Candid

APRIL 22, 2024

I often refer to the post-World War II period, when civil and human rights movements came to the forefront, along with community-organized philanthropic organizations. Prioritizing women- and people of color-led grassroots organizations At the Ms. This critical research informs many of our current practices.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 19, 2021

Who can you trust for information these days? Research sources (if you trust them) show that the American public distrusts common information sources: According to Pew Research Center, Americans’ trust in the federal government is at near historic lows. Provide a one-stop-shop for information sharing. Get it now.

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Media Cause

JANUARY 8, 2024

One powerful tool that can significantly impact your nonprofit’s online success is keyword research. Keyword research is an important tool for both search engine optimization and paid media marketing services. It can also help your nonprofit develop more targeted and successful campaigns.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 8, 2020

When you implement donor research in your fundraising strategy, you’ll learn more about your existing donors and spot potential major giving opportunities. And as a nonprofit professional, you know the value of saving time for your organization. Need a quick refresher on the fundamentals of prospect research before continuing?

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DipJar

MARCH 21, 2022

After you finish your presentation, the potential donor thanks you for your time and effort, but admits that they don’t feel a strong connection to your work and aren’t interested in contributing to your organization at this time. . One of the best ways to prepare is to conduct thorough prospect research.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 14, 2023

Whether your organization is new to the nonprofit scene or you’ve been fundraising for decades, you know the importance of securing major gifts for your cause. These are the largest gifts your organization receives, and they empower you to truly move the needle on your mission. This is done through the donor prospect research process.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2023

Optimizing your healthcare organization or hospital’s website design ensures patients and community members can find the information they need quickly. A professionally designed website can help establish your organization as a reputable, trustworthy institution. Tell your organization’s story. Optimize the user journey.

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Candid

JUNE 7, 2022

There is a glaring gap in the representation of Black people in top positions in organizations, along with a general lack of resources, support, and opportunities for Black leaders and Black-focused organizations. To better understand how to address anti-Black racism, the social sector needs a stronger research foundation.

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Bloomerang

MAY 26, 2022

Ask them to spread the word about your organization amongst their family members and friends. These events can be tours of your facilities, panels with guest speakers, or informal meet-and-greets. These events should offer information about your organization and its mission, services, goals, and ways to get involved.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 24, 2023

This is where the increasing amount of nonprofit sector research reports can help. Research can also shine a light on where your nonprofit may need to focus more energy in its engagement with donors. This article will dissect the different types of nonprofit sector reports you may come across in your own research.

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sgEngage

JULY 13, 2021

While I applaud the designers of these templates for the beauty and even the adaptability of the templates to fit a variety of website types, I want to make a case for the value of a good Information Architecture. Information Architecture (IA) is the structural design of a website. The post What is Information Architecture?

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Candid

JANUARY 24, 2024

As Candid’s manager of digital communications, I’ve been digging through our social media analytics, researching broader trends, and determining our strategy and tactics for 2024. Hootsuite’s 2024 Trends for Nonprofits on Social Media report found that 34% of audiences dislike it when a nonprofit promotes the organization too much.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Every interaction your volunteer has with your organization matters. From the moment they land on your website to sign up for an opportunity to when they check out of their shift, your volunteer’s experience can directly impact your organization’s ability to meet its goals. WHO are your volunteers?

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M+R

AUGUST 14, 2023

Focused on audience and message research, M+R’s Gwen McGarry will moderate a panel featuring smart colleagues Nehal Mahmoud, Amanda Person, and Laurin Gonzalez as they share super interesting and useful findings from all kinds of usability, creative, survey, and focus group research over the last year or so!

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Forum One

AUGUST 19, 2021

The most common approaches are through two research approaches: audience research and usability testing. Human-centered design, design thinking, and research best practices all champion the value of putting people first. Defining your research goals. This is where audience research comes in.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 18, 2023

Organizations that miss the filing deadline face penalty fees and the eventual loss of their 501(c)(3) status. This usually happens because Form 990 requires a lot of information, meaning some nonprofits run out of time to file. If your organization falls beneath these benchmarks, you’ll need to file Form 990-EZ or Form 990-N.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 15, 2021

He has worked in capital campaigns, major and planned giving (including charitable gift annuities) grant writing and donor research. Mid-level donors, by virtue of their name, give less than major donors but more than what organizations consider their small annual giving donors. Strawhecker, Inc. I would argue differently.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 17, 2024

The best blogs engage audiences by making personal connections with readers and sharing insider mission information. Supporters won’t read your blog just because they have a relationship with your nonprofit—they want to engage with informative, interesting content that actively furthers their understanding of your cause.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2022

This is done through a process called nonprofit market research. This guide will cover the ins and outs of conducting nonprofit market research through the following points: Market Research for Nonprofit Organizations: The Basics. How to Conduct Nonprofit Market Research in 6 Steps. Let’s get started.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 11, 2024

By Alfredo Ramirez , CMO at Prosal – an RFP platform that connects great consultants, nonprofits, and other organizations via RFPs. 1) Start with Research Before an RFP The RFP really should be the second step in your process. Before you even start drafting your RFP, invest time in thorough research.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 21, 2021

NTEN and Schmidt Futures are conducting a research project to illustrate the realities, challenges, and areas of strength for nonprofit staff and teams building, customizing, and otherwise supporting technology platforms for their programs and even for other organizations. If so, we want to hear about it! appeared first on NTEN.

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VQ Strategies

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

After years of meetings, dialogue, presentations, advocacy, (and yes, maybe even some proverbial hair-pulling in frustration), today was the launch of the Initiative for Strategic Volunteer Engagement and the release of landmark research about how organizational leaders and funders view and prioritize volunteer engagement. Nearly half (46.8

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Cloud 4 Good

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The objective of this second phase was to develop UVM’s use of the Salesforce platform for their Office of the Vice President of Research (OVPR) and to UVM Extension , an outreach unit helping to improve the quality of life of Vermonters through research-based educational programs and practical information.

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Achieve

AUGUST 27, 2021

Nonprofits professionals turn to prospect research time after time to enhance and strengthen their fundraising strategies. This research method has the innate ability to uncover valuable information on prospective donors, helping your organization better understand its audience and determine key cultivation steps. .

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VQ Strategies

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

The most common topic of discussion in meetings lately and the theme of many sessions during this unusual fall conference season is the need to advocate for volunteer engagement as a strategy to help sustain organizations during these challenging times. Know the Research.

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sgEngage

APRIL 18, 2022

Optimizing your healthcare organization or hospital’s website design ensures patients and community members can find the information they need quickly and without hassle. This can establish your organization as a reputable, trustworthy institution. Healthcare website visitors want to find information quickly and easily.

Websites 75

Websites Organization Tips Map 75

Forum One

AUGUST 24, 2021

Audience research is changing—along with a changing world—to help us on our quest to better understand audience behavior, needs, frustrations, and successes and ensure products and services are successful. As organizations navigate and adapt to connecting with users in new ways, here is what we see as valuable going forward.

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Qgiv

JULY 22, 2021

She’s spent her entire professional career in the nonprofit sector in Florida, and–in her 20s–founded a nonprofit organization that still thrives today. Doing the right type of research on your prospects is the key to successful fundraising. You begin with analytical research through various wealth engines.

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 15, 2024

According to Community Brands Association Trends research, 84% of association professionals see building trust as a top priority. But how can your association boost member trust and solidify your industry reputation? Read our blog to discover three ways ASSH increased trust in their organization.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 13, 2021

We all have our own way of doing things, but sometimes our work outgrows our organization methods. Today, work expectations are higher, there’s more to manage, and you simply must be more organized to grow a small nonprofit. Organize your projects based on stages: Tasks to do, tasks in progress, and tasks completed.

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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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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2021

Giving to religion-based organizations often tops lists of philanthropic statistics. In fact, in the recent Giving USA 2020 report , donors gave more than $131 billion to religion-based organizations in the United States in 2020. . Unique Opportunities for Those Working for Religion-Based Organizations.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

DECEMBER 7, 2009

One of the great things about the nonprofit technology field is the collection of nonprofit organizations that provide what is often called “Intermediary&# services to other nonprofits: information and resources that help nonprofit organizations do the work they do in the world, by helping them make good technology decisions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 4, 2023

According to Pew Research Center , 85% of people have a smartphone and even more than that are active on a number of social media platforms. Social media is one of the most accessible ways to promote your organization’s purpose because it’s easy to set up a profile and it’s free to get started.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Many nonprofit organizations struggle to engage their board members with fundraising, especially the act of asking another person for money. Make a one-time or monthly financial contribution to the organization. Give in-kind support to the organization in a way that actually helps. Be Informed.

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The MatrixFiles

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Here are a few statistics that we shared: 27% of Americans say they have not too much or no confidence in scientists to act in the public’s best interest ( Pew Research ) 39% of Americans, a record-high, say they don’t trust the media at all. Some associations are partnering with peer organizations to push out messages and expand their reach.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

With that being said, ChatGPT is still an exceptional resource for nonprofits, and we’re excited to explore all of the ways it can benefit your organization! 6) Sharing Impact With just a few details about your organization, ChatGPT can write boilerplate language about your impact, mission, and programs.

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