Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Specifically, you’ll learn about Horwath’s Strategic Quotient (SQ) , a validated assessment tool which evaluates an individual’s ability to lead and think strategically. The SQ evaluates a leader’s current mindset and behaviors using the “3A Framework” – acumen, allocation, action. There’s no better time than now to read this book.

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Deborah Elizabeth Finn

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

The origins of some foundations’ wealth, which in some cases includes slavery and other forms of exploitation. Unicorns Unite: How nonprofits and foundations can build EPIC Partnerships. In the March Toward Equity and Justice, Foundations Need to Remember: It’s Not Our Money to Control. Here are 6 ways it could go.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Together, the data from analytics and user feedback can help inform improvements, structure, and enhancements to your redesigned website. Here’s an example of how to structure your scoping document outline: About the Organization. This information will help you understand what people think and how they feel about your website.

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Bonterra

APRIL 11, 2024

Plus, help your staff easily and efficiently manage projects with Learn more “Having enough funds to truly invest in a robust research and evaluation system like we have allows us to continue to get bigger opportunities because we have better data to show for it.” Request a demo

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sgEngage

AUGUST 9, 2022

Years ago, I worked on a project where I was hired to interview about 75 different foundations in one state. These included all types of foundations, large to small, family-run, disease-related, corporate-operated. Do you know the one thing that nearly every foundation representative shared? Collaboration in a Crisis.

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Qgiv

JULY 17, 2023

With that, here are three starting points for activating DEI in your organization: Provide the tools Normalize feedback Evaluate and Reevaluate 1. The foundation of this skill set is the ability to give and receive feedback. Provide the tools Offer folks training to increase their skills so they can hold conversations about DEI.

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Activities Active Activism Organization 97

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 12, 2011

This week I attended Center for Effective Philanthropy’s conference “ Better Philanthropy: From Data to Impact &# where I participated on a discussion panel about social media, foundations, and grantees. He also added that it is important to have structured information. The last evaluation of this work was a decade ago.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 11, 2024

Presentation Ready is divided into three sections: Building your case – the foundation of your persuasive arguments and content. The book’s material will help you quickly evaluate challenges in your presentations and make simple corrections that can expand your influence and generate better outcomes.”

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Specifically, you’ll learn about Horwath’s Strategic Quotient (SQ) , a validated assessment tool which evaluates an individual’s ability to lead and think strategically. The SQ evaluates a leader’s current mindset and behaviors using the “3A Framework” – acumen, allocation, action. There’s no better time than now to read this book.

Leadership 58

Leadership Evaluation Brain Business 58

Connection Cafe

APRIL 25, 2017

Data champions —whether inside a nonprofit organization or a foundation—know that data on its own doesn’t accelerate impact on its own. This helps provide a platform for foundations and nonprofits to partner more closely on achieving intended outcomes together.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

We listened to the "rising voices of the people we serve" as a foundation staffer framed it recently. Corporate Delegation and Oversight, Organizational Structure (5 percent). Data Handling, Overview, Measurement, Evaluation and Reporting (4 percent). MacArthur Foundation and an award from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

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Candid

MARCH 9, 2022

Toledo-Lucas County Public Library (TLCPL) has been part of Candid’s Funding Information Network since 1980, providing local nonprofits and the public with access to Candid’s resources, including Foundation Directory, for free. Candid: How does your library support the work of nonprofits in the community? Zach: Get a library card! ??

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Today, knowledge work is coming into fashion in foundations and the nonprofit sector. Professionals tasked with a knowledge role often organize what feels like chaos—to create structure and focus attention on the most important information. Philanthropy loves “new” things. Whether knowledge is spoken or not, it is public.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Your work behind the scenes is to establish a structure—plans, systems and processes—by which the nonprofit may reach its advancement goals. Demographics: Foundations and corporate funders will want to know who is benefiting from your nonprofit’s services. Organized recordkeeping is key. Do you serve K-12 students? Senior citizens?

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

But first, you need to build a solid foundation so your nonprofit will thrive, not struggle. Build a solid foundation. To start a nonprofit and have the biggest impact, you have to build a solid foundation. Here are the 6 tasks you MUST do to create a solid foundation for your new nonprofit: . Recruit your first Board: .

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Since then, Candid has been evaluating the way we identify this type of giving, both going forward and looking back over the last decade. underlying systems and structures that?generate This data includes giving by foundations, corporations, and high-net-worth individuals. generate and?reinforce reinforce racial inequality.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Through an internal compensation review, as well an external one to benchmark against market rates, we are actively evaluating our current salary structures to ensure that they are equitable across the organization. We’ll evaluate practices and processes to see what’s working and what needs to be improved or done differently.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 30, 2020

with support from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Organizations need to have structures and policies to support and enhance an individuals work/life balance and enable healthy technology use habits including a right to disconnect from the workplace. Organizations should protect against the ‘datafication’ of workers and work.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 12, 2017

Scalable programs should be based on a strong theory of change or logic model, clearly linking program inputs to outcomes in a way that can be tested and evaluated to determine actual effectiveness. Organizations should examine their own structure and capacity. The Evaluation Exchange , 15(1), 4–6. Who is involved?

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Forum One

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Who you speak to and how you structure your research has a big impact on the findings you gather and insights you can take action on. In this session, we’ll discuss what inclusive research looks like and give you concrete tips for how you can ethically structure your research to ensure you’re designing impactful solutions for your audiences.

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Qgiv

MARCH 11, 2024

How to start a nonprofit: first steps How to start a nonprofit: build a strong foundation How to start a nonprofit: file the paperwork What is a nonprofit organization? Selecting the right software tools for fundraising, donor management, volunteer coordination, and program evaluation can help you streamline processes and maximize efficiency.

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sgEngage

MAY 25, 2023

The Funder’s Role in Risk Funders—by which I mean donors, foundations, impact investors, and government agencies that grant financial support—disincentivize risk in a few ways. For example, I was working with a small community foundation and they put out a call for “innovative proposals.”

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 1, 2024

This might involve establishing data models and structures that allow you to standardize information from a variety of sources, validating that information, appending your data with additional details, and prioritizing data security. 6 Steps to Get Started Take these steps to build a solid foundation for your data warehousing journey.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 31, 2011

When the issue of interest moves from measurement for accountability/compliance to #evaluation for learning from Karcsig. I may start with numbers, but the process of collecting anecdotal information or stories in a structured way from your audience/stakeholders can help you generate insights about what those numbers actually mean.

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Blue Fox

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

On the other hand, if you were writing a grant for the expansion of your K-12 programs, you could evaluate the estimated cost of that expanded reach based on the annual spend in that class. By the way, we love our clients !! How game-changing would this type of reporting be for you? Imagine the possibilities.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 23, 2023

According to a report by the Charity Science Foundation, statistical trends have suggested that for many organizations, the ratio may be closer to 90/10. If you have had issues fundraising in the past, consider evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of your previous efforts.By Do you have enough resources to fund a program?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 23, 2012

Note from Beth : This is an ongoing series from the Organizational Effectiveness Program team at the Packard Foundation about developing their program funding strategy in an open way or what has been dubbed “Learning In Public.” Guest Post by the Packard Foundation OE Team.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

Foundation and corporate giving are also projected to increase. to raise $1), business and/or foundation grants ($0.20 It’s a good time to evaluate where you may have gaps in your technology. ACTION: Commit to making your website the foundation of your marketing and online fundraising strategy. and +11.9%). to raise $1).

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 2, 2021

Experts are not sure when it will be safe to hold large gatherings again, which hinders nonprofits that rely on an events-based structure to generate donations. It is best to take the time to plan and evaluate issues before making a debut in the marketplace. How to start a social enterprise.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 18, 2012

Note from Beth : In March, I had the pleasure of co-presenting at the GEO Conference (Grantmakers for Effective Organizations) with Kathy Reich, Director, Organizational Effectiveness Program at the Packard Foundation and Jared Raynor, Director of Evaluation at TCC Group, that helped OE analyze its “goldmine” of grantee data.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 15, 2023

To ensure that your money is going to the right places, use tools like Charity Navigator , Candid (formerly GuideStar) ,and TEOS (tax-exempt organization search) to evaluate the legitimacy and impact of the organizations you’re donating to before you give.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 31, 2014

This software includes assessment tools for evaluating students’ ability to problem solve, explain the relationships in complex systems, and comprehend informational texts and diagrams. One infamous example is Foldit , a protein-folding puzzle game that crowdsources potential real-world protein structures and solutions. Around Gender.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 5, 2020

There is evidence that millennials thrive in flatter organizational structures with shared governance and peer to peer collaboration. Leaders should evaluate work schedules as a tool to improve retention among millennials. Leaders should evaluate what programs are feasible that promote health and wellness.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 18, 2024

in 2022, making its growth faster than individual, foundation, and bequest giving. Similar to traditional sponsorship agreements, they provide a structured avenue for companies to demonstrate their CSR commitment. Giving USA 2023 found that corporate giving totaled approximately $29.48 billion in just one year.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 13, 2012

Yesterday, I participated on a session called “ Learning in Public ” with Kathy Reich, Packard Foundation and Jared Raynor, TCC Group. I often think of the above exchange when foundations talk about learning. It also sounds less costly and complicated than evaluation. ” Tin Man: ”What have you learned, Dorothy?”

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

Foundation produced these results as documented by Edelman. The Knight Foundation launched the “ Giving Day Playbook ,” a step-by-step online guide of best practices, templates, checklists, and other resources for community foundations to successfully host a Giving Day in their community.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 16, 2012

and the Rockefeller Foundation, titled: " A New Tool for Scaling Impact: How Social Impact Bonds Can Mobilize Private Capital to Advance Social Good." The intermediary only pays the return on the investment for programs that work, based on the findings of independent evaluators. The Role of Evaluation.

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