Association Analytics

JANUARY 8, 2024

As 2024 kicks off and the world of data and AI continues to rapidly evolve, associations need to adapt to meet the ever-changing needs of members and stakeholders. Collect the right kind of data on your members Talk to most association executives and they’ll tell you that their data is not in the best place.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 30, 2023

When you’re in the market for new association management software (AMS), it’s vital to do your research. Searching for a modern AMS is a team effort—t hat’s why Chicago AMS Fest 2023 is the perfect event for your organization. AMS Fest 2023 is an in-person event based in Chicago, focused on AMS systems.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

As a grants manager, you know how important it is to have a clear and efficient grantee application process. You want to collect the data you need to make informed decisions, support your grantees’ success, and demonstrate your impact. How are you using each piece of data you collect from your grantees?

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Nimble AMS

JULY 28, 2022

Adopting new technology is a sometimes stressful, always necessary responsibility for association leaders. According to Liane Radford of Dennison & Associates, due to the upheaval of the past years “organizations have started to change their mindset on budget, needing to get more flexible on what they spend.”

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

You can take steps to improve the quality of your member analytics by investing in data hygiene across your organization. Investing in analytics can also give your association revenue a boost, helping you meet and exceed your strategic goals. Keep reading for more tips on why your association needs to invest in analytics.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2023

That’s where customer relationship management (CRM) comes in. In order to unlock its full potential, your team needs to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills. Provide guidelines on how employees should handle and store data within the CRM system to maintain data integrity and confidentiality.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 15, 2024

By taking a few steps to make your grant applications more accessible for grant writers, you will have more complete, more customized, and more on-time applications. Here are four ways you can make your funding program better for the people who will be completing it. As funders, you know what information you need to make a decision.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 21, 2023

Leveraging technology to manage volunteers in 2023 is essential. In this post, learn more about effective volunteer management and the value of volunteer management software. Running a successful volunteer program means managing a lot of moving parts. What is Volunteer Management Software?

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Candid

JULY 11, 2023

There is promising evidence that philanthropy is changing to be more responsive to the needs and priorities of communities. As funders scrambled to move money to communities in need, the limitations of conventional philanthropy came into sharper focus. Redistribute power.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 13, 2022

How much time do you spend thinking about where your donors are coming from ? If you answered something along the lines of ‘not much’, ‘do I need to?’, then you might want to keep reading. It is super important to understand where your donors are coming from and how you could be acquiring more!

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Nimble AMS

MAY 27, 2022

Did you know that only 11% of association professionals feel very technologically prepared for the future? Research from the Community Brands Association Trends Study , also discovered less than 5% of professionals use AI, predictive analytics, or machine learning in their organization. . Here’s how to get started: 1. Seek feedback.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 17, 2024

Are you a leader feeling the pressure to meet these challenges? Fortunately, data can help you make good decisions during uncertain times. Do you find yourself asking how to pivot during uncertain times? Will you have the capacity to achieve your missions? Does this sound familiar to you?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Whether involved in humanitarian response in conflict or disaster situations, development work, human rights, or peace-building, our international nonprofit customers have some of the most complex nonprofit missions on earth. But assuring security and data protection is a shared responsibility between Salesforce.org and our customers.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

This year, we are co-locating Blackbaud’s K–12 User Conference so education professionals can learn from thousands of other change-makers at the premier technology conference focused on social impact. While AI offers exciting opportunities for personalized learning and efficiency, it is crucial to approach these technologies responsibly.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2021

By GolfStatus.org – an event management platform specifically for golf fundraisers. With 2022 approaching and plans for spring events firming up, now’s the time to consider the lessons learned from successful golf events held throughout 2020 and 2021. 2) Have a Backup Plan. 2) Have a Backup Plan. 3) Use an Event Website.

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Don’t worry, it doesn’t need to be complicated. This added personalization shows donors that their philanthropic activity (current or past) has not gone unnoticed by your organization, and your reminder may give them the extra push they needed to make an end-of-year gift! Make sure you tell your supporters about it!

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The Nerdy NonProfit

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

By Guest Contributor, Amy Morrisey , Artisan E-Learning. Many nonprofits are interested in using e-learning to train staff members and volunteers. Why wouldn’t you just jump into e-learning as quickly as possible? And, you’ll likely need a learning management system to handle course delivery.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 12, 2024

If you are ready to embrace change as a central element of your growth strategy, this book is for you.” Moving quickly in response to disruptions. You must execute with agility and learn along the way to a sustainable, successful, high-growth path. Sometimes you must go back to Survive before Thrive.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 22, 2023

More than 75 percent of Gen Z and Millennial donors reported preferring giving online, meaning it’s essential to use fundraising solutions that help you better understand and connect with this audience. But where should you start when it comes to finding the right fundraising website for your nonprofit?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 21, 2023

Have you ever wondered where you can find a group of passionate donors who share your vision? These incredible individuals, who are already committed to your cause, hold the key to unlocking the donations your nonprofit needs to thrive. Are you ready? Why focus on volunteers?

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 5, 2022

And even if you are comfortable with change, it can still be overwhelming; especially when multiple changes happen at once. In many cases, changes help you get closer to the life and organization you want for yourself. I’m glad you asked! If your organization has a pain point that needs addressing, the change is reactive.

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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. In other words, let’s look at the readiness to apply for grants and readiness to manage grant projects.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 9, 2023

The first lesson I learned while working in the healthcare industry was this: Expect change. Every year there was guaranteed to be a policy or procedural change that required change management , which led to the second lesson I learned: Figure out how to make the change last. Adopt a culture that values feedback.

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

If your nonprofit does advocacy, you know that with this work, there are almost always consistent patterns of crisis management leading to later periods of denouement and down time. Learn more at MESG.marketing !  Check out our last installment here! Here’s what they said. Advocacy is a long-term calling.

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Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

If you’re a fundraiser bemoaning the lack of your nonprofit’s culture of philanthropy , you don’t get off that easily. . In fact, you may BE the problem. Why is that? Because you are the one person, or one department, actually charged with living and breathing philanthropy on a daily basis. You choose.

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 1, 2024

This is why data warehouses can have such a significant impact on nonprofits. A nonprofit data warehouse is a centralized digital repository that nonprofits use to store, manage, and analyze their data. Looking at this data together will give you a better understanding of what works in your programs and what could be improved.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 4, 2023

Should you print, stuff, and mail your own fundraising letter? If you have fewer than 200 mail recipients, the answer is probably yes. When you get more than 200 donors, you may be eligible to mail at nonprofit postage rates as low as 19 cents per piece (as of July 2023). No labels needed! from the bottom.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 3, 2019

When selecting a Salesforce-based AMS, be sure you’re choosing the one with the most adaptable and responsive data model. Is your association considering a move to an association management system (AMS) built on the Salesforce platform? Here’s why you should choose one that uses the Salesforce Person Accounts data model.

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sgEngage

APRIL 11, 2024

I’m a product manager, so I have the privilege of being on a team producing software every day. As the saying goes, with great power comes great responsibility, and this is true when it comes to wielding power over the data that your constituents entrust to your organization. Unlike low-code, it’s a complicated process.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 12, 2022

This need for flexibility is reflected in the grantmaking track at this year’s virtual bbcon, Blackbaud’s Tech Conference for Good, happening October 17–20. Here are a few you won’t want to miss. Heather LeVan, Principal Demand Generation Marketing Manager Blackbaud. SPEAKER: Brenda Noiseux, Product Manager, Blackbaud.

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sgEngage

JUNE 15, 2023

Until you are willing to peek under the lid, you don’t know if you are dealing with a forgotten bologna sandwich, or something much, much worse. Your auditor can help you identify any potential holes and opportunities for improvement. This will help you prioritize solutions.

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DNL OmniMedia

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Salesforce, a leading customer relationship management (CRM) provider, offers a powerful solution tailored specifically to the unique needs of nonprofits. It’s a comprehensive, cloud-based solution designed to help nonprofits manage their operations more effectively and advance their mission-driven work.

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sgEngage

JUNE 13, 2022

Candid’s mission is to get grantmakers and nonprofits the information you need to do good. In some cases, we’ve made these changes in response to specific requests from funders that have shared grants data with us. Along the way, we’ve learned important lessons about balancing data protection and transparency.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 6, 2020

Narrowing your association management software (AMS) choices down to those built on Salesforce is a great start. Here’s what you need to know next. So, you’ve narrowed your search for a new association management software (AMS) solution to those built on Salesforce CRM. You need a full Salesforce sandbox.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

How can you connect with your donors despite all the other ads, social messages, texts, and emails that are vying for their attention? Donor engagement is what your organization does to build and strengthen donor relationships and the methods you use to keep donors active and involved. What Is a Donor Engagement Strategy?

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Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2023

This is why volunteerism has played such a major role throughout history. Then, we’ll review how your organization can promote volunteerism in your community and manage volunteers effectively. We’ll cover: Volunteerism definition History of volunteerism Types of volunteerism Why is volunteerism important?

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Big problem Paul had a BIG problem, though; but not the problem you would think. Further, he found capital to fund the unique equipment needed—mobile shower units are not cheap! And he had created a culture of care to deliver much-needed services and build relationships with their constituents.

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