Nimble AMS

JULY 13, 2022

If your board struggles with the budget you’ve selected, help them to gain perspective on the importance of choosing the right AMS by connecting it to ROI. Ask yourself if realistically drafting the RFP can be an internal project or if you should hire outside help. Determine staff skills and resources for the RFP. Learn more.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 9, 2020

In fact, John Walker, an independent IT consultant with COTIQU Consulting in Australia, suggests associations should make two visits to the board: the first to present the business case and the second to discuss actual cost estimates. Step 2: Discuss the difference between ROI and TCO. The ROI belongs in the first meeting.

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Robert Weiner

APRIL 28, 2009

Today was the second session of my 2-part workshop for consultants and wanna-be consultants. John Kenyon, John Kenyon Technology Consulting. Burning Issues: Getting the word out about my new consulting practice. Employer — human resources management in hardware consulting. Presenters: Robert L. Scope-creep.

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DNL OmniMedia

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In general, a mid-sized nonprofit organization should expect to spend at least $10,000 to migrate to Salesforce, plus additional configuration, integration, and customization projects. This is also when we set goals and timelines for each subsequent stage of the project and establish a completion date.

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Consultant Nonprofit Integration Review 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

By Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier , CFRE, CNP, CNC, Executive Director of the Jordan Thomas Foundation and Owner of AQP Consulting. One of its best features is an interactive dashboard that features retention rates, improvement suggestions, and projections at the forefront. Fundraising comes down to one thing: relationships.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 3, 2023

These insights help organizations tailor their engagement strategies and ensure that your team’s time and resources go to the individuals most likely to contribute significantly⁠—which increases the ROI (return on investment) of your major giving efforts. Establish specific major giving levels and benefits.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 29, 2009

Flickr Photo by Cursed Thing Last year at this time, I was in Austin, TX doing a keynote workshop for Legal Services Corporation on the ROI of Nonprofit Technology. I still think these are components are essential and should be applied to looking at the ROI (Results on Insight) for nonprofits and social media. Do you agree?

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

The latest numbers from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP), reveal the number of donors industrywide fell for the ninth straight quarter in Q3 2023. A good consultant can build your Ask+Thank+Report+Repeat systems, allowing your staff the time for stewardship and data. Decreasing Giving and Inflation. Donors were down 7.6%

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fusionSpan

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Increased ROI – Perhaps the most critical benefit of using Salesforce Managed Services is that it can help you achieve a higher return on investment from your Salesforce investment. By ensuring that your org is being used effectively and efficiently, you can maximize your Salesforce ROI.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 21, 2009

Share Your Story: ROI, Social Media, Nonprofits. tags: nonprofits roi ). Last year at this time, I was writing the chapter on ROI in the soon to be published book from NTEN called " Managing Your Mission." Definition: An analysis that looks at the benefits, costs, and value of a technology project over time.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

My colleague Heather Cooper Johnson , Senior Principal Solutions Consultant for Fintech at Blackbaud, joined me for a webinar to discuss how nonprofit leaders can use these three initiatives to shape their futures—while stewarding donations appropriately and staying aligned to their missions.

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Digital Gartner Nonprofit Fund 71

Forum One

APRIL 27, 2023

We know budgeting for digital projects can be difficult. But understanding the true components and possibilities of a digital initiative can reveal efficiencies that save time and effort, providing a return on investment (ROI) far greater than anticipated. But the ROI can equally be higher.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Tricia Marsherall is the Founder & President of Marsherall Partners, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in nonprofit donor database management & operations support and virtual & traditional fundraising events. Consider the resources you’ll need: Is this project anything a temporary employee might be able to help with?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 23, 2009

Social Media ROI View more presentations from Deanna Zandt. The following is a talk I gave about ROI for Social Media at the 2009 Social Tech Training in Toronto, ON. Access to resources: You may not be able to fund a particular project, but do you know people who can? Measure THIS! Credit: Beth Kanter and Allison Fine.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2010

Twitter and Facebook have been crucial in recruiting new pro bono consultants and connecting with nonprofits that could benefit from our Service Grant projects. Our LinkedIn group for Active pro bono consultants is a great place where these people can connect based on a current interest—giving back using their current skills.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 18, 2013

communication, project management, and marketing. Panelists included: Danielle Siembieda, former community engagement and special projects manager for ZERO1: The Art & Technology Network in San Jose, CA. Danielle Siembieda (@art_inspector) created a project called Art Ambassadors. Ryan Biega is a. nonprofits for three years.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

For example, if you hire a fundraising consultant but that consultant does not succeed in helping your organization raise more money, you will end up overspending on fundraising. Fees paid to fundraising consultants or outsourced help like a grant writer. If you’re outside the U.S., Sending glossy, high-end print materials.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Take the time to work through the process, adding in both revenue and expense projections. Make time every day to consult your major gifts spreadsheet and check to see steps you need to take with each person on your list. Analyze every fundraising strategy you implement to determine the ROI or Return on Investment.

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NTEN

APRIL 20, 2011

And much less than that (22%) reported that their organization had ever evaluated Return on Investment (ROI) of technology projects or programs. Of the nonprofits who did not contract any IT needs to outside consultants, organizations regardless of size devoted an average of 55% of their IT Budget to staffing.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 8, 2010

One big idea was that funders should be educated about the value of nonprofits adhering to open-data formats and require that projects they fund meet certain criteria for open-data. Where are the reams of data from funders on the cost and ROI of projects they've supported? Tools Web Building.

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 14, 2007

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" The downside is that it will be another cost to worry about, another consultant/vendor to evaluate.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 6, 2011

Michaela Hackner, Project Director, Forum One Communications. Is Content Strategy a fancy term invented by consultants? Invented by consultants? Having strong, strategically designed content will maximize your web presence and provide a larger ROI. How can I justify ROI for Content Strategy to my senior management?

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 18, 2013

Examples may include complete technology changes or large system upgrades, strategic organizational planning with a third party consultant outfit or process restructuring (i.e. One tip is to create your own budget planning project plan if you are managing a lot of moving pieces and need to get a lot of buy-in before submitting.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

Many of our clients and fellow consultants working in nonprofits and in the arts were approaching the same question from different angles. Questions of measurement, ROI, and how to set goals and define success were plaguing everyone. We were surprised, overwhelmed, and delighted at the level of response to our project.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Is there a long-term need for your nonprofit, or could the issue be solved with a smaller-scale fundraising campaign or project? Requirements vary from state to state, so be sure to consult with your legal counsel to understand your registration requirements. The answer could be “both.”

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Nonprofit Files Policy Software 81

Tech Soup

JULY 22, 2011

Dr. Bansleben has been a database consultant for nonprofits for many years. The program concludes with an analysis related to data center planning and management as well as assessment of the costs and benefits associated with green IT practices while assessing the impact to the enterprise and return on investment (ROI).

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Care2

NOVEMBER 16, 2006

frogloop Home frogloop Home Receive monthly updates Subscribe to our RSS feed Follow frogloop on Twitter Most Popular Posts Social Network ROI Calculator Social Networking for Nonprofits: ROI, Tracking Tools and More "While Theyre Hot!" The downside is that it will be another cost to worry about, another consultant/vendor to evaluate.

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Consultant Social Media Myspace Advocacy 31

NTEN

AUGUST 4, 2011

Sean's post brought up some good discussion on the list from other nonprofits and consultants working on the same issue. Learn how to evaluate ROI and communicate it to nonprofit boards, funders, and non-technical nonprofit leadership staff. That wall is an obstacle to success.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 16, 2024

Strategy, Consultation, & Resources While we may not be able to offer direct consultation on your social media or marketing strategy, the good news is there are already fantastic existing resources that do this well. The list is far from exhaustive – please comment to add your own!

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 10, 2007

Also, they have a very interesting ROI calculator for social networks that is worth a look. { I’ve been reading Matt Asay’s blog on open source business models, and he has an interesting post which suggests that writing documentation is a good marketing strategy ! 1 comment… read it below or add one } 1 Sue Bennett 09.11.07

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 20, 2009

Dahna Goldstein Bev Magda I used to do technology consulting with nonprofits, and I found that the work was about 10% technology, 90% psychology. Of course, knowing that isn't enough: Anyone who's engaged in implementing technology projects at nonprofits needs a whole slew of tools to help navigate the change management waters.

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NTC San Francisco Change Management 36

Givinga

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

A standard for large corporations, workplace giving software provides a number of features businesses can use to design an effective program and improve their giving impact and ROI. Project giving impact into the market to improve competitive advantage. But can SMBs afford workplace giving software? Set a workplace giving budget.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 4, 2015

Prepare an annual ROI report. Make routine use of external consultants to infuse talent. See also: The Ask: How to Ask for Support for Your Nonprofit Cause, Creative Project or Business Venture. Establish gift acceptance policies and use them (i.e., which kind of gifts you’ll accept). A Warm Reception.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 8, 2009

You can almost visualize swarms of companies jumping off into the abyss following competitors, self serving social media consultants and momentum created by mainstream media hype, each yelling “weeeee, social meeeeeedeeeeahhhh” and then realizing (maybe too late) with wide open eyes that they’re not prepared (no social media policy, no roadmap).

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NTEN

AUGUST 10, 2009

I'll try to synthesize all the great discussion on the topics and themes we'll be looking to include in each of our 5 conference tracks: Leadership, Fundraising, Communications, IT Staff and Consultants and Program. More in-depth, financial metric focused ROI, perhaps in a Roundtable discussion format. Leadership. Change Management.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 23, 2013

” As with everything in the consulting profession, the answer is “maybe.” Those who have been through large custom build projects (or “bespoke” projects, as some of my friends call it) know these can be labor intensive, prone to risk, and come with a cost. Or even if they are.).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 3, 2008

I am just back from Legal Services Corporation and a keynote on ROI and Nonprofits. "It never ceases to amaze me how many people assess the cost and benefit of projects with accounting approaches developed in Venice in the five hundred years ago. " And, of course, such metrics are useless.

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