

sgEngage

MAY 23, 2024

In the last five years, nonprofits have witnessed a significant upswing in the availability of federal funding. Initiatives like the American Rescue Plan, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act, the CHIPS and Science Act, and other pass-through funding to states and local governments have spurred a surge in nonprofits seeking federal funding.

Award 98

Award Grant Application Analysis 98

Forum One

MARCH 6, 2009

Last week at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation a group of 23 folks who manage Global Health data met to talk about common issues and best practices. Some of the key issues: how to get researchers, institutions, and governments to share and collaborate on their work. Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

Seattle 52

Seattle Global Data Metrics 52

Bloomerang

JANUARY 18, 2023

Government funding and donor support. This may include identifying new sources of funding, developing new programs and services, or expanding your organization’s reach and impact. Create a plan for evaluating the effectiveness of your programs and activities. Financial projections. Volunteer recruiting.

Effective 96

Effective Business Create Tips 96

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 16, 2007

Fund the development of an ideal platform. Possible evaluation criteria for virtual worlds. privacy policy; money (micro-pays, conversion to RW currency); mgmt of abusive behavior; access via subscription, secure areas, age-restricted areas? Try to force interoperability standards or wait for them to be developed.

Virtual 50

Virtual Education API Second Life 50

NTEN

JUNE 21, 2011

What initiatives are available for funding? There used to be a focus on setting high levels for evidence in evidenced based policy making. People and policy are often first influenced by compelling stories. How do you evaluate organizations that you invest in that develop games to support learning?

Game 60

Game Education Change Classroom 60

Tech Soup

MAY 23, 2013

This Wall Street Journal post discusses how John Arnold a former natural-gas trader at Enron and hedge fund founder is giving away his $4 billion fortune through a new “Moneyball” approach to giving. Data and Philanthropy. The New Science of Giving. Why Markets for Good may go wrong.

Africa 47

Africa Data Philanthropy Giving 47

Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

Outside of our organizations, we have government institutions, and service providers. The community, partners, government, are all necessary for really making a change. How do you evaluate your programs and services? Helping the women receiving the funds. But, alone, the organization can’t make the change. org before?

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Build Community Technology Action 220

Whole Whale

MAY 5, 2021

We are inclined to participate in this amazing cause, but first we want to do our homework on an organization or viral fund before donating real money. In the case of the above grassroots fundraiser, lots of international press easily verified the fund’s legitimacy. Geography of a Nonprofit Financials Page. Charity Ratings.

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Public Practice Build Donor 90

NTEN

SEPTEMBER 15, 2010

For government, they offered reams of paper showing that they were following the letter of the law in the use of their grants. Much of this had to do with the tradition(s) charities inherited from both government and from their own forbearers. The problem was that no one knew for sure, not even the charities themselves.

Fundraising 73

Fundraising Charity Philadelphia New York 73

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Applicants are primarily responsible to demonstrate proper financial stewardship while simultaneously showcasing how grant funds are used to support their beneficiaries and advance federal program priorities and objectives. General Grants Management: Ensure oversight of federal funding.

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Grant Team Program Work 83

See3

OCTOBER 29, 2007

In reaction to this desire, the main organs of Jewish philanthropy set up funds to help. The response to Katrina from all levels of government has been inadequate. Recent Posts 5 Questions to Evaluate Your Nonprofit Video ROI Enter the 2010 Tagline Awards Today! But here we are, two years later. New Orleans is in trouble.

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