sgEngage

MAY 15, 2024

Change management can be a long and uncomfortable process, but the introspection and analysis help you find ways to improve and more closely align with your mission. Use the Resources Already at Your Fingertips The grant management system we use, Blackbaud Grantmaking , already has many processes and flows built into the system.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 5, 2016

There are more and more resources and opportunities for nonprofit professionals seeking to learn about how to use measurement and data. You will also find a well-curated resource toolkit that includes articles, books, tools, and resources. The Playbook includes a few examples and methods for doing this. Making meaning.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 8, 2024

While these changes may feel overwhelming, there are easy things you can do with your current staff and set of resources that will help position your association to thrive in 2024. This is considered an implicit data collection method. This is considered an explicit data collection method. With all these uses (and more!)

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Association Analytics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Example: Through a learner sentiment analysis, one association discovered that one of their courses consistently received low ratings due to challenging content delivery. Learning analytics can help pinpoint areas where learners struggle the most so associations can develop targeted communications and resources to address these gaps.

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Candid

JULY 27, 2023

Analysis tip : We still create these annual data sets. Analysis tip: The increased size of Candid’s grants data during the period from 2013-2015 shouldn’t be conflated with an increase in giving by donors. Analysis tip: Researchers will want to exclude federal grants if they are conducting analyses about foundation funding.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Some high-tech resources are available to help you grow and empower your membership. Association Management Resources. You can sometimes find self-directed resources, like professional association guides and online communities, or more formal workshops and educational sessions from the software provider.

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Forum One

AUGUST 16, 2023

And, don’t only select the data points that are working; show what isn’t to make the case for resources for next year. The goal with your analysis is to have actionable data. The goal is to enable these individuals to advocate for more resources or changes in strategy. Goal setting matters a lot here.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Introduction to Microsoft Clarity Microsoft Clarity is a cutting-edge behavioral analysis tool that empowers organizations to understand user interactions on their websites. Choose a sign-up method and follow the steps on the screen. Additional Resources Should I use Microsoft Clarity and Google Analytics?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2024

In philanthropy, there can also be worries of time commitment, grantee burden, complicated methods and, frankly, resources circling the drain without adding any function or value. Datamaking can enhance capacity building efforts through group questioning and analysis. These are opportunities for meaning making.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 29, 2009

This is a post to help me identify what I don't know about social network analysis and mapping tools with the hope that you'll fill in the gaps in the comments. How would you describe Virgin America in social networking analysis and mapping terminology? . I flew back from DC last night on Virgin America. Source: Monitor Institute.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

” Analysis : This testimonial emphasizes the donor’s personal connection and satisfaction with the results of their contributions, highlighting the organization’s effectiveness and transparency. Their program not only provided me with the resources I needed but also gave me a sense of community and hope.

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Candid

MAY 1, 2024

With the combined resources of Foundation Center and GuideStar, we at Candid have a unique opportunity to build the most effective solution for providing information for and about nonprofits and funders. Depending on the feature being released, we use a variety of methods to learn whether the solution is successful.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

How will investing in nonprofit Human Resource infrastructure promote stronger leadership, quality staff retention, and sustainable community support? The truth is, by not accommodating internal growth in areas such as Human Resources, the agency will suffer more in the long term and be unable to serve the mission as effectively.

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Forum One

APRIL 23, 2024

By exporting data, users can maintain access to historical comparisons and enable future analysis. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to effectively utilize this powerful resource: Open the Google Analytics Query Explorer at ga-dev-tools.google/query-explorer/. This guide will assist you in exploring the available options.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

And don’t only select the data points that are working; show what isn’t to make the case for resources for next year. The goal with your analysis is to have actionable data. The goal is to enable these individuals to advocate for more resources or changes in strategy. For that, we need to dig deeper.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JULY 22, 2021

How rigorous or complex should the analysis of impact data be? Much has been written on the methods for evaluating programs, for analyzing impact data, and for communicating impact to funders; more and more, thought leaders underscore the need to manage all the processes around understanding impact. About the Author. Mélodie Kinet.

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Impact Management Organization Evaluation 120

sgEngage

OCTOBER 11, 2023

No matter what your mission is, you’re probably dedicating significant resources to finding potential supporters and getting that first gift. But we have SO MUCH information in our CRM or database that it’s easy to become stuck in analysis paralysis when it comes to using data for donor acquisition.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

An expert on agricultural economics and spatial analysis, Jerry most recently served as a Senior Research Fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute in Washington, DC, where he led major projects on food security and climate change issues.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2022

What is a market analysis for nonprofit organizations? Market analysis, also known as market research, is the process of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting information about target markets and customers. However, the nonprofit landscape is crowded; there are many worthy organizations competing for limited resources.

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sgEngage

MAY 31, 2023

Best of all, you really only need to adopt a few proven and productive cultivation and engagement methods to start converting your peer-to-peer event participants into monthly donors. For the Ration Challenge, the team used a variety of methods to pinpoint the personas and behaviors of those interested in refugee issues.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JANUARY 25, 2022

We analyzed everything from donors’ preferred contact methods to total donation volume given to-date to inform our strategy.” – Liz Liston. It’s critical, however, that you choose a CRM integration that your team can easily adopt and use without straining too much of your organizational resources. Hannah Durbin.

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 10, 2012

I come across so many great conversations, ideas, and resources all over the web every day. To follow more of the things I find online, you can follow @amysampleward on Twitter (which is just a blog and resource feed), or find me on Delicious (for all kinds of bookmarks). So what's the solution?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 3, 2014

Maybe you have an interesting analysis about how cat pictures get more engagement on Facebook. Here are some more examples ). Or maybe you have a great case study or spreadsheet to share about measuring your content strategy, social media, mobile, email, or other channel.

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Measure Data Share Learning 112

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 29, 2010

Benetech Statistical Expert Testifies in Guatemala Disappearance Case The Benetech Human Rights Program uses cutting edge computing methods and statistical analysis to provide objective evidence of human rights violations. If prosecutors can establish that the archive is a reliable source of proof for them, it is huge,” says Guzmán.

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Guatemala Statistics National Analysis 145

VisionLink

NOVEMBER 27, 2009

We have released an updated version of our auto-update solution to ensure that the categories through which you manage your resource directory are aligned with the ever improving AIRS taxonomy. We were the first to endorse and implement the AIRS Resource Exchange standard (to allow the exchange of resource data between systems).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 30, 2013

If you chose an interview method (or any method for that matter), I strongly encourage you to speak with as many individuals as your capacity will allow. Analyze your Results - Complete a qualitative analysis across and within levels of your stakeholders. Conduct the Audit. Administer your protocol.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 31, 2020

These methods help you figure out what works for you. The major thing to remember is that you don’t need to make outright demands or requests, but subtly touch upon topics of interest after careful research and analysis. The sheer amount of SEO services out there can make your SEO process confusing. Repurpose content. Conclusion.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 5, 2014

I love all aspects instructional design and facilitation , but being a good trainer also means being a good content curator and resource librarian. I usually draw from these sources to create “instructional resources” for any workshop or class I teach. Here’s an example from a recent webinar on training.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

There is also an opportunity to weave in analysis of your data from surveys and incorporate storytelling with your data. My colleague, blogger Michele Martin has this well-researched deck with many more examples of methods for doing a process evaluation and reflective practice. This can avoid repeating mistakes of the past.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

There are two different methods to evaluate your training. To do this analysis, you need to ask for both positive and constructive criticism. The technique is called Plus/Delta. I share these back with participants as part of the resources that I provide, often digitized and put on a wiki. 3. The Evaluation Survey.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 18, 2017

Nonprofits must consider not only external avenues of increasing unrestricted funding, but also internal solutions that can help make the most of resources already on hand. Four methods to address the challenges of slim administrative budgets are: 1. Change the unrealistic expectations of contributors. Increase board engagement.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Many charities are often stretch to find the time and resources to feed the content beast and riffing on popular memes can an efficient and effective way to create content, especially with the plethora of free “ meme creators “available. More analysis of the Facebook changes from Mari Smith. Content Visual'

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

The Lean method advocates for creating a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), testing it in small ways and building on what was learned to create something that really addresses audience needs and minimizes wasted effort and resources.

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

To find a consultant whose services and methods align with your nonprofit’s needs, follow these steps: Review your needs. Find potential consultants by using resources from reputable online sources and asking other organizations in your field for referrals. Begin by defining your organization’s needs. Research top providers.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

These smaller AFP conferences are outstanding resources for nonprofits. If you’re looking to hone existing marketing skills or develop new ones, this is a wonderful resource! Check with your local AFP chapter to see what local or regional options are available! by not having to travel far from home. spring for the VIP pass.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 27, 2020

With some analysis – and a little bit of love – you can identify and engage your most valuable supporters. How much staff time and resources should be dedicated? Armed with these insights, the organization modified their messaging and effectively used digital methods to personalize communications to each group.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 30, 2017

As the collection of data becomes ubiquitous and seamless and the analysis of data more powerful, it is changing every aspect of our lives. The ability to see into the future sounds like magic, but there are actual methods that have been proven effective at doing this. Data is changing how our world operates.

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