Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 6, 2023

A well-crafted year-end fundraising plan helps nonprofits define clear and specific fundraising goals, identify potential donors, and tailor their messaging better to resonate with their supporters. Keep one calendar updated with all scheduled communications on each channel to ensure variation and adequate time between each outreach.

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Achieve

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In this guide, we’ll walk through three key social media fundraising metrics, as well as how you can improve them: Social Media Engagement Rate Conversion Rate Social Media Return on Investment Ready to tap into the full potential of social media fundraising?

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Social Media Metrics North Carolina Media 52

DNL OmniMedia

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Using that knowledge, we’ve created this guide to help your team understand major gift KPIs, the metrics you should be tracking, and the top tips to do so successfully. You’ll explore major gift metrics through the following guide: Overview of Major Gift Fundraising Data. 3 Tips to Track Major Gift Metrics More Effectively.

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sgEngage

MARCH 15, 2024

The goal is then to turn those data insights into actionable tasks. If you are not sure which metrics are essential or how to convert your data into something stakeholders can grasp and absorb, start simply by setting clear goals. Your team can decide which data points and KPIs matter most to your strategy and your mission.

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Association Analytics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Strategic Goal – describe a goal for improving results in each of your business areas. These could be qualitative or specific metrics or KPIs. The Collective Power: Analytics Benefits Everyone Unified Goals and Amplification: Analytics isn’t just beneficial for one team; it’s a benefit for all.

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Analytics Analysis ROI Associations 169

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Are you ready to hit your goals in the New Year? You’ll discover the top membership trends of 2024. 5 membership trends to prepare your association for success in 2024 Get ready to hit your membership goals and exceed expectations. Those who have used it report higher loyalty metrics. 2024 is right around the corner!

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NTEN

JANUARY 25, 2022

This evaluation process involves all three equity committees, including board, community, and staff. This year, implementing the new concurrent and holistic committee application process resulted in a more accessible and streamlined experience with more community members on NTEN committees than ever before. 2022 focus. 2022 focus.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Company leaders, on the other hand, know the value of retaining employees, boosting their company’s reputation, and impacting their community. Your company might choose one program to participate in or several, depending on your goals and available resources. We’ll cover the following topics: What is workplace giving?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 3, 2024

As a nonprofit organization, securing funding is essential to fulfilling your mission and driving meaningful change in your community. This shift has allowed nonprofits to focus more on their mission and less on administrative work, leading to better management of grants and more positive change in communities.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 19, 2024

In the realm of nonprofit organizations, effective data management is essential for optimizing resources, enhancing donor relations, and achieving mission-driven goals. This has empowered us to make data-driven decisions that have enhanced our impact in the communities we serve.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 16, 2022

Imagine what your organization could accomplish in 2022 if you began each initiative with clean, streamlined donor records that record donations from your online forms and update automatically , an arsenal of canned reports to track key metrics, and a solid plan to prioritize each donor segment individually. Winter 2022-2023.

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

Nonprofit marketing refers to all of the different strategies your organization uses across the various channels of communication to spread awareness about your cause and gain new supporters for your mission. Nonprofit marketing goals often focus around building recognition, fostering community, and increasing your funds raised.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 23, 2022

According to Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study, while data analytics is a higher priority for organizations, just one-third of association professionals report their data is excellent or very good. It could be as simple as an organization is yet to set any goals, visions, or KPIs for its data.

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Data Organization Associations Analytics 140

Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 14, 2010

You can see the full collection, and how they were voted on by the community here: [link]. The Value-add of Crowdsourcing: For me, the two biggest reasons to include crowdsourcing in your strategic design of community building or contests are: Crowdsourcing invites diversity by encouraging anyone with an idea or interest to participate.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Before you begin any project involving data analysis, start by clearly outlining your goal so you know which metrics to analyze. First, we’ll cover how to determine your goals for your monthly giving program. When laying out your goal, consider following the SMART model for goal setting. Determine your objectives.

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Analytics Data Giving Metrics 52

Care2

MAY 31, 2013

During our discussion, Jessica and I talked about nonprofit and political campaigns obsession with vanity metrics. As social media becomes a bigger part of our online communications and outreach, the nonprofit and political campaign community has become way too focused on numbers rather than real engagement.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 30, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good.  Check out our last installment here ! Andrea Bastiani Archibald, Ph.D. ,

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Because of the high – profile nature of #GivingTuesday, m ember donors are more likely to give to causes on the day. Ensure your association celebrates GivingTuesday 2022 and meets your fundraising goals too. Share why their gifts are important, what goals your organization is trying to reach, and include any donation metrics.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 3, 2020

In fact, companies with digitally literate board members significantly outperformed their peers on key metrics. All this technology and data have made it possible for nonprofits to use a range of metrics to measure growth and performance. KPIs Start with Goals. Not all metrics are KPIs. What is a KPI? It’s pretty simple.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 18, 2011

The first time I focused on DIY Community Engagement Metrics and shared lots of templates and examples. This time around, my topic was Crowdsourcing vs Community-Sourcing, answering questions about the difference is and what the opportunities are for organizations looking to get connected outside their organization.

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Difference Community Case Study Slides 276

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2019

Does it still reflect your mission, purpose, strategic goals, and the ways your audiences use the internet? But as smartphone ownership expanded in low-income communities, HSNY saw a shift in site visits. “We We work quickly to create and disseminate content, and look at metrics on our various digital platforms.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

Whether you were here in Toronto or not, I’d love to hear your ideas, feedback, and goals for change! Technology and Community: Strategic Options for Movement Building. How many people hear that word and think it is just as generic as the word community? Your organization has goals, too. What is a movement?

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

According to the Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study, over half of association professionals say investing in business intelligence and data analytics is a top priority, yet only one-third would rate their organization’s data as excellent or very good. What is the state of your association’s data? Use the best tools.

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Associations Data Benefit Practice 136

Non Profit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In an effort to turn this trend around, the MacArthur Foundation unveiled in September 2023 the Press Forward initiative, a coalition of 22 founding donors set on “strengthening communities and democracy by supporting local news.” 500 million is the starting number, it’s not the end goal,” affirms Im.

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

These will support your business case by aligning with your goals: Consistent, trusted data with standard interactive reports using a common language that employees throughout your organization easily understand – all in a secure data warehouse. This will align the organization by having clear success metrics and KPIs.

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Analytics Language Associations Case Study 169

Candid

AUGUST 23, 2023

A successful nonprofit strategy is all about getting critical resource decisions right to achieve organizational goals. Additionally, it should build on the unique skills and capabilities the organization brings to a community or field. What impact goals will we hold ourselves accountable to over the next three-five years?

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San Francisco Nonprofit Metrics Boston 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

I’ve been reading Social Media Metrics Secrets by John Lovett who is a senior partner at Web Analytics Demystified where Eric T. One point that he keeps making over and over: Metrics must have meaning or else they’re just numbers. Peterson is the founder and senior partner. Click for larger image.

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Metrics Social Media Media Social 101

Amy Sample Ward

JULY 29, 2011

I recently had the opportunity to present a webinar for the National Center for Media Engagement , focused on community-driven engagement, and present a session at the Public Media Development and Marketing Conference , talking about building a social media strategy. Defining Community. Engaging Community.

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sgEngage

MARCH 18, 2024

These challenges, however, present opportunities for innovation and positive change, including increased collaboration among funders, a focus on community-driven solutions, and a willingness to engage in difficult—and meaningful—conversations about privilege and power.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

It’s an ideal community to connect co-workers, influencers, donors, and corporate sponsors. Content that focuses on thought leadership, rather than inspirational storytelling, best serves the tone of the LinkedIn community. Breaking news that communicates the story of your mission and programs. For example: 1.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 2, 2023

Understanding Program Management Statistics Whether you’re assessing future needs or composing an annual report to share with donors, funders, and community members, conducting impact assessment is crucial for tracking progress and driving continued on-the-ground impact. Project your future needs and allocate resources accordingly.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 8, 2014

dollars raised) are the most commonly used metric for evaluating fundraising staff, but they are not the only metrics that we as managers should track. Learn more about fundraising and metrics through NMI! Of course, a metrics tracking system is only as good as the incentives that drive employees to use it. Get another!

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Metrics Fundraising Evaluation Measure 68

sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2024

Sourcing guest speakers and collaborators for your podcast provides an opportunity to strengthen your relationships with other nonprofit professionals in your community, even if they don’t end up becoming a guest speaker. Connect with nonprofit professionals. What unique perspectives can we offer?

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

We’ll also be sharing the important metrics you need to keep an eye on to measure your performance. This strategy will encompass tailored activities, communication channels, and personalized interactions aimed at making their members more satisfied and encouraging them to contribute to the organization’s mission.

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Forum One

OCTOBER 17, 2023

With powerful tools to explore and analyze the data, the City Health Dashboard is today a highly-regarded one-stop resource for comprehensive, reliable, and actionable data to help America’s cities build healthier and more equitable communities. By viewing projects as products, it becomes easier to track usage or feedback metrics over time.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 27, 2015

Methods and Metrics for Assessing Civic Tech, Guest post by Anne Whatley, Network Impact. Digital technologies are connecting residents in neighborhoods, catalyzing community discussions, changing the way governments and citizens interact, and making government more transparent. Hone in on your true scope of influence.

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Metrics Method Tech Government 50

Greater Giving

MARCH 12, 2024

A well-crafted fundraising plan can be the difference between exceeding your goals and falling short. Setting the Foundation: Mission and Goals Mission: Start by clearly defining your mission statement. ” Goals: Establish specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals for your fundraising plan.

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