Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 27, 2020

spark and honey: Future of Giving Report. This report explores the question: What are the cultural shifts impacting the future of giving, and what are the critical implications and opportunities for individuals and organization now and in the future? We also talk about the risks and need for more attention on the ethics of AI.

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Association Analytics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Let’s dive into how learning analytics can drive engagement, improve course completion rates, identify gaps in learning programs, and optimize the learning experience. Example: Through a learner sentiment analysis, one association discovered that one of their courses consistently received low ratings due to challenging content delivery.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

When you hear directly from clients, you can better tailor services to their needs and preferences, which, in turn, helps increase client retention and impact. At L4G, response rates vary by collection method, from a median of 64% for in-person surveys to 32% for emailed surveys. Are the ratings worse in certain programs or locations?

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

It’s beginning to look a lot like the annual reporting season! But compiling your annual report doesn’t need to be taxing. With innovative association management software (AMS,) your staff can gather crucial member data all year long, streamlining your annual reporting process. Here’s how to get started.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 1, 2021

A major part of connecting with these individuals and optimizing the giving experience is utilizing the data you collect about their giving trends to inform your future fundraising decisions. . As a fundraising coordinator who prepares these reports, you work with this data every day. Donor data to exclude from your report.

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Association Analytics

MARCH 13, 2024

This blog provides an overview of how to establish your scoring model, establish a team of data champions, and adopt a regular reporting routine so that your association is set up for success. Since his activity is newer and more consistent, his engagement score is rated higher than Lynne’s. Do you want to improve retention numbers?

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Candid

MAY 14, 2021

percent on a year-over-year basis in 2020, even as the typical nonprofit saw a drop in fundraising revenue, a report from the GivingTuesday Data Commons finds. Based on aggregated data from seventy-four giving platforms and issue- and action-specific apps and tools, the report, Giving in Unprecedented Times: A Lookback at 2020 U.S.

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Qgiv

JUNE 8, 2021

The Fundraising Effectiveness Project recently released their 2020 Fourth Quarter Report, which examined giving trends for the entire 2020 calendar year. Compared to past years, the 2020 report was as unique as the year itself. The overall 2020 donor retention rate was 43.6%, a 4.1% The Bad News. The Good News.

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sgEngage

MARCH 15, 2024

Some examples: Employee retention rate Absenteeism rate Employee satisfaction, quantified on a questionnaire or survey Free Guide Development Plan Toolkit Download Now Utilizing Effective Data Tools Many nonprofits started out as a grassroots group with a dream and some bootstraps. How do you present nonprofit outcomes?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 16, 2022

Imagine what your organization could accomplish in 2022 if you began each initiative with clean, streamlined donor records that record donations from your online forms and update automatically , an arsenal of canned reports to track key metrics, and a solid plan to prioritize each donor segment individually. Crowdfunding. About the Author.

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Association Analytics

AUGUST 15, 2022

Who are the community influencers on trending topics? What are real-time trends and demographics of our meeting registrants? People often confuse reporting and analytics. People often confuse reporting and analytics. Reports help you understand what has happened. Visual Reporting. Look at trends over time.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Disclosure: Bloomerang is one of several software providers that helped the Fundraising Effectiveness Project collect the data analyzed in the report we discuss in this post. . You can download the report by visiting FEP’s website. In this post, you’ll learn more about two key insights from the report. Focus on midsize donors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 20, 2018

Source: Charitable Giving Report. Source: Charitable Giving Report. Source: Global Trends in Giving Report. 7) Over the last 10 years, donor retention rates have been consistently weak – averaging below 50%. Source: Global Trends in Giving Report. Source: Global Trends in Giving Report.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 15, 2023

From 2019 to 2020, 68% of surveyed nonprofits increased their fundraising revenue, according to Qgiv’s Navigating The Unknown Report. Over 50% of respondents answered that they have altered fundraising plans to combat the negative trends of the last three years. Recurring donors also have the highest donor retention rate!

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Everyaction

MAY 24, 2018

The annual M+R Benchmarks Report has arrived again, shining a light on trends that are shaping nonprofits’ digital programs. It’s clear to us from this year’s report, that digital engagement has taken some important leaps forward for nonprofits of all shapes and sizes. per dollar in online revenue.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 6, 2022

Xperience 2022, a virtual event spanning March 21-23, showcased special guests, key industry trends, inspiring stories, networking opportunities, and the latest in product innovation. During COVID-19 and in the wake of early teacher retirements, Matt Walker, Director of IT, explained that MSTA’s retention rate was declining.

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Association Analytics

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

What’s the difference between analytics and reporting? First: Reporting vs. Analytics. Reports share information on what has already happened in your business in an organized, straightforward format. You need reports to help run your business. Some examples to consider: What are the main drivers of member retention?

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Qgiv

AUGUST 18, 2023

From 2019 to 2020, 68% of surveyed nonprofits increased their fundraising revenue, according to Qgiv’s Navigating The Unknown Report. Over 50% of respondents answered that they have altered fundraising plans to combat the negative trends of the last three years. Recurring donors also have the highest donor retention rate!

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

MAY 15, 2019

Every year, nonprofit consultants M+R release their annual Benchmarks report , which provides an overview of digital trends in the sector. This year's report addressed issues such as email list growth and churn, the rise of monthly giving, and the impact of social media's peer-to-peer fundraising for nonprofits.

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NetWits

MARCH 23, 2012

We recently released the most comprehensive analysis of online giving trends in the nonprofit sector. Ok, ok … that sounds a little bit like bragging, but I promise the report is worth the read. Here’s a few of the highlights … Key 2011 Online Giving Trends Include. 2011 Online Giving Report.

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NetWits

MAY 31, 2011

Target Analytics, a Blackbaud company, has released the third edition of it’s groundbreaking research into multichannel giving trends among nonprofit organizations. This report continues to be the most significant analysis of online/offline giving trends based on actual data from nonprofits. They get worse over time.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 17, 2024

As the First Republic Bank reported, 90% of nonprofits are already collecting data ! The problem is that fewer organizations examine patterns and trends from their existing data. However, there are infinite metrics you could consider that may be about something other than employee retention or fundraising.

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Pamela Grow

APRIL 29, 2023

Their latest report showed the number of donors dropping by full 10% in 2022. And the retention of those new donors was a leading cause of the decline. The sharp decline in new donor retention, which decreased by 21.8%, represents a significant challenge to the industry. Monitor your donor retention.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 24, 2023

This is where the increasing amount of nonprofit sector research reports can help. This article will dissect the different types of nonprofit sector reports you may come across in your own research. No matter what type of report you may end up utilizing for your own work, it is important to ask a few assessment questions.

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Volunteer Hub

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

According to a recent retention report , published by the Work Institute, the voluntary turnover rate for nonprofits is around 27 percent. The same report claims that if this trend continues, the voluntary turnover rate for nonprofits could reach 35 percent by 2023.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 17, 2022

The number of job openings has been on the rise since the pandemic and continues to outpace the rate of new hires. Here are three tips to embrace a modern association management software and increase staff recruitment and retention at your organization. . Technology significantly contributes to employee satisfaction and retention.

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M+R

APRIL 16, 2024

And, finally, update your GA4 Explorations data retention settings from the default (2 months) to 14 months so this critical data isn’t being lost. Many participating organizations also were limited to pulling only the last 2 months worth of GA4 data due to the change in default GA4 data retention settings.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The trend leans heavily toward a monthly gift cadence, with 94% of recurring donors preferring to give monthly. Increases Retention Rates and Donor Life Cycle With each recurring donation, your organization may send thank-you notes with suggestions to stay engaged beyond financial support. And donors like it.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

According to the Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study, over half of association professionals say investing in business intelligence and data analytics is a top priority, yet only one-third would rate their organization’s data as excellent or very good. What is the state of your association’s data? Use the best tools.

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sgEngage

JULY 15, 2023

Donor management centers around proactively fostering relationships with donors and leveraging donor data to cultivate donor interest, maximize retention, and utilize donor resources effectively. This data allows organizations to identify trends and opportunities to optimize the donor lifecycle.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 21, 2023

Once you know what worked and what didn’t, you can start looking at the current trends in fundraising to create the best GivingTuesday campaign to maximize your donor acquisition and retention. Different platforms have unique audiences and trends for you to use to your advantage.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 7, 2022

You might even notice your member retention numbers are slipping, as individuals choose other associations with better technology to provide a superior member experience. . If you’ve seen any of these trends at your organization, you might be a candidate for a technology assessment. Survey staff. What’s working? What isn’t?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

Using the toolkit’s free Reflection worksheet, gather data on your current revenue streams, audience, donor retention rates, and more. The S&P 500 is the strongest indicator of wealth and, therefore, a direct correlation to high-net-worth giving.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

It starts with a detailed analysis of your donor base, including average gift size, retention rates, and cost per acquired donor. What is the difference between donor acquisition and retention? Donor retention is how many donors continue to support your organization year over year. the timing of their donation)?

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Nimble AMS

MAY 25, 2022

An AMS is an invaluable tool to optimize your operations and boost member recruitment and retention. . Nimble AMS delivers a highly personalized member experience with the power of AI and predictive analytics, configurable reports and dashboards, and easy integration with career center resources and learning management software (LMS).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

According to the 2020 Benchmarks Report , revenue from monthly gifts increased by 22% in 2019 and now accounts for 17% of all online revenue for nonprofits. Also, data from the 2020 Global Trends in Giving Report reveals that 45% of online donors worldwide are enrolled in a monthly giving program.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 19, 2019

Blackbaud’s latest Charitable Giving Report sheds light on the importance of donor retention in the nonprofit industry. According to the latest research from Blackbaud’s Charitable Giving Report : The average donor retention rates for first-year offline-only donors is 29%. There are no silos.

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