Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 26, 2012

I am a big fan of actionable metrics. If the numbers you are tracking don’t give you an action, how valuable are they? For example, if you track just how many people come to your website, it doesn’t give you much action. Download ”See, Say, Feel, Do: Social Media Metrics that Matter” here. .

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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. It was a time-consuming process that was prone to mistakes, making it tough to stay organized and keep track of everything. This keeps you organized and ensures you don’t miss anything crucial.

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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? Then, multiply that number by 100.

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Social Media Metrics North Carolina Media 52

DNL OmniMedia

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

At DNL OmniMedia, we work with nonprofits just like yours to position their nonprofit tech solutions for effective fundraising data tracking. 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.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 6, 2023

Here are important factors that nonprofits should consider when developing year-end campaigns, which, if executed successfully, will further their missions and make a profound impact on the communities they serve. During a year-end campaign, it’s essential to track and analyze data from these multiple channels.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2013

For those of you who have read Social Media for Social Good and have taken my webinar on how to launch a social and mobile media strategy for your nonprofi t, you know that the core of the strategy that I advocate for is tracking and proving your success. That said, below is selection of metrics to track and a brief explanation as to why.

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sgEngage

APRIL 10, 2023

When done well, fundraisers can become beloved annual events that your community looks forward to year after year. How do you turn a standard campaign into a fundraiser your community will love? Think about the people who make up your community of donors. Simply focus your attention on donor engagement.

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Donor Community Tips Fundraising 76

Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Once you invest in some of these strategies, it’s important to track what works to engage with potential members. You can track metrics that will help you identify what’s working, including social media engagement, impressions and reach, database growth, event registration and attendance, and website visits and sessions.

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Create Strategy Associations Registration 169

Bloomerang

APRIL 17, 2024

Is your organization feeling the changes in our economy, society, and communities? You may be tracking the number of likes on a Facebook post. Choose new metrics Once you have identified the data you already have, it may be time to select new metrics that better align with your goals.

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Data Metrics Measure Goal 90

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2013

For those of you who have read Social Media for Social Good and have taken my webinar on how to launch a social and mobile media strategy for your nonprofi t, you know that the core of the strategy that I advocate for is tracking and proving your success. That said, below is selection of metrics to track and a brief explanation as to why.

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Track Mobile Media Fundraising 186

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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Marketing Guide Nonprofit Channel 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2012

The report addresses metrics for success for investing in broad field social movements or networked approaches to social change. The report lays out some new metrics for movement building – that are paths to the more easily counted tangible results and where the unit of analysis is the movement or network, not an organization.

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Metrics Fund Build Social 114

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 ! These four are key: 1. Andrea Bastiani Archibald, Ph.D. ,

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Donor Gift History Virtual 179

sgEngage

APRIL 8, 2024

Even though unrestricted funds don’t have mandates on how they should be spent, tracking and reporting on them is still important for both your donors and for your organization’s financial decision-making. Changes in your community and demand show up in your numbers. Not too many, just enough to know accurately: Delivery: what you did.

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Fund Chart Grant Report 90

Candid

MARCH 25, 2024

Do you have a track record? Foundations want to see that you’ve been operating for a while and have an established track record of effective programs. Not only do you need to explain what you’ve accomplished, you also need to provide metrics and/or anecdotal evidence that your programs are making a difference.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

Ultimately, it’s less about the amount of time and more about the consistency – and planning, tracking, and everything else! Community Map Template: [link]. Metrics Template: [link]. DIY Community Engagement Metrics. Crowdsourcing vs Community Sourcing. Sustainable Community Building.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2019

Nonprofits use CRMs to manage their donor relationships, to segment supporters by interest areas, streamline donor communication, automate fundraising, and report on outcomes to the board, donors, and community. Does the platform provide powerful tools for data analysis, insight and built-in reporting for nonprofit metrics?

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Metrics Nonprofit Profile Platform 261

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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Social Media Public Media Community 178

Association Analytics

APRIL 1, 2024

In order to track trends year-over-year, IAEE will repeat many of the same questions, adding in three or four additional questions about programs or services the team is testing. One opportunity IAEE uses for observation is a series of small group discussions called Community Buzz Hours.

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Data Strategy Associations Survey 210

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. About the Author.

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Strategy Fundraising Social Media Nonprofit 278

NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

People track performances differently. A saleswoman tracks products sold. Assessment occurs through the use of success metrics, otherwise known as key performance indicators (KPIs). Nonprofits don’t have trouble finding success metrics to use. ● You might even judge your pledge fulfillment track record.

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Metrics Track Organization Evaluation 28

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

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. Meaningful sustained giving is the product of evocative communications, out of office visits with prospective donors, and from making strategic well-planned solicitations.

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Metrics Fundraising Evaluation Measure 68

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

JUNE 6, 2011

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? To that end, siloed brands are replaced by unifying goals that rally more than select individuals but entire communities. The full keynote and presentation are below.

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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? Routinely audit your data.

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Associations Data Benefit Practice 136

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. Diversity Metrics. Constituents Served.

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Statistics Stats Program Management 52

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.” The MacArthur Foundation itself pledged $150 million to the new fund. We have a crisis in our country,” Im adds.

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.orgSource

APRIL 25, 2023

This is a unique time for the association community. If you haven’t been tracking workforce statistics, now is the time to begin. People Architecture inspires and builds innovative HR business solutions one client at a time. We are aggressively challenged to deliver value.

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Application Statistics Culture Job 221

Forum One

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Users have the ability to add profiles for newborns and keep track of key actions and data in relation to their newborn, such as weight, feeding, and skin-to-skin contact. Explore the City Heath Dashboard case study AARP Livability Index The Livability Index website and data explorer scores neighborhoods and communities across the U.S.

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Product Develop Impact Case Study 88

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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Philanthropy Action Structure Law 85

Candid

AUGUST 23, 2023

Additionally, it should build on the unique skills and capabilities the organization brings to a community or field. By engaging people, who experience your organization from different vantage points—such as staff, board, clients, funders, community members, partner organizations, and others—you can learn a lot.

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San Francisco Nonprofit Metrics Boston 98

NTEN

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

This week, as part of Member Appreciation Month, we're talking about technology that supports communications and information, so I thought I'd share some of the metrics we use to track our effectiveness that don't really warrant a complete blog post in-and-of themselves. We'd also love to hear about your favorite metrics.

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Metrics Communication Widget Aggregator 78

Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Creating a specific hashtag will set your organization’s fundraising campaign apart from other associations, and it can also help your staff keep track of your campaign on social media. Share why their gifts are important, what goals your organization is trying to reach, and include any donation metrics. Try a new campaign.

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Care2

OCTOBER 15, 2013

That’s why you need to change the way you measure social media and declare a war on vanity metrics. Social media is just one of several channels that you should be using to connect with constituents, build community, and mobilize people to work toward your goals. Why is Social Media Data Important? Is it positive? Is it hostile?

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Metrics Social Media Media Social 77

Media Cause

JULY 11, 2023

Imagine having the power to communicate your cause, connect with donors, and mobilize your community, all while saving time and resources. Moreover, automating your email marketing translates to time saved, which can be strategically invested in other crucial areas like fundraising and community building. Summarize the Year.

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.orgSource

MARCH 6, 2023

Is it possible that your community has doubts about the organization’s credibility? This metric is created by asking your constituents one simple question: “On a scale from 0 to 10, how likely are you to recommend this product/company to a friend or colleague?” It is still possible to create that community, but on a smaller scale.

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Associations Leadership Question Wisconsin 221