Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Plain Language Resources: Big Duck’s Plain Language for Nonprofits. Plain Language Association International. They focus your nonprofit on tracking and reporting impact which is essential for fundraising success. Resource: How to Write a Nonprofit Impact Report. M+R Benchmarks Report. The Center for Plain Language.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The oldest of the Millennial Generation are in their mid-careers, and as this generation become more secure in their careers and have more disposable income, nonprofits need to understand how they relate to causes to better capture their resources. Elements your nonprofit should include in your storytelling campaigns include: Show impact.

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NetWits

MAY 31, 2011

Target Analytics, a Blackbaud company, has released the third edition of it’s groundbreaking research into multichannel giving trends among nonprofit organizations. This report continues to be the most significant analysis of online/offline giving trends based on actual data from nonprofits. They get worse over time.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 24, 2023

Nonprofit professionals are constantly being challenged to be more “data-driven” in their work. This is where the increasing amount of nonprofit sector research reports can help. Being able to benchmark performance against what other nonprofits are doing is an important starting point to understanding your own data.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 12, 2014

That said, below are 19 infographics useful to nonprofit communications and development staff. Like everyone, we’re inundated as well and increasingly need to see important data about nonprofit technology trends in visual format. Nonprofit Communications Trends 2014. How Much Do Nonprofits Invest in Social Media?

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Care2

FEBRUARY 7, 2014

The latest Blackbaud Online Marketing Benchmark Study for Nonprofits analyzed data from more than 4,000 nonprofits to provide the largest analysis in online giving data. International affairs organizations had the greatest increase in overall charitable giving in 2013 (13.2%). This just in! increase in online giving.

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sgEngage

MAY 30, 2024

Employee retention is critical for the health of any organization, particularly for nonprofits. High retention leads to better outcomes all around as the organization saves money and develops stronger performers internally. Plus, as a manager in a nonprofit, retention is a key component of your job.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

posted by Jen Nation Fall 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. With the recent pandemic, civil unrest and racism conversations front and center, nonprofit organizations are working overtime to serve communities deeply affected by these issues. The Council on Nonprofits has samples to review.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 12, 2010

Benchmarking may sound like a term from the big-business board room, but it’s a useful practice for nonprofits of any size. While you can and should set your own internal performance benchmarks, it can be helpful, too, to look at benchmarks for the nonprofit sector in general, to see where your organization stands.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

This is the fourth post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Related Webinar: Online Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 16, 2024

Nearly all new reports and benchmarks show a decline in both donors and dollars, and the Fundraising Effectiveness Project’s (FEP) latest Quarterly Fundraising Report is no exception. That means 2024 could end up being a pivotal year for many nonprofits. The new FEP report compares overall philanthropic giving trends in 2022 and 2023.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 13, 2012

million registered users, Pinterest hit the 10 million-user benchmark last week making it the fastest growing website ever. There are some early adopter nonprofits that are inspiring the Pinterest community through their pins and re-pins. Now, onto the 11 must-follow nonprofits on Pinterest: 1. No wonder women love Pinterest !

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 21, 2011

It took 2 years, 10 months, and 50,000 clicks of a mouse, but yesterday @ NonprofitOrgs followed its 50,000th nonprofit on Twitter! I start each morning browsing those that followed @ NonprofitOrgs the day and night before, and follow those that are nonprofits and nonprofit staff in return. That will be a $500 donation too.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Working on our 2011 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study , we noticed something interesting when looking at year-over-year data by sector: The share of online revenue from monthly giving for International groups seemed to decline from 2009 to 2010. For this Benchmarks Extra , we separated the data for one-time giving and monthly giving.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 19, 2017

As personal computers, smartphones, and the Internet of Things evolve, so must your nonprofit. This webinar was presented on December 19 to more than 1,900 nonprofit staff worldwide and focused on what’s new and next in online communications and fundraising to help nonprofits prepare for the future and embrace being an early adopter.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

I wrote about it in Social Media for Social Good: A How-To Guide for Nonprofits : Communities begin to grow exponentially when they reach 5,000 members. Large national and international nonprofits have little problem reaching this benchmark, but small and some medium-size nonprofits will.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 16, 2021

Internalizing and externalizing an organization-wide culture of philanthropy. One of the biggest problems nonprofits face is improving their low donor retention rate. Start with benchmark data. Luckily, there are a number of great reports available to help you set a benchmark against industry averages.

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M+R

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Now let’s take a quick look at the trends and top-line findings from 33 of the nonprofits we work with and see where they’re pointing us as we head into the final thirty days of 2023. Giving Tuesday is a big day for nonprofits, and it’s getting bigger every year. Giving was up… mostly. Many donors give late in the day.

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NetWits

APRIL 5, 2013

The much-anticipated 2013 eNonprofit Benchmark study was released last week. based national nonprofits in 2012. Nonprofits often use this study to benchmark their own online activities and fundraising ideas. For certain nonprofit sectors, the eNonprofit study cites real world activities as a possible cause.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 6, 2014

Each time @NonprofitOrgs reaches a 100K-follower benchmark, Nonprofit Tech for Good donates to various nonprofits. It’s a way to give back, but its also a system used to periodically review how nonprofits are innovating their online giving process. Donate: Conservation International. PayPal was the worst.

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M+R

AUGUST 23, 2023

Data from this year’s Benchmarks made it clear that TikTok is being used by many nonprofits—30% of Benchmarks participants were active on the platform in 2022. While nonprofits have far more followers on Facebook and Twitter, TikTok continues to grow in popularity across the country.

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Care2

APRIL 9, 2012

The 2012 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study was just released and is packed with insightful data on advocacy and fundraising response rates across the nonprofit sector. The study also has some great data on how nonprofits are expanding their use of social media and mobile. Overall, email open rates held steady between 2010 and 2011.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 20, 2021

The same historical and cultural structures that have held back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in so many aspects of our lives are also mirrored in much of the nonprofit sector. By executing on DEI initiatives, individual nonprofits and the sector at large will shift power dynamics in fundraising. and several countries.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 10, 2013

Upgrading your nonprofits technology is always a must-do, however not proving the proper post-implementation measures can lead to a lack of adoption or low use of new features, rendering the investment worthless. Benchmarking. Start an Internal User Group. Image courtesy of Planet Side 2. Usability Testing.

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Care2

MARCH 22, 2011

Do you know the average click-through and open rates on action alerts and fundraising appeals across the nonprofit sector? Are nonprofits experimenting with mobile more? Check out the 2010 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study from M+R Strategic Services and NTEN which surveyed 40 nonprofit organizations and analyzed all of this data and more.

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NTEN

APRIL 29, 2010

The new 2010 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study from NTEN and M+R was just released today! The new report might look slim and slick, but this scrappy guide is thick with valuable insights and key industry benchmarks for online messaging, fundraising and advocacy, based on a full year's worth of results from 31 of your nonprofit peers. >

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Whole Whale

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Of these users, 70-80% will then delete or relegate the app within 1 month (benchmarks via Localytics ). You can be one of the most recognizable nonprofit names in the world, but does that mean users want to download your app? The 1% of nonprofit apps that make sense. Here are 2 nonprofit apps that worked — and why.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 18, 2020

A recent report estimated that 39 percent of nonprofits hope to diversify their workforce in the areas of race, age, gender, identity and differing abilities in 2019. Does it matter if they have experience with each of the tools you use internally or do they have the potential to learn the technology on the job? And for good reason.

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Qgiv

JUNE 14, 2021

As you conduct daily operations at your nonprofit, you’ll find that getting your nonprofit’s development strategy right is one of the most important pieces of the nonprofit management process. After all, nonprofits need gifts and donations to sustain them, no matter what their mission or goals might be.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

This guide to grants for nonprofits covers the basics of grants including types of grants, examples, where to find grants, and tips for grant writing. Because grants usually come from larger entities, the amount of money your nonprofit receives is generally higher than donations you would get from an individual or small business.

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Forum One

JANUARY 19, 2023

For large complex nonprofits, you can’t be thinking about a “website redesign” as a standalone event, but instead one of a number of digital avenues for your organization to communicate and engage with audiences. Consider how these various elements connect and work together to vocalize your mission and brand.

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Everyaction

JULY 18, 2018

The Nonprofit Fundraising Strategic Plan Guide explores the fundraising planning process and breaks down each of the necessary elements that will allow you and your team to elevate your next campaign. Your fundraising team should bring together a mix of nonprofit pros with complementary skills and align them around your strategic plan.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 25, 2021

Small nonprofits saw a 17% decline in donations during April, May, and June 2020 compared to the prior year. The outlook for nonprofits in 2021 and 2022 seeking more donations is optimistic—this is especially true if your nonprofit is flexible and willing to adapt to the online donation ecosystem. 2015 Stats. Giving Report.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Every Nonprofit Needs One, But What’s Really Needed in Your Nonprofit’s Annual Report? So, you’re one year into the adventure of starting your own nonprofit and now the time has come to put together your first annual report. Tip: Wondering what others are doing with their nonprofit annual reports ?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 2, 2019

Allison Fine, my co-author for the Networked Nonprofit , and I are actively researching the use of AI for Good, in particular to scale giving and to spread generosity. What about your nonprofit? Want to better understand the use cases for AI and nonprofits in fundraising, programs, and other areas? AI4GOOD NONPROFIT READS.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

An expert in her field, Lori has several decades of experience working with some of the largest commercial and nonprofits in the world, but prefers to use analytics for the greater good by helping social good organizations make a bigger impact in the work that they do. The economy is complex, and uncertainty is high. Follow the Leaders.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 16, 2024

Nonprofit leaders managing both types of fundraisers need to equip and motivate everybody throughout the campaign. According to the 2022 Blackbaud Luminate Online Benchmark Report , the annual value of a sustainer is four times greater than a one-time donor. Professional fundraisers need to cover all the details to meet their targets.

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