Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

The study aimed to get the nonprofit perspective on these two important questions: How important do nonprofits believe performance assessment is to demonstrating impact? Only 32 percent of respondents to our survey say their funders have been helpful to their ability to assess their progress in achieving their goals.

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Qgiv

JUNE 8, 2021

In terms of donor retention, FEP measures three specific donor retention rates: the overall average donor retention rate (donors of all types regardless of recency/frequency), the average retention rate of first-time donors (those who have only given one gift), and “repeat” donors (donors who gave last year and in prior years).

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

1,071 fundraising professionals were surveyed at small and medium-sized nonprofits supporting a variety of causes. Multiple, practical action steps are presented below to advance your fundraising based on the survey results. sure also to include the overhead rate of staffing and running your nonprofit. One size does not fit all.

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Action Report Practice Fundraising 74

ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 5, 2011

As part of a continuing weekly series, each Friday we invite a nonprofit expert to highlight a research report or study and discuss how it can inform and improve day-to-day nonprofit practice. Few existing empirical studies, however, have examined what affects Hispanics' decision to volunteer and what type of organizations they volunteer for.

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United States Survey Dominican Republic Volunteer 71

Tech Soup

JANUARY 20, 2012

We're very pleased to share the results of our TechSoup content survey. We surveyed the TechSoup community to learn more about the TechSoup resources they're currently using, the topics they'd like to learn about, and how TechSoup can best help them learn about nonprofit and library technology. Over 2,000 people responded.

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Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Get feedback with volunteer surveys. Studies show that in 2019 alone, corporations gave over $21 billion to nonprofits. Volunteer profiles are an important volunteer management tool , giving each of your volunteers their own dedicated space where their information can be stored and studied. Get feedback with volunteer surveys.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 18, 2023

This might include reaching a certain fundraising amount or achieving specific metrics like email open rates or donation page conversions. Direct Mail Email Events In one 2022 study , traditional direct mail sent in a letter-sized envelope resulted in a 112% ROI. Measurable: Ensure your goal is measurable to track progress and success.

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Guide Fundraising Mail Metrics 52

Achieve

JUNE 1, 2023

You might send surveys or host meetings with high-level supporters to get their input on your organization’s strategies. Assess metrics such as your email open rate or online donation rate to measure your success. Do donors like to give via cash, check, online donation, stock transfer, or some other method?

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Donation Donor Giving Demographics 52

Achieve

OCTOBER 25, 2016

A three-wave study, this second wave reveals new trends related to millennial engagement with causes during the 2016 Presidential election cycle and investigates how organizations can motivate this generation to donate their time, money or skills to their causes during election years.

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Issue Education Report Attitude 52

Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 30, 2021

Sometimes, third-party evaluation, which includes rigorous study design and statistical analysis, is required to properly understand a program’s impact. Other times, programs can achieve rigor in collecting evidence with simpler methods, such as discussing learning questions that will lead to insights on one part of an intervention.

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Integration Impact Practice Management 69

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 31, 2016

A recent study by the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) finds that 99 percent of nonprofit organizations collect feedback from the people they seek to help. They use a variety of methods including focus groups, surveys, and one-on-one conversations. The answer is…sort of…. More is Not Always Better—Evaluate Frequency.

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Lesson Philanthropy Learning Survey 50

Givinga

APRIL 6, 2021

As companies consider effective, modernized methods to connect with their employees, proactive giving plans and programs are becoming more popular – and more critical. The best giving programs are the ones with the highest rate of engagement and the ones in which employees feel most connected. Step 4: Tailor the Technology.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 11, 2013

highlight current research reports or studies and discuss how they can. However, studies reveal that most nonprofits still view evaluation as exclusively about program outputs, and they often perceive data gathering as a resource drain and distraction. Program evaluation in nonprofits survey. As part of a.

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Research Culture Evaluation Arizona 82

ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 8, 2017

According to a study of 202 organizations in the Los Angeles and Phoenix areas, organizations that reported higher board effectiveness also reported higher perceived organizational success (Brown, 2005). Nonprofit boards that are more racially diverse are rated higher on the contextual dimension (Brown, 2002). Holland, T. Larcker, D.

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Los Angeles Alexa Analysis Government 45

ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 18, 2017

A study cited by Nobel (2015) showed that individual donors are averse to funding organizations with high overhead rates. Four methods to address the challenges of slim administrative budgets are: 1. Change the unrealistic expectations of contributors.

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Fund Tucson Arizona Grant 70

Gyrus

MAY 12, 2016

According to a survey by eMarketer, 59.3 Usage of videos, podcasts, micro-blogs, diagrams, images, questions, and quizzes not only helps in increasing the participation and completion rate of training courses but also engages the learners in a better way. percent of the U.S. population used a smartphone in 2015 and a total of 1.42

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Online Learning Trend Learning Online 56

Everyaction

MAY 24, 2018

Open rates, fundraising click-through rates and page completion rates for both fundraising and advocacy all went down. Many nonprofits are harnessing this channel for sending automated voice messages, text messages, pictures, video, surveys, and more. boost in their conversion rates. High Complaints.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

In preparation, I’ve been studying the research and best practices for productive meetings. They point to one of many studies that seem to indicate that when people write notes by hand, they improve their recall and understanding of the concepts. The Buffer post points to some research about the benefits of standing meetings.

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Product Research Laptop Summary 50

ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 18, 2011

As part of a continuing weekly series, each Friday we invite a nonprofit expert from our academic faculty to highlight a research report or study and discuss how it can inform and improve day-to-day nonprofit practice. The main point of comparison is information on volunteering from the Current Population Survey (CPS), conducted by the U.S.

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Research Arizona Survey Studies 40

Connection Cafe

JANUARY 28, 2015

Smaller non-profit organization may not have the resources to hire market research consultants or conduct large-scale studies, but this doesn’t mean they can’t complete basic market research on a regular basis. The nature of the research question will determine the content of your research, and the method you use.

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Research Marketing Method Attitude 20

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 17, 2011

Mayer’s research is from the 1990s, but the finders were recently validated again in a study from Carl Wieman that college students learn more, attend class at higher rates and are more engaged in their education when teachers take a more interactive approach in the classroom. It was delivered in two sessions.

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Design Effective Experiment Learning 107

NonProfit Hub

APRIL 28, 2015

Based on a study conducted by Software Advice, NPOs are more commonly employing nonprofit-specific software to help manage their operations, fundraising and volunteers. Prospective Buyer’s Current Methods. Find the complete study from Software Advice here. The tide is turning.

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Software Data Management Organization 28

NTEN

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

million people between the ages of 16 and 64 have reported difficulty finding a job or remaining employed because of a health condition, and only 46% of people ages 21 to 64 who have some type of disability are employed, compared to an 84% employment rate for those without a disability for the same period.”. Dixon, K.A., & Van Horn, C.E.,‘Restricted

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 7, 2013

The open rate was 27% higher compared to previous campaigns and they exceeded their goal, raising over $2m, that is $300000 over their goal. So, gather data which can determine the rate of success for your nonprofit by adapting your website to a user friendly interface which will overrun all the obstacles that your online visitors met.

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Data Management Nonprofit Survey 38

ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 18, 2016

As these forms spread to other European countries, researchers began to study their effectiveness (Defourny et al., The traditional method of receiving tax-deductible donations is to file for 501(c) status with the Internal Revenue Service, an application for 501(c)(3) status designed for a religious, charitable, or educational purpose.

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Model Fund Social United States 53

sgEngage

JULY 5, 2022

The Correlation Between Matching Gifts and Retention Rates. This typically occurs at a 1:1 (or dollar-for-dollar) rate, meaning a $100 employee donation would be subject to a $100 match from the company. An organization’s retention rate is typically determined year over year. What to Know About Donor Retention.

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Retention Gift Program Donor 81

Connection Cafe

APRIL 20, 2015

My research was done via a survey directed to employees and board members of nonprofit organizations. Survey respondents also indicated what overhead rate their donors would consider the maximum acceptable amount. Three in ten respondents indicated it would be “significant,” while 34 percent felt if would have some impact.

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Time Donor Research Issue 20

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2011

There are no systems in place, no dashboards or simple collection method. Monitors feedback from target audience in real time but balances with trend or survey data. Documents quantitative results against goals and value when asked by senior leadership. Dormant: At this stage, the organization does not know where to start.

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Culture Data Measure Social Media 115

DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 15, 2024

This could include discussion forums, live chat support, or interactive polls and surveys. This can include: Traditional credit and debit card payments Direct bank transfers Mobile wallets By accommodating different payment methods, you can make it more convenient for individuals to support your cause in a way that suits them best.

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Websites Experiment Tips Poll 52

Achieve

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

By mixing up your marketing methods, you can make content that everyone will enjoy and resonate with. Your supporters will sense when you’re having fun with your digital outreach methods rather than using them to mechanically promote your organization. Keep in mind that it’s never too late to try something new.

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Digital Communication Tips Poll 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 28, 2007

There are some other methods you can use. Study those ads because they are no doubt making money. The click through rate, cost per click , and conversion goal are the best metrics in google AdWords. Resources: VolunteerMatch SalesForce/Google AdWords Case Study. " The Google AdWords software will suggest keywords.

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Adwords Google Game Campaign 69

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

But the first one that I’ve listed is the lack of a feasibility study. And I know that there are organizations out there who have not done a feasibility study and been successful. But I’m a big advocate of the feasibility study. So feasibility study is an important part. . So there’s a need.

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Campaign Video Project Process 88

Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 1, 2009

This according to The North American Technographics® Omnibus Online Survey, Q4 2009 (US), a commissioned omnibus survey conducted by Forrester’s Technographics® on behalf of Convio. Validation for the Wired Wealthy Study as well. If you are great.

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Research Online Giving Influence 31

Neon CRM

MAY 18, 2023

Common examples of nonprofit KPIs include average donation size, number of recurring or repeat donors, new donor acquisition rate, and donor attrition rate. You’ll then see higher digital retention and conversion rates. Instead, send them a donor survey soon after they’ve submitted their gift.

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Neon CRM

MAY 31, 2023

Effective donor management aims to build strong, long-lasting relationships with donors, increase retention rates, and ultimately, secure ongoing financial support for an organization’s mission and programs. By implementing these methods and strategies, your nonprofit can retain its donors and build a loyal and engaged donor base.

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Donor Management Guide Retention 52

Care2

MAY 31, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

Social Media 28

Social Media Advocacy Activities Active 28

Care2

MAY 29, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

Social Media 28

Social Media Advocacy Activities Active 28