NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

It’s clear that text messaging is an increasingly important and efficient channel for nonprofits to build connections with supporters, donors, and volunteers. Download this Buyer’s Guide to learn how to evaluate and choose the solution that’s the best fit for your organization.

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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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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 19, 2021

Grantmaking foundations have the financial resources that nonprofit organizations need to accomplish their work. Nonprofit organizations are doing the work essential to further the grantmaking foundation’s mission. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. posted by Jessica Tudyk Fall 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 16, 2020

This call spurred the increasing demand for program evaluation. Nonprofit leaders have heard the call but are struggling to meet expectations due to a lack of basic resources, expertise and support. The root problem here is poor evaluation capacity. The root problem here is poor evaluation capacity. are available?

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Bloomerang

MAY 19, 2023

Grants can be a wonderful vehicle to fund a new program or expand an existing one; however, if your organization is new to the “grant world,” you may be unfamiliar with the work involved with both applying and managing grants. Is that the case with your organization? Do you have a well-defined mission statement?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 4, 2022

The pandemic has caused many mission-driven organizations to re-evaluate their mission, reconsider their strategic plan to accomplish it, and then engage donors and advocates from this new position. In many cases, you’ll have to employ a bit of “institutional psychology” to probe the hearts and minds that shape your organization.

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Qgiv

JULY 17, 2023

To quote Mahatma Gandhi, “The path is the journey,” and what we learn along the way as we encounter resistance, as we motivate ourselves, and as we engage others, offers great learning that supports personal and professional growth. Provide the tools Offer folks training to increase their skills so they can hold conversations about DEI.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Yet, in order to connect your message to your donors, supporters, and volunteers at scale, you’ll need a marketing automation application. These tools suit your modern audience, who expect to interact with nonprofit organizations like yours across a diverse media landscape. You need to evaluate your team’s capacity, too.

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Candid

APRIL 28, 2022

Starting a nonprofit organization can be an inspiring way to give back to your community and help those in need. Do your homework to find out if organizations (nonprofit, for-profit, or government) are already doing the same or similar work in your community. However, it is important to understand this process before moving forward.

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Candid

JUNE 8, 2021

If you are a nonprofit organization, IT support is more than just a luxury. Nonprofits need 24/7 IT support to stay on top of their game in this ever-changing environment while maintaining an active donor base and engaging volunteers. Why your organization might want to outsource most of its IT . It's mission-critical.

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.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

A spontaneous cruise of the office was an effective strategy for evaluating a variety of business indicators. Make time to audit the impact working from home is having on your organization. The desire to be fully aware of the strengths and weaknesses of your team drives this type of evaluation. Every organization is different.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 9, 2023

I am still evaluating the lessons learned. Partner for Support Healthcare and restaurant workers were among the most severely affected by the pandemic. Civic and government partners played pivotal roles in their ability to provide that support. The pandemic was a wormhole. You already have plenty of acquaintances.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 2, 2024

The most successful organizations learn to ride that wave. Support Adaptation Emotional intelligence offers a path to support teams and helps them acquire the skills to become digitally proficient. It supports diversity in demographics and thought and is essential for building trust, transparency, and honest communication.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 30, 2013

Most nonprofits conduct some kind of program evaluation, whether it’s simply keeping track of how many people have been directly helped by an organization’s services or complex multi-year studies of a program’s effects on the larger community. So what did we find? Auxiliary Data Systems.

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VisionLink

AUGUST 31, 2023

Visionlink builds integrated software solutions, with expert consultation and implementation services, to transform people-serving organizations. Our Community Operating System™ is used by large and small nonprofits, 211’s, elder care agencies, state, county, and federal agencies, disaster relief organizations, and many others.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Keep reading this Ultimate Guide to Accounting Software for Nonprofits to learn what makes accounting for nonprofits unique and get tips on choosing the best accounting software for your organization. Churches and faith-based organizations also fall under the category of nonprofits. How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different?

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 9, 2018

Evaluating volunteer programs within nonprofit organizations is a key step in continual improvement and data collection. Systematic evaluation can positively impact the organization by creating more structure, providing results for adaptability, increasing volunteer retention and improving staff-volunteer relationships.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2022

But as we kick off 2023 and look back at what worked well in 2022, an excellent tool for evaluating donor retention is to look at the donors that gave last year but unfortunately not this year (LYBUNT) and work on engaging them with new opportunities to give. If you don’t, they will forget about your organization and stop giving.

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AccelEvents

JULY 16, 2021

In the first quarter of 2021, Accelevents became certified to be a SOC 2 Type 1 compliant organization. The SOC 2 certification was developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) as a way of evaluating that a company follows the criteria for managing customer data based on principles of trust. .

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 28, 2024

Understand Grant Guidelines and Restrictions Before diving into the budgeting process, it’s essential for nonprofits to thoroughly review the grant guidelines and restrictions provided by the funding organization. One strategy for maximizing cost-effectiveness is to explore volunteer support to supplement grant funds.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

And when it comes to creating a nonprofit business plan for your organization, that’s a task that generally falls to the board—a situation that can create a big disconnect between what you need and what you actually get. Evaluation and Impact Measurement: Methods for assessing the effectiveness and impact of nonprofit programs.

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Bloomerang

JULY 21, 2021

Before starting a nonprofit organization, you should understand that the 501(c)(3) designation is just that: a tax designation. Name your organization. . Apply to be recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization. . The agency fees are $275 for organizations filing Form 1023-EZ and $600 for organizations filing Form 1023.

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DNL OmniMedia

JANUARY 15, 2021

At this point, the question isn’t whether to use tech but whether your tech stack is configured in a way that positions your organization for success. A nonprofit technology assessment is an evaluation of the digital maturity of your organization. This involves asking questions such as: Who is your organization?

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Candid

JULY 22, 2021

Her third round of grants in less than a year, Scott wrote that grant recipients were “286 high-impact organizations in categories and communities that have been historically underfunded and overlooked.” Organizations that received a grant from Scott varied in size, but the majority have annual revenues in the $1 million to $5 million range.

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

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 17, 2021

Though recommendations from third parties may help you narrow down the wide selection of nonprofit CRMs available, only you and your team know what’s best for your organization. Check out the following breakdown of offerings you may want to consider when evaluating fundraising solutions. 3) Support.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

As a small nonprofit organizer, you want to do more good work. But you’re already hustling as hard as possible to build support, raise money, and make a difference. So, instead, think of it as information that will help you better know the people who engage with your organization. Don’t run away!

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Volunteer Hub

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

When selecting a volunteer management solution, organizations often prioritize features, functionalities, and pricing. To gain a comprehensive understanding of what your experience should look like, and what to look for when evaluating software, it’s vital to consider how a software provider prioritizes your success.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 4, 2023

It is a key piece of your organization’s strategy and should support your mission and goals. There is a wide variety of CRM solutions available, many of which are specialized to help different types of organizations. There are a few CRM solutions that can accommodate both small and large organizations.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 13, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed the way organizations execute their social media plans. Posting without a mindfulness of the trending topics and conversations can cause organizations to appear insensitive and tone-deaf. Water.org is a global nonprofit organization working to bring water and sanitation to the world.

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Candid

MAY 13, 2024

In a 2022 survey, nearly 70% of respondents cited building measurement, evaluation, and learning capabilities as a critical area in which they would like to invest. Tracking feedback across the portfolio to improve grantee support. As such, effective approaches to measurement and learning reflect a multiplicity of stakeholders.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Whether you’re just starting out or already have a Board in place, you need to understand the role of your nonprofit’s Board so you can support people to understand and fulfill their roles and responsibilities. Determine the Organization’s Mission and Purpose Your Board is responsible for determining the mission of the organization.

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Deborah Elizabeth Finn

JANUARY 28, 2018

It took Tech Networks of Networks almost two years to organize and implement a series of candid dialogues about data and evaluation for grantors and nonprofit grantees, and now it’s complete. In this article, I am not speaking on behalf of any organization or individual. Both groups can help by: .

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 14, 2024

As a member of the Board of Directors of a nonprofit organization, hiring your new executive director will be the most important responsibility you are likely to assume. What personal competencies and skills will the new executive need to possess to lead your organization forward? According to Dennis C.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 8, 2011

We focused on principles for community building and community organizing, as well as examples of both short-term and long-term engagement. Principles of Community Organizing. It’s important to remember that not everything your organization wants to do or achieve, matches up with with your community wants to do, and vice versa.

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sgEngage

MARCH 7, 2023

Add in the fact that employees of nonprofits and grantmaking organizations feel a true sense of purpose that often pushes them to work longer hours with fewer resources than most for-profit companies, and that burnout can be deeper and more pervasive. And your needs as nonprofit employees and leadership will need to change with them.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 2, 2017

And, as blogger Vu Le says, donating to organizations on the ground can be a form of self-care. I have my go-to global organizations that do a great job at relief efforts on the ground, set up funds for long-term rebuilding, or do a terrific job of vetting local charities to support. For example, Global Giving. Local Charities.

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