Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Predictive analysis, chatbots , and automation have the power to increase fundraising capacity. This includes providing them with educational resources and hands-on training. To mitigate this, work as a group to evaluate AI outputs across different demographic groups and address disparities.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 4, 2024

Picture this: your donor data and fundraising trends reports are due, but instead of the usual stress, you’re calm, prepared, and even proud of what you’re about to submit. Manage financial planning: Keep a pulse on your finances to streamline budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation for sustainable growth and stability.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2019

When evaluating CRM software for your nonprofit, you need to look for these five key differentiators: 1) Importance of Platform. Does the platform provide powerful tools for data analysis, insight and built-in reporting for nonprofit metrics? Are you able to measure outcomes that directly relate to your cause?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 17, 2012

The result is a shift from ad hoc data analysis and simple (though detailed) record-keeping to a systematic approach to improving their programs and campaigns by using data. ” @ mmorino just finishing up talks in RI/Boston – some great discussions about measurement. What is funder’s role to support good measurement?

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The challenge can be in knowing which nonprofit data to prioritize, along with how to evaluate it and use it to make improvements. Reports generated around donor engagement can measure campaign involvement, giving history, and other trends that can help guide your strategic processes. What can data help your nonprofit achieve?

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Analyzing your nonprofit’s data and industry trends can uncover insights about: Existing donors. Conduct research about your organization’s specific market, working to identify marketwide consumer and technology trends. Conducting a marketing opportunity analysis. Track trends. The market landscape. Peer organizations.

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 1, 2024

By bringing together all of your financial information into your data warehouse, you can more easily generate accurate financial reports and ensure you’re using your resources effectively. This data-driven decision-making can lead to more targeted fundraising efforts, better resource allocation, and improved program outcomes.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 26, 2017

One important part of effective digital measurement is being able to benchmark your performance relative to your organization’s past performance or compared to peer organizations. One excellent resource to use for benchmarking nonprofit digital results (in the US) is the annual M&R Benchmarks study of nonprofit digital advocacy.

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Association Analytics

JUNE 2, 2021

Many organizations measure the success of their products by aggregate revenue, engagement numbers, and member feedback. Understanding post-purchase behavior is an important part of the analysis. What is the trend in sales over time? Track sales trends over time to see if a product becomes more or less popular.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2011

I’ve been reflecting on why some nonprofits do a better job of measurement and learning, while others do not. The nonprofits that embrace measurement have a data-driven culture. Works with measurement consultants or specialists to improve skills and capacity. Example of A/B Testing Results. What is the difference?

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Two Signs Your Mission Statement Needs to Be Updated Experts recommend re-evaluating your mission statement every three years. This input can help you measure the success and impact of your programming more objectively. This 2022 report features industry data, trends, analysis to help you better reach your donors.

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Forj

APRIL 22, 2021

What should you consider when evaluating eLearning consultants? If you’ve outgrown your current learning management system, a consultant can help you research solutions, evaluate them against your needs, and make a plan for implementing the new tech into your strategy. Measuring the efficacy of your eLearning programming.

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Gyrus

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

Though it may not be the most attractive trend in the learning industry, there is something to be said about the wealth of information that is available to Learning Professionals across the board. Measuring Learning. So you may be asking yourself where is the linkage to learning programs? Statistics are powerful.

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Forum One

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

From improvements in user experience to new trends in visual design and technical performance, there are a lot of factors that are fundamental or high on your priority list. Plan for a way to manage change in order to effectively measure progress and stay on track. There are many things to consider when planning a website redesign.

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Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Having tools in place to help you monitor, measure, and evaluate your work in real time will help you be more successful with your campaign, better engage with the community, and make more lasting change in the long run. Watch for long-term trends, not just what is popular that week or month. URL Shorteners – [link].

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 16, 2009

Jay Dedman pointed to an analysis Feedburner by Chris Baskind. I track two hard data points: RSS subscriber growth over time as well as the feed delivery stats (email versus reader). I think engagement metrics are far more useful for evaluating reader interest. You should be looking at monthly trends over time. If no, why?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2009

Learn to use the tools that help you measure success. If you've set specific goals and metrics to measure those goals over time, if after 3-6 months you have no tangible or intangible results, don't be afraid to move on or change something. If you are using a RSS reader, evaluate if it is still works for you. Take Breaks.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 3, 2017

Ottawa, Ontario: Review Progress on Data Analysis Projects. Boston, Massachusetts: Measuring, Evaluating, and Improving Nonprofit Effectiveness. Kitchener, Ontario: Estimating Time and Resources. Ottawa, Ontario: Review Progress on Data Analysis Projects. Morrisville, North Carolina: Tech Trends for 2017.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 5, 2009

Perhaps you're looking to make your strategy more effective, less time consuming, or see measurable results. One of our most valued nonprofit resources is our time, especially in these days of tighter budgets and cutbacks in funding. Learn to use the tools that help you measure success. Good for you! Great work. Take Breaks.

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sgEngage

MAY 23, 2024

This trend is not limited to a specific size or experience level of nonprofits, as both large and small, experienced and new, are venturing into these funding opportunities. Risk Analysis – what could threaten the project or the organization? Program Analysis – what will happen to the program to accommodate the growth?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 21, 2009

And, it also includes measurement - not just qualitative information. Definition: An analysis that looks at the benefits, costs, and value of a technology project over time. It uses metrics to measure your results and help you improve your strategy over time. Use of metrics to measure your results. Return on Investment.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 1, 2009

I have years of blog content and resource collections. A few blog redesign resources I need to sink my teeth into after I share my goals, audience, etc. I also need to streamline the many wiki portfolios and resource collections that I've put together over the years. I have a confession. The Blog Usability Checklist.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2021

I was recently asked what I saw as a change or trend on the fundraising horizon. For example, simply saying “we prioritize major gifts” or “we focus on donor retention” isn’t helpful without understanding specifically how you’re doing so and then tracking and measuring your results so you can improve. . Invest in evaluation tools.

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Neon CRM

MAY 31, 2023

You work long hours and spend a ton of resources getting new donors in the door, only to then see them never make a second gift, leaving you right back where you started. It also involves careful analysis and upkeep of your donors’ data. Does this sound familiar?

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Phase 4: The Analysis Stage. Step 7: Measure the success of your nonprofit digital strategy. During The Identification Stage, the goal is to evaluate your current digital marketing strategy (if any) and discover areas for improvement. Phase 4: The Analysis Stage. Let’s begin with an overview of the first phase.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 17, 2007

As some sort of measure of accountability, raw web statistics (this site got x visits and y pageviews in t timeframe) mean zilch. How does giving resources to nonprofits to help them understand how to use web stats to do internal assessment of web strategy inconsistent with choosing not to publish raw web stats?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 8, 2009

Here are seven tips to help you start measuring social media efforts. You should pay attention to monthly trends of content consumption over time. Hard data points: Look at the feed subscribers trends from Feedburner and unique visitor trends from Google Analytics. Readership growth This means content consumption.

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Everyaction

OCTOBER 5, 2016

The Resource Alliance / London, (Int.) This conference features exceptional speakers and a plethora of workshops that address key issues and trends affecting nonprofit human-serving organizations. Panel discussions, comprised of industry thought leaders, will address breaking trends and strategic direction. State/Local.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

I also encountered quite a few people asking very similar questions, or looking for the same resources. One strategy that emerged as a popular trend during the digital period was the “ask for forgiveness, not permission” approach. Now, we evaluated tools based on who was using them, and how. Digital Strategies.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JULY 30, 2021

We published findings from our landscape analysis in an interactive map on the Tech Against Trafficking website and partnered closely with the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) to put out a seminal publication last June on the use of technology to fight human trafficking.

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DNL OmniMedia

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Measuring and monitoring app engagement and user behavior can provide invaluable insights into how to strengthen your strategies over time. Then, doublecheck that you’ve got a solid infrastructure in place to collect that data and report it to your CRM for further analysis. Keep in mind, app analytics are not a siloed resource.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 23, 2009

I've come up with synthesis - a worksheet, how-to points, and resources that would guide an organization to think strategically about social media. Now, restate your objective so it is “SMART” – specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-based? Resources: Jeremiah Owyang, 50 Ways to Use Social Media Listed by Objective.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

CAF has coined the term “ philgorithms ” for algorithms of this kind.The report ends with a summary of high level trends that might impact civil society organizations, including a discussion on inequality, algorithmic bias and the future of work. 12 hosted by Data Analysts for Social Good features Peter York, an evaluation expert.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 19, 2007

I'm slightly out of my comfort zone here because I've only been following this topic closely for a short time, although I have co-authored a guide for nonprofits on technology evaluation and ROI. I also don't want to get too deep into geeky measurement crap. So, here's the session description: Social Media Metrics/ROI Game. Owyang ).

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NTEN

MAY 27, 2010

Stay on top of the latest trends so you're prepared for "the next big thing" Foursquare has been deemed the "Twitter of 2010" How could it benefit your organization? When you need resources or want to try something new, they'll "get it"! Funnel: Measure the whole funnel! Be transparent.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 5, 2017

From donor retention to nonprofit marketing to organizational leadership, every ebook is an invaluable resource. We all use data and analytics in some measure every day to guide our strategic planning and tactical decision making. Data—the capture, analysis, and use—can be overwhelming. Lifetime value measurements.

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