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My Notes from Next Generation Evaluation Meeting

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

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? I followed the developmental evaluation thread most closely. Here are my notes.

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Are Associations Losing Their Members’ Trust?—The Leadership ColLAB Explores This Critical Question

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The event, which was exclusive to.orgCommunity VIP members , took place on March 2 at the Rolling Green Country Club in Arlington Heights. You need to constantly evaluate the data and analyze progress. The Leadership ColLAB conference was an opportunity to bring professionals together around what we believe is a critical question.

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Green Geekery

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

a project of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Green Electronics Council ??? that can help you evaluate the environmental friendliness of more than 500 models of computers. (I I wrote about this tool and an excellent how to purchase a green computer back on Earth Day in April). Web Hosts Green Web Host

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Using Design Thinking for A Foundation’s Investment Strategy

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

It is called “Rose, Bud, Thorn.” Participants reviewed their notes from the expert sessions, and wrote down challenges on blue sticky notes, strengths on pink sticky notes, and opportunities on green sticky notes. How might we create a funding model that nourishes flexibility and innovation? Concept 4: 21st Century Enquirer.

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ROI: What are the best "I" words for nonprofits to think about Social Media and ROI?

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Should we be using an industrial measurement model in a digital age? For nonprofits, this should not be a foreign concept. Here's a sampling: Lewis Green warns not to use the traditional investment financial calculations but instead measure value. But is there is thread here - measurement should be practical.

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40+ Unforgettable Live Auction Items that Sell Well

Bloomerang

Gardening package Appeal to supporters with green thumbs by creating a gardening package with items like: Seeds Gloves A gardening book A gardening hat You could even include a free consultation with a master gardener who can help the winner ensure their garden is in tip-top shape.

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Why You Need to Make Sure Your Mission Matches Your Actions

NonProfit Hub

When new projects come to you, evaluate whether they truly fit with your mission. Don’t just green light all ideas that come across your desk. Both Nonprofit Hub and my organization use a model explained in Traction by Geno Wickman. Don’t Be a Yes Man (or Woman).

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