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

Candid

Why we use the Foundation 1000 sets for trends analysis As illustrated in the chart above, the Foundation 1000s’ grantmaking is much more stable over time compared to the broader grant data set. If you are creating a giving trends analysis using this data, here’s a few final thoughts to keep in mind: Review the underlying grants data.

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Don't Let Association Data Myths Hold Back Your Analytics

Association Analytics

The three most common myths that hold associations back from getting started on their analytics journey are data cleanliness, data governance and data strategy. Most think that these steps must come before data analysis, when, in fact, they can be developed together, step-by-step.

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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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Mastering Next Year’s Budget With Revenue Projections and Donor Attrition Analysis

Neon CRM

Understanding Revenue Projections When a nonprofit is putting together a budget for the coming year, an important step is to perform a revenue projections analysis that can inform the expected amount of income used for operational expenses and deepen mission impact.

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Prioritizing an Inclusive Customer Experience in Government

Forum One

Late last year a new Executive Order focused attention on what many government agencies already strive to do: provide an efficient, reliable customer experience (CX) to citizens accessing government services like passports, social security, and small business loans. Not part of a government agency? Want more ideas? First Name.

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Top Ten Data Challenges (And Solutions) for Associations

Association Analytics

4: Nobody Wants to Own Data Governance Challenge : Do you have a set of rules that nobody seems to follow? Or, did a brave soul volunteer to work on data governance only to find themselves restricted by those in higher positions? If you answered yes to any of these scenarios, your association likely has an issue with data governance.

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For Positive Outcomes, Hold a Mirror Up to Board Performance

.orgSource

Point a Compass to the Future Regular updates on the status of governance can be a compass to help the group stay on the right path. In fast-moving digital markets, regular updates on the status of governance can be a compass to help the group stay on the right path and adjust to unexpected challenges.