Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 12, 2009

Beth Kanter tweeted about an article by Gale Berkowitz relating to evaluation, which I found really fascinating – it is a must read. to evaluation for program improvement (“What did we learn that can help us make the program better?”). But it should be. But it should be. I’ve talked about this before.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

SEPTEMBER 12, 2009

Beth Kanter tweeted about an article by Gale Berkowitz relating to evaluation, which I found really fascinating – it is a must read. to evaluation for program improvement (“What did we learn that can help us make the program better?”). Tags: Technology Zen evaluation learning Nonprofits nptech. But it should be.

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Evaluation Learning Organization Lesson 157

Candid

APRIL 10, 2024

As AI is increasingly used in high-impact ways such as writing and assessing grant proposals, how can we make sure that it is used ethically, minimizing the risk of harm? We continue to refine the data we use for training and evaluating our grants auto-coding system. The harmful impact of these early problems was clear.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 3, 2012

Consequently, nonprofit professionals should be well versed in crafting and compiling well-written grant proposals. Whether you’re appealing to the government, private organizations, individual investors, or charitable donation services, every grant proposal should include the following: Cover letter. Executive summary.

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Bloomerang

MAY 19, 2023

Readiness to apply : In order to apply for a grant, you must have the skills and capacity to develop a competitive grant proposal. Is there a person on your team with the capabilities to create a solid proposal? A grant proposal can take on many forms and each one must be individually tailored.

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VQ Strategies

MAY 17, 2023

What’s Inside the Guide: Action Steps for Funders List volunteer engagement as a funding priority Encourage nonprofits to holistically capture volunteer contributions by asking impact-driven questions in grant proposals, applications, and evaluations Ask for updates about volunteer impact and dilemmas during check-in conversations, site visits, (..)

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Bloomerang

JULY 28, 2021

This will help you discern what you really need in a consultant, how you will evaluate their suitability up front, and how you will hold them and yourself accountable throughout the project. Consultant role – Are we looking for someone to advise, analyze, diagnose, propose solutions, implement solutions, or something else?

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 19, 2024

Consider Past Performance Evaluate vendors based on their track record with similar events. Request Proposals from Multiple Event Vendors Invite multiple vendors to submit detailed proposals outlining their offerings, costs, and any additional benefits they can bring to your event. This allows for a comprehensive comparison.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Prior to soliciting proposals from vendors in a formal request for proposals (RFP), you can have informal conversations with them in a request for information or RFI process where you articulate your needs and invite them to provide feedback and express interest in your project. Step 5: Finalize a Budget and Timeline. About the Author.

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Candid

JULY 12, 2022

When approaching prospective fiscal sponsors, be ready to give a project proposal that explains: . Your project: why it’s needed and its goals, objectives, method, evaluation, staffing, and budget. . Check out our proposal writing resources for help creating your project proposal. . Have a question?

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 1, 2024

Additionally, this makes it a breeze to provide past impact reports and future projections for grant proposals. Secure board buy-in for hiring a consultant by presenting them with your purposes for working with a consultant, your proposed budget for doing so, and the ROI you expect to see from the engagement. Review their proposals.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Your proposals serve to gain their interest and “buy-in.” Before committing to a collaborative venture, you evaluate each potential partner to ensure alignment with your organization’s mission, values, and goals. Develops new programming Writing proposals introduces the opportunity for new or enhanced programming.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

The goal of the Request for Proposal (RFP) is to present your development project (or any project, really) in the context of your organization and larger goals. Quick pre-RFP conversations are very helpful for getting better quality proposals. Filter out the junk and only share the top proposals with the team. Hosting needs.

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sgEngage

JUNE 9, 2023

Pre-Award Stage Generating Grant Guidelines Developing grant guidelines requires creating a comprehensive outline of the grant’s objectives, eligibility requirements, application procedure, and evaluation metrics. This evaluation measures the program’s efficacy and the grantee’s ability to achieve the proposed objectives.

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 8, 2020

Best practices say that when you’re ready to find a new association management software (AMS) system, you should issue a request for proposal (RFP). Read on for tips to ensure your RFP drives accurate proposals and helps you find the right AMS for your organization. Proposal format/outline. Proposal due date.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

To find the right product for your needs, the best place to begin is with requirements to help you evaluate alternatives. A written list of requirements is the starting point for evaluating accounting software options. Requirements allow vendors to prepare better informed and more accurate proposals in response to your request.

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Candid

JANUARY 24, 2023

In September 2022 (and thanks to support from our Innovation Fund, which you can learn more about in Candid CEO Ann Mei Chang’s open grant report to MacKenzie Scott ), we decided to dive into creating short-form videos for social media to evaluate the potential benefits.

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Qgiv

APRIL 2, 2024

Nonprofit grant proposals can be a daunting task for fundraisers, but it’s a key way to help gain more sustainable funding for your organization. From finding the right grants to writing and applying for them, grant proposals require a lot of research and attention to detail! What is a grant proposal?

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BoardAssist

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

From Giving Back : FAQs about Joining a Nonprofit Board: How to Evaluate Your Fit with the Executive Director. Or is their background so different you feel they will see you as heartless, when you propose sticking to the budget… because the agency is operating in the red…when they want to increase expenses to better serve their consumers.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 9, 2023

Many organizations tend to provide a quick overview of how things are supposed to work without a proper system to evaluate their staff’s understanding of the proposed changes. Training as demonstration without evaluation is only an overview. A major pitfall for maintaining changes in an organization is a lack of training.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 21, 2023

Develop Your RFP Once you know the scope of your project, you can begin developing a request for proposal (RFP). An RFP is a document you will share with consultants that provides details about your project and requests a proposal for how they would go about completing that project.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

We’ll finish with 10 minutes to evaluate the brainstorming session, get clarity on points of agreement and disagreement, and discuss next steps. If it’s a significant other , maybe you’re excited they might be about to propose something helpful. Instead of saying “I have an idea,” try, “ I’d like to propose an experiment (or trial).

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Whole Whale

MARCH 24, 2021

Some foundations have open RFIs (Request for Information), open LOIs (Letter of Inquiry), RFPs (Request for Proposal) and others have open calls for applications around a campaign. Here are 13 tips for writing a grant proposal: Keep the narrative on how the world or community will be different as a result of the work.

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sgEngage

MAY 25, 2023

In grant proposals and pitches, they want you to predict the future and show how, with your eloquent promises and plans for impact, you can best provide them the assurance of certainty. For example, I was working with a small community foundation and they put out a call for “innovative proposals.” Their response in year two?

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.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

Welcome every proposal. Although this explanation sounds more like it belongs in the classroom than the office, my takeaway is the focus on uniquely human skills. An atmosphere of trust is essential both for people to challenge ideas and to brainstorm possibilities. Intimidation is Roundup for creativity.

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Deborah Elizabeth Finn

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Letting grantees lead: What we’re learning from the BUILD evaluation. Answers on grant proposals if nonprofits were brutally honest with funders. The Power of Dialogue about Nonprofit Data and Evaluation. Joint Statement of Associations Advancing Equitable Evaluation Practices. Evaluating a Culture.

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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. Are projects being designed in such a way that those who contribute to defining the issues are also responsible for the proposed solutions?

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Forum One

MARCH 7, 2023

At Forum One, of our 120 staff, 52% are women that collaborate, lead, and supervise departments at all levels, including C-Suite Leaders, Account Managers, Proposal Writers, Data Analysts, Technical Architects, Project Managers, Strategists, Communicators, Senior Developers and much more. Together we can forge women’s equality.

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Bloomerang

MAY 8, 2021

You’ve clearly already considered this by proposing turning the property into a commercial venture that would support its upkeep. That’s a good start, but you’ll want to further evaluate this proposal because it’s not a “one and done” gift where you accept a property then use it or sell it as you please.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 22, 2024

I led a group of fellow volunteers who evaluated applications from diverse organizations. Critical factors that impact decision making can be technical, such as was the proposal or report submitted on time, or did they include the attachments. Add it to your process and make sure you have the facts or data in hand.

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Bloomerang

MAY 8, 2021

You’ve clearly already considered this by proposing turning the property into a commercial venture that would support its upkeep. That’s a good start, but you’ll want to further evaluate this proposal because it’s not a “one and done” gift where you accept a property then use it or sell it as you please.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 14, 2022

annual appeal, grant proposal, special event, etc.) Systems would include (1) analysis; (2) planning; (3) execution; (4) control; (5) evaluation; (6) professional stance, and (7) ethics. As you see, you only get to the vehicles (e.g., once all the other things are in place. Dynamic Functions.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 20, 2021

More specifically, they explain how to: Evaluate what values, strengths and capabilities you bring to your role. I showed the book proposal to a senior manager, and he told me, “This is great. How you can develop new skills to increase your influence. Determine if you are in the right place to have the greatest impact.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

One tip I could have used early on was to plan and design the grant project before writing up a query letter or proposal. Once you plan your project, it will be easier to evaluate specific funding sources (our next step!) Evaluation Plan. Most funders require applicants to state the outcomes of their project in the proposal.

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

While there are many technology consultants available, take the time to evaluate what they specialize in and the services they provide. Ensure they agree with your proposed budget for consulting services and understand the potential return on investment of hiring a consultant. Create a request for proposal (RFP).

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Just because you had a great first date with someone doesn’t mean you want to propose marriage the next day. As you continue to evaluate each other, you determine your long-term goals for the relationship. It’d be like proposing marriage after one date. Let’s start with what the donors want and expect. .

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Evaluation and Impact Measurement: Methods for assessing the effectiveness and impact of nonprofit programs. Now, let’s say that, during a proposed budget review, you notice that the board has cut funding for a top-rated yearly educational program with your constituents. This also works in the inverse.

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