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Data as Decision in Grantmaking

sgEngage

In philanthropy, there can also be worries of time commitment, grantee burden, complicated methods and, frankly, resources circling the drain without adding any function or value. Now add a layer in your mind showing the people represented in those circles and lines. These are opportunities for meaning making.

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Doing good with AI tools: Navigating ethical considerations for the social sector 

Candid

At an organizational level, evaluations can help to establish ethics policies for what AI can be used for and what appropriate use looks like. Candid has established AI policies for staff, one of which is that AI outputs must be verified for truth and accuracy. What can bias look like in the data?

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Participatory Grantmaking: I’m in! Now what?

sgEngage

Always be mindful of the burden you’re placing on applicants. If social justice is important to you, consider how bringing in more marginalized sectors of the community will help you support solutions, programs, or policies that work for all. Methods of participation that are easy, meaningful, and joyful.

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Year-End Reporting: Data-Driven Ways to Tell Your Story

Forum One

When it comes to your reporting strategy, it’s important to keep in mind who your key stakeholders are, and how can you package your data and results in a way that speaks to them directly. Then you can begin looking at your data with a direction and purpose in mind. Goal setting matters a lot here.

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What You Should Know if You’re Thinking of Starting a Nonprofit Organization

Bloomerang

Keep in mind that each state has different requirements; you must check with the Secretary of State for your state’s specific requirements. Establish initial governing documents and policies. . You’ll need to create Bylaws and Conflict of Interest documents and policies because both are needed for your IRS application. .

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Your Guide to Credit Card Processing for Nonprofits

Neon CRM

While previous generations might have preferred to give via check, cash, or even over the phone, those older analogue giving methods are on their way out, especially as even well-established donors switch to supporting their favorite causes online. Offering these methods is important for catering to younger donors.

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WARNING: Four trends that will shake nonprofits in 2024. Here’s how to pivot…

Pamela Grow

Your job is to figure out how to navigate policies for its responsible use, both for internal and for external communications. 70% of people agree that direct mail feels more personal than digital methods. I predict that as the AI writing apps proliferate, donor communications will become even worse than they already are.

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