Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

This post describes actions you can take to implement the findings of Bloomerang’s 2023 Fundraising Planning and Climate Report. General guidance for fundraisers Here is general guidance on actions fundraisers can take based on fundraising trends and best practices drawn from the report.

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DipJar

MAY 24, 2022

The first report covers 2021 and Q1 2022 and includes detailed regional giving patterns for nonprofits across the United States. This data will be tracked quarterly to provide insights into developing trends and patterns. We’ll continue to look at these numbers every quarter and will report interesting trends and developments.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

Last week I facilitated the “ Impact Leadership Track ” at the NTEN Leading Change Summit with John Kenyon, Elissa Perry, and Londell Jackson. Our track was one of three tracks for participants to dive deep into a topic and learn from peers through dialogue. Overnight Reflection. Photo by Trav Williams.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

For nonprofits looking to expand their crowdfunding campaigns in 2020, here are four key features of the new GoFundMe Charity : 1) Customizable campaigns to reflect your nonprofit’s brand. 3) Advanced data reporting. Nonprofits quickly receive the data insights they need to track and measure success through the new Report Center.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 19, 2022

In May 2022, Twilio published the State of Nonprofit Digital Engagement Report on how digital engagement is reshaping the way nonprofit organizations deliver services. The research reflects insights from a survey of 800 employees of nonprofit organizations and 1,500 nonprofit program participants across the U.S.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Your logo, tagline, colors, and fonts should all be consistent and reflect your brand identity. Your branding should be reflected in all your communications, from your website and social media pages to your print materials and events. Your branding should be a true reflection of your organization’s mission, vision, and values.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 30, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good.  Check out our last installment here ! These four are key: 1.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Here are 3 rules for reporting impact Be warm, heartfelt, and sentimental. Don’t just reflect on their impact. Reflect on who they are—kind, generous, and compassionate. In just seconds you can create a personal heartfelt video and track it in your donor database. What’s the answer? How will you make them look?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

Before heading out to an event, quickly pull a report of your volunteer t-shirt sizes to prevent your volunteers from wearing a t-shirt two sizes too big! Once your volunteer completes their onboarding and training, be sure to reflect that in their volunteer profile. The information is stored securely and is easily accessible.

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Candid

MARCH 21, 2024

At first glance, it would be easy to put a gloomy headline on the Council on Foundations ’ most recent CF Insights field survey tracking trends in community foundations’ 2022 asset growth, giving, and the activity of donor-advised funds (DAFs). About half of all respondents reported some level of year-over-year decrease in gifts received.

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Everyaction

JANUARY 16, 2018

If you’re a nonprofit professional you know what it’s like to drown in excel spreadsheets tracking your supporters, donations, major gifts prospects, and almost anything else. From your board members requesting the latest donor stats to your digital director asking for email conversion rates, tracking your data can be hard.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Leverage ChatGPT to generate reports, articles, and newsletters. Her savvy, quick-witted, and inspiring messages reflect the distinct allure of the resort. Put the Bot to Work Remember the news story about the Bing chatbot and New York Times reporter Kevin Roose? Use ChatGPT to design and conduct surveys and market research.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 4, 2022

Start by reflecting on how your association defines an ideal member. Try creating SMART goals to make the process manageable and keep your association on track for achievement. . Track member engagement through your AMS. How do you determine who is your ideal member? What qualities make for the best member? Here’s how: .

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Candid

JULY 1, 2021

Candid ha s been tracking racial equity funding for a decad e , but this recent philanthropy response was staggering. Yet a closer look at th is funding shows that pledges — particularly those from corporate funders — account for nearly three-quarters of the dollars we’ve tracked.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 31, 2024

Cumulative giving statements Donors rarely know or keep track of their cumulative giving, so when you point out the total, they’re usually quite pleasantly surprised. Major gift officers often prepare TOTAL GIVING statements before meeting with their major donors because they, too, lose track of their cumulative generosity.

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sgEngage

MAY 22, 2023

Pulling these reports at the beginning of your fiscal year-end journey can help you get a feel of where you stand now and guide you toward the most pressing tasks on your checklist. Fund accounting software often allows users to set up dashboards for tracking what items are still outstanding.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Or you can track the time it takes you to fill out the form, either with sample data or by trying to collect similar data from your own systems. Do you analyze it, report it, or share it with your stakeholders? If your organization values equity, diversity, inclusion, or innovation, does your application reflect that?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 22, 2024

Your application should reflect an awareness of these changes, otherwise you might come across as indifferent to the shifts in society and the sector. Your questions should also reflect your values as a funder. would those questions reflect that funder’s value of equal access? Take it out. Streamline your process!

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

> Download the 2013 NTEN Community Survey Report In July 2013, we circulated the online survey link to the NTEN Community via direct email (sent to 38,354 contacts) and announcements in our community channels, including our blog, NTEN Discuss list, our Facebook page, our Twitter network, and our LinkedIn group.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 28, 2023

When it comes to donor data, there’s a lot to keep track of. A nonprofit CRM (also referred to as a donor management system ) is a software platform that allows nonprofits to store, update, and report on supporter data. Accounting software like QuickBooks to record and track all financial transactions. What is a nonprofit CRM?

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

At worst, it can provide conflicting outcomes, not ultimately reflecting the truth of what’s happening.” . At the Council, all employees must log emails, track calls, and update Salesforce and Nimble AMS accounts. According to LinkedIn , 71% of surveyed staff reported wasting too much time on data entry. Use the best tools.

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Candid

APRIL 10, 2024

Model cards were introduced to make reporting on AI more systematic, including what data was used to train and evaluate the AI, limitations of the AI, and appropriate usage guidelines. We maintain a historical record of our model cards to track the AI’s evolution over time.

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Media Cause

MAY 31, 2023

On the surface, it makes sense that privacy and tracking would be at the bottom of a marketer’s task list. But if you engage in targeted advertising or use Google Analytics to track website visitors, privacy-first marketing should be a priority for your organization. The Importance of First-Party Data What’s the Big Deal?

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 12, 2022

This need for flexibility is reflected in the grantmaking track at this year’s virtual bbcon, Blackbaud’s Tech Conference for Good, happening October 17–20. Breakout Session: 5 Ways to Simplify Your Grants Management Reporting. Here are a few you won’t want to miss. Haven’t registered for bbcon 2022 yet? Sign up today !

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DNL OmniMedia

MARCH 13, 2023

A traditional for-profit business might track the purchases its customers make through its app to create personalized, targeted ads. Data analytics allow your organization to track and quantify the impact it has on clients or the progress you’ve made toward your goals. Audit and update your database regularly.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 17, 2024

As the First Republic Bank reported, 90% of nonprofits are already collecting data ! You may be tracking the number of likes on a Facebook post. When you record your data, errors are more likely to happen if it is messy or unorganized, and incorrect data will be reported. What information is vital and helpful?

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Blue Fox

AUGUST 4, 2021

If your board members hit the snooze button during meetings, this will reflect in their commitment to fundraising, advocacy efforts, and follow through on assigned tasks. Each monthly meeting is hardly different than the next. Truthfully, you’re bored. And your board members feel the same. Does this sound familiar?

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M+R

MAY 31, 2022

Apple Mail Privacy Protection works by pre-loading email content — including open tracking pixels. Reminder, email opens are tracked by tiny image pixels embedded in email content. Pre-MPP, we all agreed that open rate generally reflected the rate at which people were interacting with an email. Need a quick refresher?

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Blue Fox

AUGUST 14, 2022

A chart of accounts (COA) is a standard accounting index system that helps nonprofit organizations classify and track their financial activity. It’s the backbone of the financial data that populates other financial reports. It makes more sense to design your chart of accounts to reflect your organization's exact needs.

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The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The benefits of partnering with a professional support service could include: Website Development: Access to a professional and customized website that reflects your organization’s mission, values, and aesthetics.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 19, 2022

Are you on track to surpass your annual goals? As you examine your organization, reflect upon these questions and consider the following factors of an innovative association: . The Community Brands Study reports 65% of associations with increasing funds to have a flexible budget to accommodate future digital needs.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

By default, GA4 will track Page view, Scroll, Outbound link clicks, Site search, Video Engagements, File Downloads, and Form Tracking. One major example of this is the “Purchase” event—with the new GA4 setup, there are certain parameters that must be passed in order to ensure that data is being collected and reported correctly.

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Cloud 4 Good

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Rainforest Alliance is an incredibly diverse and connected organization, requiring symbiotic coordination between all of their people and departments working towards a common goal that reflects the complex landscapes the organization seeks to protect. . Creating Newfound Sustainability with Salesforce Nonprofit Success Package.

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sgEngage

MARCH 31, 2023

Not only do you need to look inward at your own operations, but you also need to make sure your funding reflects those same goals. With applications that feed directly into the grants management system, funders can easily run reports to see if they are meeting their goals for a diverse set of grantees.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Ensure your portfolio reflects your organization’s strategic plan. . Let your CRM help you manage, track, and report your work. An annual comprehensive portfolio review is a time to truly reflect and as a team review those individuals who today and tomorrow will have the most significant impact on your organization.

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Qgiv

MARCH 12, 2024

Corporate giving programs, which are akin to corporate social responsibility programs , often reflect a business’s moral compass. In fact, recent reports value one hour of volunteer work at $31.80. Track the data. Monitor the impact of the giving program using data tracking software to help improve the program over time.

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Bloomerang

JULY 29, 2022

As the fundraiser, your job is to reflect back to the donor, via thank you letter and subsequent reporting, how their money was spent to create the impact they envisioned. They must track the money coming in and going out. You definitely don’t want them showing up on a lapsed donor report!

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