ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 18, 2022

Despite these challenges, nonprofits still have the power to appropriately respond to these circumstances and ensure that they continue delivering mission-focused results. Effective service delivery and adherence to mission requires nonprofit leaders to commit to outcomes.

Measure 52

Measure Culture Arizona Evaluation 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Share the real stories behind your organization’s work, the impact you’ve made, and the challenges you face. Recognize their contributions and acknowledge their role in your mission’s success. Share financial reports, impact assessments, and breakdowns of where the funds go. Don’t fake it.

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Social Media Organization Media Fundraising 247

Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Today, Salesforce.org is excited to announce the release of the Salesforce.org Community Impact Report 2022. In our fifth annual report, we highlight how our customers are using the resources provided by Salesforce.org and our partners to create and amplify their social impact. Our customer impact is our shared impact.

Report 65

Report Impact Community Evaluation 65

ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The nonprofit sector is not the first or last entity shifting through the issue of impactful diversity, inclusion and equity within its organizations. Board diversity is an essential tool in broadening the impact of DEI in the nonprofit sector. Nonprofit performance increases with a board's high regard for the field being impacted.

Kansas City 52

Kansas City Impact Kansas United States 52

.orgSource

MARCH 28, 2023

A new threat is building in the wake of every previous challenge. Learn Through Challenge Resilience goes beyond successfully recovering from a setback. What factors are driving uncertainty and how impactful could they be? What are the potential short, mid, and long-term impacts? CEOs must be role models for their teams.

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Milwaukee Wisconsin Associations Lesson 221

.orgSource

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Nancy MacRae, CEO at the Emergency Nurses Association and Kristine Hillmer, President and CEO of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association , steered their members through the challenge. Civic and government partners played pivotal roles in their ability to provide that support. Ongoing cross-functional activities that deliver lasting value.

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Milwaukee Wisconsin Collaboration Associations 221

sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

If we had known the full consequences of Steve Jobs showing us that first iPhone on stage in 2007 and its impacts on our lives, attention, interactions, children, environment, physical and mental health, what hard questions would we have asked? We didn’t ask.

Generation 96

Generation Education Blackbaud Model 96

Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Today, Salesforce.org is excited to announce the release of the Salesforce.org Community Impact Report 2021. Our fourth annual report shows how our customers are using the resources Salesforce.org provides to create and increase their social impact. Our Approach to Social Impact. We work to close the impact gap in three ways: 1.

Report 52

Report Impact Community Evaluation 52

.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

Now that remote work makes a casual stroll through the cubicles challenging, I suggest an intentional approach. Make time to audit the impact working from home is having on your organization. Then, as you learn more about their challenges and opportunities, you can narrow the scope. Include both senior and junior staffers.

Team 221

Team Evaluation Attitude Interview 221

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

New Year's Resolutions for leaders : Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

Mentoring 96

Mentoring Policy Review Technique 96

DipJar

JANUARY 23, 2023

However, it can be challenging to find the right starting point. The Benefits of Matching Donations The Challenges of Matching Donations How to Receive More Corporate Matching Gifts A solid corporate giving strategy can take your cause to new heights. Here’s what we’ll cover: What Is Donation Matching? Let’s dive in!

Donation 52

Donation Impact Guide Ratio 52

sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Among grantmakers, there tends to be a lot of focus on impact and outcomes, as well as metrics to measure impact. Our intention is to understand whether grants have had the impact we envisioned. A way that can be more fair, improve the institution of philanthropy, and deliver a shared and flexible understanding of impact.

Participatory 84

Participatory Evaluation Empowerment Grant 84

sgEngage

JULY 20, 2023

Impact numbers are a great way to demonstrate the positive changes your organization has provided. But, to the outside world, impact numbers can be challenging to conceptualize. That’s why we recommend contextualizing your impact numbers with a powerful story.

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Storytelling Impact Help Demonstration 62

Bloomerang

JUNE 22, 2023

Nonprofit organizations rely on the commitment and active engagement of their board members to make a significant impact in their communities. Finally, attending the annual meeting for two hours is essential to staying updated on organizational achievements, challenges, and future plans.

Difference 94

Difference Influence Demonstration Nonprofit 94

VQ Strategies

DECEMBER 14, 2020

As we wrap up all four of these cohort-based engagement initiatives as 2020 ends, we were a bit unsure of what outcomes to realistically expect, given all the challenges posed by the Coronavirus pandemic. Why were they successful even amid one of the most challenging years in nonprofit history?

Volunteer 98

Volunteer Roles Lesson Training 98

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

While grant funding may not require the continual stewardship efforts and nurturing of traditional donor-led funding, it often presents its own challenges: extensive reporting mandates, a list of requirements to qualify for funding, and the possibility of mission creep to meet those requirements. Communicate outcomes. Seek clarity.

Grant 93

Grant Process Management Tips 93

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Nonprofits play a critical role in addressing societal issues, but their effectiveness often hinges on the strength of their leadership, especially the board. They can improve engagement, performance, governance, and fundraising skills — all of which can propel the organization to the next level of impact.

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Facilitation Search Local Hunger 88

sgEngage

APRIL 11, 2023

No matter the scale of your organization, an effective data governance framework is necessary to communicate your impact clearly to grantmakers and donors alike. They each play a role as collectors of information and stewards of data security. This is what will enable you to achieve your outcomes and measure your impact.

Government 80

Government Data Adopt Change Management 80

sgEngage

JUNE 9, 2023

Grant management is the comprehensive process of overseeing all activities related to grants: from identifying recipients, to awarding funds, to reporting on outcomes all while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Table of Contents Grant Lifecycle Who Handles Grant Management for Grantmaking Organizations?

Grant 52

Grant Management Award Evaluation 52

Bloomerang

MAY 16, 2023

While many board members give freely and openly of their time and talents, getting board members to engage in fundraising can be challenging. At least 20 minutes of the agenda should be dedicated to education and training, such as role-playing exercises, making calls to donors, or even guest facilitators.

Fundraising 100

Fundraising Philanthropy Training Train 100

sgEngage

MARCH 21, 2024

Any major project—such as implementing new fund accounting software—needs a well-developed charter to keep stakeholders focused on the goals and desired outcome. What is the impact of the problem? What is the impact of the problem? Project Team List the names, titles, and respective roles of your core project team.

Project 91

Project Fund Software Help 91

Media Cause

OCTOBER 14, 2023

When timelines are being met, challenges that arise are being navigated with ease and wisdom, and communication flows consistently and clearly between a nonprofit and a marketing agency, thank a project manager. A project manager’s objective is to navigate each of these moving parts and steer the project toward its desired outcome.

Project 59

Project Management Facilitation Collaboration 59

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

Mentoring 80

Mentoring Policy Technique News 80

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Depending on your perspective, one of the most thrilling or terrifying realities of making a request for time, talent, and treasure is that you really never know the outcome. Attitude plays a huge role in determining how successful solicitors will be. Every day should be welcomed as an opportunity to learn more about fundraising.

Fundraising 95

Fundraising Attitude Arts Causes 95

sgEngage

MARCH 19, 2024

In a culture that supports innovation, everyone feels encouraged and confident to brainstorm, introduce new ideas, ask questions, and start conversations in order to identify opportunities for enhanced impact. Ultimately, you will be able to strengthen the impact your mission has on the people and communities you serve.

Culture 81

Culture Create eBook Attitude 81

sgEngage

OCTOBER 18, 2023

If we know that the social impact sector can thrive with flexibility and that trust is ideal, why do we still fall short? I’ve, thankfully, also felt the frustration of being limited in the available amounts and bureaucratic processes to deploy funds and relished in witnessing amazing impact within the community.

Grant 82

Grant Foundation Philanthropy Application 82

DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 1, 2024

Nonprofits collect and generate vast amounts of data, ranging from individual donors’ contact information to program outcomes, but they often struggle with organizing and utilizing the information effectively. This is why data warehouses can have such a significant impact on nonprofits. Monitor program impact.

Data 52

Data Guide Proposal Nonprofit 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 17, 2012

Meet Bib Filbon and Jeff Bladt who have the job title, “Data Scientist,” and are on staff at DoSomething.Org. They work in partnership with DoSomething’s program staff to collect, analyze, and make sense of data to improve impact of DoSomething’s programs. What is funder’s role to support good measurement?

Measure 99

Measure Roles Support Literacy 99

Bloomerang

MARCH 4, 2024

Optimize campaigns: Identify what works and what doesn’t so you can fine tune your efforts for maximum impact. Measure Impact: Link fundraising successes to specific projects or programs, showcasing the tangible outcomes made possible through donor support.

Report 60

Report Effective Fundraising Template 60

Volunteer Hub

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Here is an example: Reinforce Your Mission & Desired Outcomes. Reinforcing your mission and the role a volunteer will play in reaching it should be a part of each opportunity description. Outside of reinforcing your mission, communicating your desired outcome of each volunteer opportunity is also critical.

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Volunteer Tips Registration Picture 126

ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 3, 2020

Implementing strategic engagement initiatives designed to leverage the assets of volunteers expands a nonprofit’s ability to maximize its social impact. Volunteers with leadership potential should be identified and empowered to take on larger roles. Engage volunteers as advocates. Conclusion.

Volunteer 69

Volunteer Impact Strategy Arizona 69

Achieve

OCTOBER 9, 2016

Your supporters don’t want to know about how you’re going to boost the reach and impact of your communications. The points above underscore the important role individual supporters play in the change process. Creating a “Challenge” Narrative for Supporters. There are people ready to meet that challenge.

Challenge 52

Challenge Strategy Participatory Roles 52

sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2024

To learn more about knowledge work and its role in grantmaking, check out the post Beyond the Newest Philanthropy Buzzword: Knowledge Work is Core to Equitable Change. We make information into data when we explicitly attach it to a question and explicitly or implicitly connect it to an approach for making sense of it.

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Data Knowledge Philanthropy Policy 99

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Faced with an outdated donor management system, they needed a modern solution capable of meeting the evolving demands of fundraising and adapting to a remote work environment—a challenge prevalent across the educational sector. Here, CRM systems play a crucial role. CRM data empowers you to base every decision on solid evidence.

Education 77

Education Fundraising Integration Nonprofit 77

Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

Overall, consider the intended outcome of your advocacy efforts and all the steps needed to achieve that outcome. As you tailor each one, you’ll need to consider how any changes will impact the other. It can sometimes be difficult to find trusted individuals to fill a campaign’s leadership roles. Present a conflict.

Advocacy 130

Advocacy Campaign Tips Storytelling 130

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Healthcare nonprofits today face a challenging landscape where balancing donor management and fundraising is critical—because the journey of nurturing relationships with donors is as critical as the healthcare services you provide. CRM systems play a pivotal role here. The right CRM adapts to your strategy, not the other way around.

Fundraising 87

Fundraising Relationship System Integration 87

Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

Volunteering is an essential component of many nonprofit organizations, and it plays a crucial role in achieving their missions. Even though the value of volunteerism is known, creating a positive and fulfilling volunteer experience can be challenging for nonprofits. This cultivates a community of dedicated supporters.

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Volunteer Experiment Tips Training 95