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A crash course on trends analysis using Candid’s Foundation 1000 data set 

Candid

Instead, we rely on a data set called the Foundation 1000. What is the Foundation 1000? In comparison, our Foundation 1000 data set is limited to grants of $10,000 or more awarded by a set of 1,000 of the largest U.S. private and community foundations. i Even though the Foundation 1000 makes up only about 1% of U.S.

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How to Conduct a Nonprofit SWOT Analysis: A Complete Guide

DipJar

In this process, it can be particularly helpful to conduct a SWOT analysis. A SWOT analysis is a strategic planning technique that involves evaluating your organization’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Marketing strategy Your marketing approach can also benefit from a strategic analysis.

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From Data Deluge to Impactful Decisions: Mastering Data in Grantmaking

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Strong data governance and data management can help grantmakers navigate the overwhelming amount of information available. Data formats vary widely, making consolidation and analysis a time-consuming and error-prone process. While this allows for a richer understanding of grant performance, it also creates complexity.

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Foundation giving and payout: what changed in 2021?

Candid

private and community foundations to understand recent giving trends and forecast where giving is headed. [ Here are some highlights from what we learned, followed by more in-depth analysis: . Here are some highlights from what we learned, followed by more in-depth analysis: . Every January, Candid surveys large U.S.

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Creating the Foundation for a Best-In-Class Nonprofit Finance Team

sgEngage

They should be well-versed in financial reports and analysis, but also be able to explain complex financial concepts to board members without a financial background. They should be confident in providing variance analysis and a variety of financial reports to help with risk management and forecasting.

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Pop the champagne: This year Candid’s grants data set turns 21!

Candid

This data powers tools like Candid’s Foundation Directory , allowing users to see who’s giving what, where, and to whom. private and community foundations. And we would narrow the focus to 1,000 of the largest private and community foundations. Analysis tip : We still create these annual data sets. government agencies ii.

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Global philanthropy responds to the Ukraine crisis

Candid

Governments have also directed hundreds of millions of dollars in assistance for Ukraine. Corporations account for 55% of the total dollar value of grants awarded; foundations and public charities 40%; and high-net-worth individuals for 5%. This analysis and the giving it’s based on is happening in real time.

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