Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 23, 2023

Such efficiencies enable nonprofits to devote more time to achieving their mission. Along with access to the latest version, ChatGPT 4 Turbo, which is the most intelligent model available at the time of writing, it also provides access to an array of additional tools.

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Policy Analysis Language Nonprofit 334

Neon CRM

DECEMBER 14, 2023

It means that where your organization puts its time, energy, and resources is a direct expression of the things it values. One of the most important lessons a nonprofit practitioner can learn in their career is that budgets are moral documents. What does that mean?

Analysis 52

Analysis Project Donor Retention 52

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Here are a few negatives (transactional): They can take a lot of time—planning, managing, and throwing the actual event. The importance of a cost-benefit analysis for your fundraising strategies. James Greenfield is the guru of fundraising cost-benefit analysis. After all, it’s easier to sell tickets than ask for a gift. .

Analysis 136

Analysis Benefit Ratio Fundraising 136

Byte Technology

DECEMBER 15, 2021

After completing your marketing analysis, it should be clear what your best channels are and who your current customer is. This is something you wouldn’t have paid much attention to without an analysis shining a light on it. If so, now is the time to target your marketing efforts in that direction. Now is the time… ask us how.

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Marketing Analysis ROI Picture 246

Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

There Has Been a Change In Your Nonprofit’s Scope Over time, technology, politics, and culture will impact your mission and how you approach it. Here’s an example. This 2022 report features industry data, trends, analysis to help you better reach your donors. Take, for example, “we do.” Remember: Every word counts!

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Examples Language Iowa Nonprofit 95

Association Analytics

APRIL 8, 2021

And yet, the ability to use data to serve your association’s mission has never been more important and timely. In today’s world, organizations simply cannot afford to invest their time and limited resources in initiatives that do not demonstrably deliver outcomes that support their goals. Engage in Analysis.

Goal 192

Goal Data Articulate Analysis 192

EveryAction

APRIL 5, 2023

from our friends at ParsonsTKO Selecting technology for a nonprofit or social good organization can take significant time and effort. Does the organization need an independent, neutral third party to assess needs, listen to staff, and provide comprehensive analysis on the best path forward? Focus on improving your operations.

Technology 186

Technology Change Analysis Tech 186

Candid

MAY 2, 2024

Roughly 2% of organizations indicated a change between BIPOC, white, and other leaders each year Our first analysis suggests that the sector overall has not become more racially diverse. Actual CEO turnover may be higher, as this analysis does not capture, for example, a white CEO replacing a white CEO).

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Leadership Analysis Demographics Alaska 118

Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Over time, companies become valued partners in addressing local issues, rather than occasional contributors. Take Coca-Cola for example. These days, employees are five times more engaged when their employer offers a volunteer program, according to volunteer management research from Galaxy Digital.

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Trend Examples Giving Ratio 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

ChatGPT may prompt you for more context, so providing as much detail as possible will help with the copywriting process and save you valuable time. By using ChatGPT, you can save time on writing promotional emails, recruitment posts, and even on-site signage copy.

Tools 360

Tools Fundraising Analytics Analysis 360

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2024

Data Analysis for Insightful Strategies Data analysis is at the heart of artificial intelligence in fundraising. It does this by finding the best timing, messaging, and asking amounts for each donor. Gain insights into donor behavior, understand stakeholder preferences, and more, while freeing up time for relationship-building.

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Donation Data Fundraising Analytics 203

Association Analytics

JUNE 17, 2021

Tie past spikes in registrations to the marketing initiatives taking place during that time so you can better understand which approaches and messages led to the most registrations. What factors influence first time attendees? Understanding these motivations can help drive marketing messaging to encourage other first time attendees.

Associations 318

Associations Data Registration Analytics 318

Bloomerang

MARCH 26, 2024

However, I encourage you to take some time to analyze your online fundraising campaigns to optimize your overall fundraising results. Also, be sure to set up more detailed reports for deeper analysis. For example, did your marketing channels or activities have less/more impact than they’ve had in previous campaigns?

Campaign 87

Campaign Tips Online Fundraising 87

Forum One

DECEMBER 22, 2022

The end of the year is a natural time for virtual house cleaning. Buttons move around, some functionality changes, and it can take a little time to realize the potential of new tools or capabilities. Google’s Data Studio, a more advanced tool, was also used by many of our clients looking to set up more sophisticated analysis.

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Time Metrics Analytics Adopt 72

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

This analysis can help guide you towards what best engages your target audiences. We often assume that our audiences don’t change over time, but that’s not always the case, and nuances within each audience type can appear depending on the focus of your organization’s work. Begin by looking backwards. 2) Review Your Goals.

Communication 291

Communication Fundraising Test Hints 291

Association Analytics

DECEMBER 15, 2022

While wrangling all of this data into one place for analysis can be quite the challenge, it’s worth figuring out how to do it. At the same time, your analysis might show that members who attend your annual conference have a high renewal rate. Analyzing this data is challenging as it typically resides in multiple systems (e.g.

Retention 169

Retention Data Rate Demographics 169

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

So, was delighted when Darren Barefoot asked if he share a guest post about how to do audience analysis. Cheap and Cheerful Audience Analysis for NGOS by Darren Barefoot. But not all kinds of audience analysis are evil. How do they spend their spare time? Note: This is an excerpt from our free e-book, The Noble Arsonist.

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Analysis Audience Test China 105

Association Analytics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Example: Using more advanced learning analytics, one association was able uncover that the courses they offered with industry certifications had significantly higher completion rates than those without. Which courses do they have a difficult time completing? What are learners missing from you?

Analytics 169

Analytics Education Program Impact 169

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 27, 2022

The analysis gives insight into your operations, helping you determine if your organization is on the right track or moving in the wrong direction. For example, on a graph, dips in member activity or non-dues revenue readily appear, making a clear connection to time and drops in activity. . Descriptive analytics .

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Analytics Associations Business Software 135

sgEngage

MARCH 15, 2024

Some examples: Employee retention rate Absenteeism rate Employee satisfaction, quantified on a questionnaire or survey Free Guide Development Plan Toolkit Download Now Utilizing Effective Data Tools Many nonprofits started out as a grassroots group with a dream and some bootstraps. That’s where technology can make a real impact.

Measure 94

Measure Help Analysis Metrics 94

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 31, 2020

With the year half way over, this is the perfect time to evaluate your progress so far. For example, reports that show side by side amounts for individual months from each year can help you pinpoint reasons for any discrepancies in donation amounts. Did you mail out an appeal at a different time? This Year Vs. Last Year.

Goal 300

Goal Fundraising Pledge ROI 300

The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes From Stories to Support: The Nonprofit’s Guide to Acquiring and Using Testimonials Imagine harnessing the power of authentic stories to attract new supporters, boost credibility, and inspire people to rally behind your nonprofit’s cause. I am where I am today because of their unwavering support.”

Story 104

Story Guide Support Analysis 104

EveryAction

JANUARY 11, 2023

Meeting these three milestones before the end of the month will get your grassroots team back on track just in time to launch your 2023 campaigns. Conduct a power analysis in your targeted districts. Depending on the timing of your 2022 campaigns, you also might want to extend your time frame beyond six months.

Advocacy 198

Advocacy Volunteer Analysis Action 198

Qgiv

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

As technology evolves, there are new ways nonprofits like yours can take advantage of advancements to save time and raise more money. Machine Learning (ML) is a type of AI focusing on the development of algorithms which allow the program to learn and improve over time. How can charities use AI? AI-enhanced editing tools.

Fundraising 97

Fundraising Nonprofit Analysis Donor 97

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 18, 2023

When it comes time to implement your new association management software (AMS), having all your processes visually documented will help your new software vendor meet your unique association needs. For example, perhaps you wish to map your membership processes.

Map 135

Map Associations Process Business 135

Association Analytics

MAY 17, 2021

While wrangling all of this data into one place for analysis can be quite the challenge, it’s worth figuring out how to do it. At the same time, your analysis might show that members who attend your annual conference have a high renewal rate. Analyzing this data is challenging as it typically resides in multiple systems (e.g.

Retention 192

Retention Data Associations Rate 192

Candid

JULY 22, 2021

Our analysis of Scott’s 2020 grants is available here.) . This time around, more than 30 recipients were fiscally sponsored entities, collaboratives, or specific funds within organizations. This time, however, non-U.S. This is almost 10 times the rate of nonprofits in general. Organizational size . and Puerto Rico.

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Puerto Rico Fund Group Organization 128

Association Analytics

JUNE 21, 2023

This leads to better communication, and over time, a more organized set up so you won’t be overwhelmed by where to go for the data you need in the moment. For example, include any details on how that KPI may impact other projects or results. Solution : The solution to this challenge is pretty simple. Set up your KPI and metrics!

Associations 319

Associations Challenge Data Taxonomy 319

Association Analytics

AUGUST 15, 2022

What are real-time trends and demographics of our meeting registrants? Data analytics are future-focused, giving you information in near-real time, to help you take action. Using platforms that are already being used successfully by other organizations will save you time and money on building them yourself. Visual Reporting.

Analytics 169

Analytics Associations Demographics Picture 169

Candid

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

At times those voices were passionately personal, at others they were mandates delivered through data. Analysis of grant applications from 130 funders. Here's the backstory: In the summer of 2021, over 130 funders shared example grant applications with TAG as part of our involvement in the #FixtheForm campaign with GrantAdvisor.org.

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Grant Analysis Application Contact 111

Association Analytics

MAY 20, 2024

A prime example is a credit card transaction company’s “Fees Begone” program, which helps associations alleviate members’ pain points around credit card fees while generating revenue through royalty sharing. Take the time to examine your association’s mission, values, and core competencies.

Associations 169

Associations Poll Industry Stream 169

Candid

AUGUST 18, 2021

The end results are more efficient fundraising, more revenue, and more time for what matters. Artificial intelligence works through machine learning, which involves the discovery and analysis of deep patterns in datasets. These algorithms are continually refined over time as more data is generated for analysis.

Course 130

Course Fundraising Analysis Mail 130

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 16, 2009

2009 - Connected Action - Marc Smith - Social Media Network Analysis View more presentations from Marc Smith. In our book, The Networked Nonprofit , co-authored with Allison Fine, we provide an overview of mapping your social network in Twitter and other sites using some of the social network analysis tools available. .

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Analysis Social Network Social Media Network 96

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 18, 2010

One of the topics was “How to understand social networks through social network analysis and mapping techniques.&# I thought I’d expand on it here. Some examples: A follower on Twitter or someone you’re following. Social network analysis gives you a 10,000 view of your ecosystem. Where are the clusters?

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Analysis Social Network Social Media Network 104

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 25, 2024

Highlights from Microsoft’s Nonprofit Sector Research on AI Devi kicked off by sharing a sentiment analysis from a recent survey of nonprofit leaders that fall into one of two different perceptions: comfort and concern. These examples of micro productivity examples can applied easily to working.

Conversation 122

Conversation Adopt Generation Nonprofit 122

Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 6, 2010

SA is now at a very interesting time and there are some very exiting opportunities on the table! We’re also seeing a range of creative proposals — for example Paul Lamb’s suggestions including stewardship by open source foundations or social entrepreneur funders, and a NetSquared-type transition campaign.

Action 120

Action Time API Social 120

.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

According to a study from Goldman Sachs, “Generative AI tools could impact 300 million full-time jobs worldwide, which could lead to a significant disruption in the job market.” For the time being, the bottom line seems to be, there is no substitute for intrinsically human skills. The nominees varied depending on the publication.

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Skills Collaboration Communication Classroom 221