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Making meaning of Candid’s free demographic data set 

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The data set is a goldmine for researchers and evaluators interested in better understanding the demographics of the nonprofit sector. It also offers suggestions on when researchers and evaluators may want to choose one method to access the data over the other. And perhaps even more exciting, it’s also free to access.

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Who is sharing nonprofit demographic data with Candid? 

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It also seeks to provide a common baseline of the diversity of the field, as well as ensure that demographic data is available to those who can make use of it to evaluate their programs and assess progress around equity. “Gender” combines two survey questions and reflects organizations that have answered either question.

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Top 10 Spreadsheet Secrets From A Nonprofit Data Nerd

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I created Excel for Evaluation , a series of more than 25 video tutorials with real examples from nonprofits, to share my favorite techniques with nonprofit leaders like you. Data analysis is a process, not a one-time thing. You can follow this syllabus to boost your skills at all stages of the data analysis process.

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New Resource for Nonprofits: The Data Playbook – Practices for Purpose-Driven Work

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

One of the newest resources, a free online guide called “ The Data Playbook ,” was recently published by the Schusterman Foundation and written by Rella Kaplowitz, Program Officer, Evaluation and Learning. This section takes you through the basics of analyzing and finding patterns in survey data. Meaning Making.

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Help! My Nonprofit Needs A Data Nerd

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

The concept was genius — providing an app and free cell phone to the individuals in exchange for filling out the surveys. Completing the survey would get them more cell phone time. The concept included enlisting a telco partner who would provide the phones and data cards. My Nonprofit Needs A Data Nerd!

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Help! My Nonprofit Needs A Data Nerd and How To Find Them!

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

” Well, here is are some ways to find some data nerds to help you with your measurement and analysis: 1. Get Free Help with Your Google Analytics: The Analysis Exchange has a goal to “dramatically increase the number of people on Earth doing web analytics the right way.” from MIT in rocket science.

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Fundraising Lessons from the Father of Advertising | Ogilvy on Fundraising

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Survey existing donors on what compelled them to support you before. Surveys, interviews, and data analysis can reveal the equivalent of that Rolls-Royce insight – the key emotional triggers, values, and desires of your existing and potential supporters. Remember your goal is persuading consumers.

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