Nimble AMS

AUGUST 19, 2022

According to the Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study , digital innovation is crucial to the success of your organization. To stay ahead of this trend, your association needs to think like an innovator. Consider sending out surveys to routinely gather feedback and plan on when to implement your next idea.

Associations 117

Associations Adopt United States Survey 117

Candid

JULY 5, 2022

Every January, Candid surveys large U.S. private and community foundations to understand recent giving trends and forecast where giving is headed. [ Overall giving dollars increased from FYE 2020 to 2021 by 12% among 519 survey respondents who provided funding data for both years. Looking ahead: 2022 trends ? .

Foundation 104

Foundation Giving Change Survey 104

The NonProfit Times

MAY 15, 2024

We’re now seeing the same trend in healthcare.” Fluctuating reimbursements and the unpredictability of future governmental support for graduate medical education, research, and innovations in patient care are driving the trend.

Los Angeles 52

Los Angeles Donor Cleveland Philanthropy 52

.orgSource

AUGUST 28, 2023

According to a 2020 Edelman study , 89% of decision-makers surveyed believe that thought leadership improves their perceptions of an organization — yet only 17% of them rate the quality of the information they read as very good or excellent. Watch what is trending online. Here’s one significant challenge.

YouTube 221

YouTube Industry Leadership Podcast 221

sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

You can ask your grantees for feedback through surveys, interviews, focus groups, or informal conversations. If your application has not changed in more than three years, it may not reflect your current goals, strategies, or priorities. It may also not align with the latest trends and best practices in philanthropy.

Application 95

Application Leadership Grant Philanthropy 95

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.

Survey 88

Survey NTEN Report Community 88

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. This is how you show what success looks like.

Measure 95

Measure Help Analysis Metrics 95

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.

Associations 135

Associations Data Benefit Practice 135

The NonProfit Times

MAY 16, 2024

The trends suggest nonprofits would do well to offer a variety of program options to meet this evolving landscape of corporate giving, according to the 2024 State of Corporate Purpose report released recently by social impact software company Benevity in Calgary, Canada. Instead, they’re looking for results.

Data 52

Data Grant Philanthropy Conservancy 52

Wild Apricot

JANUARY 2, 2012

Here's a look back at some of the hot topics that resonated with our association and membership audience in 2011 - and a reminder about our Top 3 Membership Trends Survey.

Reflection 100

Reflection Survey Associations Trend 100

.orgSource

MARCH 6, 2023

Tear down walls (literally and figuratively)​ Embrace a continuous process​ The Erosion of Confidence Sharon Rice,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, is our resident trend watcher. Could the decline in membership be a reflection of the decline in trust? That last statistic should make us all take notice.

Associations 221

Associations Leadership Question Wisconsin 221

Amy Sample Ward

MAY 17, 2011

MDS11 helps to extend the concepts and ideas discovered in the annual Millennial Donors Survey conducted by JGA and Achieve. Incorporating the latest trends in mobile technology for engaging and giving. .&# That’s right, June 22, 2011, you can join in the sessions, discussions and more all from the comfort of your own computer.

Case Study 137

Case Study Trend Studies Research 137

Nimble AMS

AUGUST 26, 2022

The Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study reports that 90% of association professionals seek to enhance engagement opportunities for their members. Of those surveyed, 59% of the association pros believe upgrading or integrating new technology is a priority to delivering superior member service.

Associations 129

Associations Ratio Retention Integration 129

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 27, 2022

However, business analytics simplifies that information, making it easier to understand through visualization and identification of trends and correlations. You can use the different types of business analytics to examine your association’s data from various angles, from spotting sudden changes to predicting future trends.

Analytics 135

Analytics Associations Business Software 135

Nimble AMS

JUNE 4, 2022

Start by reflecting on how your association defines an ideal member. According to the Community Brands Association Trends Study , industry training opportunities are the second most valuable membership benefit, with 50% of association members favoring professional development options. What qualities make for the best member?

Associations 121

Associations Goal Technology Analytics 121

Candid

MAY 4, 2023

Here, we see a clear trend: Over 90% of nonprofits shared some demographic data about their leader. For definitions of leader levels and the full list of demographic survey questions and response options, see How to collect and share demographic data. iv In comparison, the sharing rate for all other staffing levels is below 60%.

Demographics 98

Demographics Share Data Taxonomy 98

Candid

APRIL 16, 2024

Defining ‘community service’ broadly Based on surveys and focus groups, Leveraging the Potential of Youth Service found that young people ages 18 to 25 defined “community service” broadly, beyond volunteering with a nonprofit organization. This, in turn, helps them learn “how to navigate pathways” through complicated systems, explained Dugan.

Service 117

Service Community Environment Empowerment 117

Greater Giving

APRIL 8, 2022

We use technological solutions, as well as data-driven fundraising insights gathered from surveying hundreds of nonprofits. You’ll find graphics and charts illustrating each of the major discoveries from our survey. The report provides extensive coverage of trends in galas and other fundraisers.

Fundraising 98

Fundraising Virtual Nonprofit Survey 98

EveryAction

JUNE 8, 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!

Advocacy 143

Advocacy Local Poll Audience 143

Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Offer continuous learning opportunities to deepen your board members’ understanding of nonprofit governance best practices and emerging trends. Make the effort to make sure your board reflects a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. But don’t stop at day one. Implement a board portal for communication and organization.

Director 74

Director Guide Metrics Nonprofit 74

Bloomerang

APRIL 17, 2024

An example of a KPI could be the number of surveys completed after an event. This is a measurable number that could be adapted if the survey needed to be given in different formats. Unsurprisingly, most organizations collect data through forms, questionnaires, surveys, databases, and customer relationship management systems.

Data 107

Data Metrics Measure Goal 107

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Identify which reports accurately reflect your impact in the community and run those reports on a regular basis to identify important trends. Follow up and send an email with a survey to better understand why some volunteers are either not engaged or just not active. Consider seasonal volunteer activities.

Volunteer 87

Volunteer Report Demonstration Activities 87

Gyrus

MAY 12, 2016

According to a survey by eMarketer, 59.3 Organizations can also introduce real life examples or real life scenarios for problem solving, encouraging employees’ to think and reflect their learning right away. The post Online Learning Trends That You Can’t Ignore appeared first on Gyrus. percent of the U.S. Data Analytics.

Online Learning 56

Online Learning Trend Learning Online 56

Candid

AUGUST 29, 2023

At Candid, we often talk about trends we’re seeing in the social sector. Unfortunately, an undisputable trend these days is burnout. The American Psychological Association’s 2023 Work in America survey found that the majority (57%) of U.S. Reflect on the demands your job places on you—can any be removed? Sound familiar?

Model 98

Model Job Life Blended 98

Candid

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

This reduces the burden on nonprofits asked to fill out demographic surveys in different ways and formats, while providing sector insights and creating visibility for funders looking to better understand their giving portfolios and identify potential gaps. Here we reflect on what we learned and set the stage for where we’re headed.

Demographics 52

Demographics API Profile Grant 52

NTEN

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

How important is it for them to understand and keep up with the new trends in technology? To answer these questions and more, we at Smart Online™ used this last quarter of 2010 to try and unravel the ‘Technology Trends for Nonprofits’ in 2011. To start with, we conducted a survey (tweet tweet!) is through mobile devices!

Trend 100

Trend Technology Gartner Nonprofit 100

Candid

APRIL 20, 2021

In this blog, I share what Candid’s data tells us about philanthropic trends for Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities in general and in reaction to recent anti-Asian hate crimes specifically as well as what to look for in the future. Foundation funding trends for AAPI communities. Additional trends in 2021.

Pledge 117

Pledge United States Foundation Grant 117

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 16, 2022

With 2023 fast approaching, i t’s wise to reflect on t he state of your association and overall member experience. The Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study found that the first reason members join an association is to network, and the sixth is to socialize. Online community. Members join associations for the benefits.

Organization 100

Organization Associations Retention Tech 100

Nimble AMS

JANUARY 20, 2022

These ideas from a recent association trends study can help you prepare your organization for whatever comes next. While I don’t have a crystal ball, I do have some association trends data that can help. Here are five ideas from the association trends study to help you prepare your association for 2022 and beyond: 1.

Associations 78

Associations Studies Trend Data 78

Candid

MAY 13, 2024

In a 2022 survey, nearly 70% of respondents cited building measurement, evaluation, and learning capabilities as a critical area in which they would like to invest. As such, effective approaches to measurement and learning reflect a multiplicity of stakeholders.

Measure 57

Measure Collaboration Effective Impact 57

VQ Strategies

OCTOBER 7, 2022

In recent years, we have conducted surveys and interviews at institutions with longstanding volunteer councils. This is precisely why some hospitals retain an auxiliary to run the gift shop, while also maintaining an entirely separate volunteer corps, managed by staff, to fill patient care roles. Lessons from the Field.

Structure 98

Structure Volunteer Model Leadership 98

Greater Giving

MARCH 29, 2024

Spring into Action: Planning and Executing Outdoor Fundraising Events Spring is a time of renewal, and what better way to reflect that spirit than with an engaging outdoor fundraising event? Cost-Effectiveness: Cost was the top priority when choosing a venue according to nonprofits in our 2024 Q1 Nonprofit Trends survey.

Fundraising 40

Fundraising Game Local Blended 40

Candid

APRIL 10, 2024

A recent Salesforce survey found that more than a quarter of respondents are using AI tools at work, more than half of whom are using AI that is not approved by their organizations, including in the social sector. Anyone considering how to use AI ethically should reflect on their work: what constitutes harm, and how AI can help.

Tools 52

Tools Guidelines Model Grant 52

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

As part of The Blackbaud Institute Index 10 th anniversary celebration, the Institute has hosted a series of virtual fireside chats to get exclusive insights from thought leaders and perspectives on this decade’s most influential charitable giving trends. It can be intimidating to feel you’re always chasing the next trend or technology.

Marketing 84

Marketing Blackbaud Analytics Trend 84

sgEngage

OCTOBER 7, 2021

According to The Art Newspaper’s annual survey in 2021, visits to the world’s 100 most-visited museums plummeted by 77% in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. This trend is undoubtably sweeping the globe with #selfie totalling 457,000,000 posts and counting on Instagram as of September 2021. . Selfie stations .

Arts 93

Arts Culture Organization Social Media 93

CauseVox

JULY 18, 2023

Whether you’re creating a new plan or adapting an existing one to address new trends and unprecedented events – a common occurrence in recent years – it’s important to remember that fundraising plans are dynamic. As you reflect on these questions, feel free to update the answers accordingly in your fundraising plan.

Develop 77

Develop Fundraising Pledge Track 77

Cloud 4 Good

JUNE 29, 2021

Over 500 organizations responded to our survey, offering insights into how Salesforce helps create digital transformation, the?trends?and These numbers even further reveal that 56% of surveyed organizations said Salesforce directly impacted raising more funds. technology?and and where they’re looking to continue their innovation.?

Online 64

Online Giving Nonprofit Digital 64