Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 5, 2024

We’ll cover five best practices you can use to improve your texting strategy and earn more for your mission: Ask every supporter to opt in. Any nonprofit can benefit from these best practices, even if you’re new to text marketing or have limited resources. Segment your list of contacts. Write tailored messages for every occasion.

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Practice Puerto Rico Fundraising Metrics 59

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 5, 2022

Nonprofit managers can show the board (and others) that the organization has maximized efficiencies by accurately measuring the amount (and types) of resources going to marketing and fundraising activities. How can you show your constituents that your organization is doing its best with what it has? How to Best Illustrate ROI.

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ROI Demonstration Metrics Analysis 329

sgEngage

MAY 30, 2024

Retaining top performers is likely a measure of your effectiveness and success in your role. What are these controllable factors, and how can you build stronger practices and habits to foster increased retention? Let’s get back to the basics with a refresh on fundamental employee retention best practices.

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Retention Management Tips Nonprofit 91

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 6, 2011

Zoetica designed and is delivering the six-month program for Theatre Bay Area , with support from the Wallace Foundation, Grants for the Arts, the San Francisco Foundation, the Hewlett Foundation and the Koret Foundation. Facebook Custom Landing Tabs + Measurement = Best Practice. Highlight A Program or Event.

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Measure Facebook Practice San Francisco 102

Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Investing in an impressive onboarding program can turn enthusiasm into effectiveness. Offer continuous learning opportunities to deepen your board members’ understanding of nonprofit governance best practices and emerging trends. Use board development programs. Start a board ambassador program. But don’t stop at day one.

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Director Guide Metrics Nonprofit 84

Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

Multiple, practical action steps are presented below to advance your fundraising based on the survey results. These action steps are designed to correspond with the developmental stage of your fundraising program. Not all fundraising programs look alike. The post starts off with general guidance.

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Action Report Practice Fundraising 75

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 28, 2013

I’ve been curating resources on nonprofit measurement over on Scoop.It, with eye towards collecting useful material related to social media and social impact measurement. Despite this, when it is times to do measurement, many feel that it is a daunting task. How can we improve our measurement practice?

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Measure Resource Miami Case Study 106

.orgSource

JULY 25, 2023

Jane and Amy shared insights about the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI into marketing programs. Keyword research—Find relevant keywords and track their performance over time. Continuous improvement—Once you’ve established SEO practices and procedures, AI tools can help you keep your site optimized for peak performance.

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Team Marketing Build Analysis 221

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

Written by Findjoo , this is the second post in a series of three about best practices in digital marketing and fundraising for membership organizations and associations. This will allow you to set-up pre-programmed responses for the most commonly asked questions. 7) Measure your social media engagement. Source: Dreamgrow.

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Social Media Associations Media Social 333

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Mastering Dashboards in Blackbaud Grantmaking: Insider Tips and Best Practices from the Experts Go beyond the typical Blackbaud University course and learn about two instructors’ favorite functionality in our grantmaking solution. You also don’t want to create an undue burden on your grantees for extensive reporting.

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Blackbaud Denver Demographics Case Study 96

sgEngage

DECEMBER 1, 2022

It’s also your chance as a foundation to see if this organization is a good fit for your program. Has this organization run similar programs in the past, with similar budgets, focus area, and geography? Does their previous experience set them up for success with this new program? Program Partners. Program Description.

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Proposal Evaluation Grant Application 88

ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 12, 2012

As part of a continuing weekly series, each Friday we invite a nonprofit scholar or practitioner to highlight a research report or study and discuss how it can inform and improve day-to-day nonprofit practice. These are just a few of the benefits practices and issues we’ll be analyzing and reporting. Stephanie La Loggia, M.A.

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Research Benefit Practice Track 84

VQ Strategies

JANUARY 22, 2024

The second playbook focuses on measuring and communicating impact in meaningful ways. Volunteer managers must communicate the impact of volunteers to gain program resources, recruit volunteers, and, ultimately, build strong communities. Sharing the positive difference volunteers make is more important than ever.

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Impact Community Free Michigan 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

“In the past year I have been struck again and again by how important measurement is to improving the human condition. You can achieve amazing progress if you set a clear goal and find a measure that will drive progress toward that goal—in a feedback loop. You use the measurement as feedback to make adjustments.

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Measure Ethiopia Summary Nonprofit 102

Saleforce Nonprofit

JULY 22, 2021

Nonprofit teams have a lot on their plates: not only do they have to run their programs as best they can to help their beneficiaries, but they have to run their internal organization also. How closely should they track those changes? Program management. How rigorous or complex should the analysis of impact data be?

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Impact Management Organization Evaluation 120

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

We talked with leaders from five organizations that manage grant funding and here are their best practices for establishing strong grant management processes. Will this help you launch a program or expand your reach? Focus on the why. Clearly communicate to staff the objectives of the grant and why you applied for it.

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Grant Process Management Tips 99

Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 4, 2024

foundationConnect enabled us to work better together — from funders and applicants to program staff and grantees, stronger connections were built within our organization. Salesforce understands the elements of your funding practices that are important to you: improved outcomes, advancing equality, and furthering your organization’s impact.

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Nonprofit Application Integration Grant 52

EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

Issue awareness is often a foundational step in advocacy work, and it’s important to make sure that your organization’s issue awareness work uses specific, measurable, actionable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals to measure progress. By meeting supporters in the moment, you have a better chance at driving them to action.

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Advocacy Generation Strategy Awareness 199

CauseVox

MAY 20, 2022

If you’re running an event- or program-specific campaign (like a peer-to-peer or a crowdfunding campaign), these are likely donation pages that won’t be directly embedded. Tracking What Matters. You’re going to want to track key performance indicators (KPIs ) that impact your bottom line. Free-Standing Campaign Donation Page.

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Donation Pledge Create Practice 52

Association Analytics

JULY 22, 2021

Even without a complete data set (which is practically unattainable), you can still do things like send renewals, get event registrations, create membership reports and raise funds for your foundation. It is good business practice to spend time managing it. Measure Progress: Stay on top of your data. Probably not.

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Data Analytics Associations Registration 169

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

The ability to track and monitor those relationships should be the #1 priority for organizations seeking to expand their donor base or increase their revenue. Individual pledge commitments or reports on pledged revenue by date, campaign, or program can be tracked easily. 3) Little Green Light :: littlegreenlight.com.

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Relationship Software Management Pledge 233

sgEngage

MARCH 18, 2024

As we look to the future, it’s essential to examine how grantmaking practices can evolve to promote greater equity and inclusivity. Most recently, many of these equity initiatives and programs are being challenged directly, on a global scale.

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Philanthropy Action Structure Law 91

NTEN

JANUARY 30, 2013

In the annual letters from Bill and Melinda Gates which was released today, measurement takes center stage. But in the past year I have been struck again and again by how important measurement is to improving the human condition.

Measure 96

Measure Ethiopia Nigeria Analysis 96

sgEngage

MARCH 7, 2024

These proactive measures will not only keep your SOA in line with the latest accounting standards but also ensure your organization’s financial health is accurately represented, fostering trust among stakeholders and supporting the sustainability of your mission. Engage with accounting professionals who specialize in nonprofit finance.

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Activities Active Activism Comparison 84

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 4, 2011

Part of my work as Visiting Scholar at the David and Lucile Packard Foundation is facilitating several peer learning groups on social media measurement. The intent is to help grantees improve their social media practice through measurement and learning. Ask: What Area Practice Do We Want To Improve?

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Measure Social Media Media Social 98

Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In this guide, we’ll provide four CRM training best practices. Data Security: Explain the measures in place to protect sensitive information and ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations, such as GDPR or CCPA. A CRM is the backbone of effective communication, engagement , and fundraising strategies.

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Training Train Team Data 52

Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Here at Bloomerang , we specialize in volunteer management tools that help organizations develop impactful volunteer programs. Keeping your volunteers happy, motivated, and engaged in your organization’s mission is a key part of longer-term volunteer retention and program success. WHAT do they need or want from your program?

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Volunteer Strategy Organization Metrics 95

Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 10, 2022

With 28 sessions across five content tracks, you will find thought-provoking discussions, practical takeaways from your peers, and have questions answered in real time by Salesforce product experts. So we’re excited to invite you to the second day of programming, designed for networking, hands-on training, and deep-dive workshops.

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San Diego Ukraine Virtual Nonprofit 106

DipJar

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Whether your nonprofit is working to improve volunteer management or the success of your community outreach programs, you’re likely considering the impact of your planned or existing actions. . Impact metrics are vital to: Identify program gaps and areas of need within your organization. Set goals and track progress over time. .

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Metrics Impact Guide Literacy 52

Tech Soup

MARCH 4, 2016

" It means investing with purpose to achieve specific, measurable outcomes and impact. In the impact investing model, when we give to a cause, we should see specific and measurable returns in the form of social change. 3 Reasons You're About to Be As Excited About Outcomes Measurement As I Am. How did I get here?

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Measure Taxonomy Blackbaud Language 36

Volunteer Hub

MARCH 21, 2023

So, you’ve been tasked with running a volunteer program. Running a successful volunteer program means managing a lot of moving parts. Your Responsibilities Running a Volunteer Program Your goals, responsibilities, and schedule largely depend on your volunteer program, but, chances are you wear many hats.

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Volunteer Management Software Database 82

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 3, 2010

While people are asking questions and sharing resources not related to the monthly theme (this month is measurement), quite a few are. The Social Media Measurement Checklist. The Challenges of Measurement : Getting Agreement on What To Measure. The Challenges of Measurement : Getting Agreement on What To Measure.

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Measure Social Media Media Benchmark 101

Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Programs and Services: Description of the nonprofit’s activities and how they align with its mission. Strategic Goals and Objectives: Specific and measurable targets the nonprofit aims to achieve. Evaluation and Impact Measurement: Methods for assessing the effectiveness and impact of nonprofit programs.

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Guide Business Support Metrics 52

sgEngage

JANUARY 22, 2024

It was a comprehensive process including an open-call part 1, an invitation-only part 2, a site visit for finalists, and a presentation highlighting best practices. Our review discussions became more interesting, and the impact of the entire program was strengthened. Track those and make it easy for reviewers to check those boxes.

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Question Application Reflection Philanthropy 90

Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

Hard skills are measurable technical skills or certifications such as CRM management proficiency. Soft skills are typically shown through previous experience and hard skills can be measured through technical assessments. Offer a skills testing assessment to measure a candidate’s capabilities.

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Strategy Interview Skills Retention 52

Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

Hard skills are measurable technical skills or certifications such as CRM management proficiency. Soft skills are typically shown through previous experience and hard skills can be measured through technical assessments. Offer a skills testing assessment to measure a candidate’s capabilities.

Strategy 52

Strategy Interview Skills Retention 52

Candid

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

This shift was marked by commitments of increased funding, greater flexibility in grantmaking practices, and a focus on social and economic systems transformation. My many years of experience collecting and analyzing data as an evaluator naturally lead me to ask: What has been the measurable impact of this important shift?

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Data Support Demographics Evaluation 59