Towards Data Science

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Learn how to calculate your data team’s return with the Data ROI Pyramid. Today, maximizing and measuring data team ROI is near the top of every data leader’s agenda. Most data team ROI formulas focus on some version of the following calculation: Lift / investment = ROI. Calculating data ROI Image by author.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Are you looking to increase membership numbers, improve retention, or grow non-dues revenue? Track results After launching your campaign, measure its performance and calculate your return on investment (ROI) to see whats working and which areas you might need to improve.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 22, 2021

It’s evident that when you can show a donor the tangible return on investment (ROI) of their gift, you get a higher average gift and more frequent giving. It allows you to see which fundraising activities provide the highest ROI and contribute the most to your fundraising goals. Donation ROI. Why is this important?

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 26, 2024

When you choose new technology, you’ll modernize and optimize your organization by automating your tasks, and ultimately you’ll increase your technology ROI. What is the difference between cost of inaction (COI) and return on investment (ROI)? Digital transformation is critical in future-proofing your organization.

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The Next Web

FEBRUARY 13, 2014

It has increased retention by 32 percent. Not only does Mixpanel give us incredibly valuable insights into trends, usage, funnels and retention of our users as a whole, but also it lets us dig deep into specific users to serve them better. KISSmetrics is a great tool for turning data into action. Jared Brown , Hubstaff. .

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

If you want help putting this into action at your nonprofit, download this free stewardship template. How donor cultivation drives ROI Investing in donor cultivation isnt just about retentionits about maximizing lifetime value. Did you know that increasing donor retention by just 10% can result in a 50% boost in lifetime donor value ?

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 8, 2023

Look for software that is user-friendly allowing staff to automate processes with point-and-click actions , rather than code. Innovate with modern software and AI to improve your member recruitment and retention strategy by leveraging past member data to predict if a constituent is unlikely to renew. Artificial intelligence.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 30, 2023

If your organization wants to improve staff processes, enhance the member experience, and boost your ROI, choosing an AMS will give you a competitive edge. Automate email communications to members based on their actions, like registering for an event or paying dues. Increase efficiency.

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Your associ ation should consider adopting AI because it can help you exceed member expectations and boost recruitment and retention efforts. Keep reading to learn more ways AI can help your association provide an excellent member experience and offer c ompetitive member benefits. . Boost membership recruitment and retention.

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Candid

AUGUST 18, 2021

Its most immediate benefit is that it gives you real-time lists of the individuals who are most likely to take action on your next appeal or stewardship message. Altogether, these benefits mean healthier fundraising ROIs, efficient campaign planning, and more time for building donor relationships. . AI for Nonprofits in Action.

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The Next Web

AUGUST 17, 2013

Call to Action. Ensure that you have a compelling reason to sign up and a strong call to action with very straightforward steps to capture and nurture the new lead. Virtual badges, points or other gamified activities on your site tend to increase user retention and time on site. The ROI on this feedback is HUGE.

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

What you really need are metrics that provide you with a plan of action, or a map, to help bolster your fundraising efforts. . You need a detailed analysis to make an actionable plan to improve your fundraising efforts. Donor Retention Rate. The closer your retention rate is to 100%, the better. Map Metrics.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 6, 2022

During COVID-19 and in the wake of early teacher retirements, Matt Walker, Director of IT, explained that MSTA’s retention rate was declining. Thankfully, with the help of auto-renewing memberships, the retention rate is back on the rise. Customer success story: Increasing member retention with IACP.

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sgEngage

JULY 19, 2024

Midlevel donors also generally offer a higher ROI and lifetime value than lower-tier donors. By leveraging AI, fundraisers can significantly enhance their efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring that midlevel donors receive the attention they deserve while maximizing the overall fundraising ROI.

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sgEngage

MARCH 15, 2024

The goal is then to turn those data insights into actionable tasks. Each donor action in response to your outreach produces additional data to inform your next interaction. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to measuring performance, but every successful fundraising team should have the ability to assess and refine its data.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 9, 2022

This also typically leads to reduced churn and better supporter retention. Better supporter retention leads to less time needed to pursue new donors to reach financial goals. To personalize your emails, you first must collect actionable data about your constituents. How to Personalize Email Marketing with Customized Giving.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 6, 2023

Adopting an AMS with a built-in training platform can increase staff adoption and increase employee retention. TECH TIP: With Nimble AMS, you can leverage myTrailhead , a free training platform with engaging content like videos, gaming elements, and quizzes to increase staff technology adoption and boost employee retention. Automation.

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Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2024

But I wonder if in the long run the ROI is better for direct mail than digital? Is there any research on open, conversion and retention rates for the different mediums? TIP: Include a QR code on your mail piece to help people take action more conveniently. But, now I’m wondering if I was being pound-wise and penny-foolish.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 14, 2025

Before you increase spending on digital ads and email marketing, however, evaluate the revenue per donor and retention rates for these new donors and compare these KPIs to new donor performance from other acquisition sources. For example: Digital acquisition gaining traction? Many stations are experiencing growth here due to Passport.

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Tableau

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Leaders, from line-of-business leads to the C-suite, here’s what you need to know about data communities—and what they mean for the ROI of your analytics technologies and investments. They bring people together to accelerate adoption, instill new behaviors, and drive action around arguably our most important resource—data.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

All member-based organizations are focused on membership: attracting new members, boosting member retention, enhancing member engagement, and more. With automated processes you can save staff time and enhance your ROI. Member-centric How would you measure your association’s commitment to your members?

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The Nimble AMS Experience Cloud Member Portal also empowers your staff with campaign tracking, clear insights into your member behavior and ROI, user-friendly tools, and a powerful Experience Builder. You can also leverage AI to offer predictions based on your membership data. Are you ready for the latest Association Trends Research Study?

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 10, 2024

High return on investment (ROI): Studies have shown that direct mail campaigns can achieve a return on investment of up to 112%. Use a clear and direct call to action so readers know how they can give. Its essential to provide a clear and direct call to action (CTA) that guides donors on how they can give.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 23, 2021

The decisions your people make, and the actions your people take, translate into daily experience for your donors and supporters. In my experience, the ROI on fundraising can easily exceed 1,000% ! . Everyone’s job, in part, is building satisfaction, commitment and trust among and between all constituents. Come from a place of service.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 17, 2011

His research shows that professional development learning experiences need to be as interactive as possible to boost retention. Last week, I was an instructor for NTEN’s Technology Leadership Academy for a session on Nonprofit Technology ROI Methods. It was delivered in two sessions.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 20, 2023

Then, determine the amount you’re willing to spend to hit those goals and lead to a healthy return on investment (ROI). Recurring donations are important for your nonprofit’s donor retention strategy. The average donor retention rate in the nonprofit sector has rested around 45% for the last five years, as shown in the image below.

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Qgiv

JULY 12, 2021

Search ads had the best ROI (return on investment) for nonprofits using paid advertising, with an average ROI of $4.78. . The average ROI on social media ads was $1.05. . The retention rate for peer-to-peer fundraisers was 25.1% Donors are 34% more likely to give on responsive websites. Mobile Fundraising Statistics.

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 1, 2025

Implement data hygiene practices like data entry standards, cleansing, and validation to keep your first-party data accurate and actionable. When you collect and use first-party data appropriately, you can make better marketing decisions, drive more meaningful donor engagement , and build stronger relationships with your supporters.

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Tableau

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Leaders, from line-of-business leads to the C-suite, here’s what you need to know about data communities—and what they mean for the ROI of your analytics technologies and investments. They bring people together to accelerate adoption, instill new behaviors, and drive action around arguably our most important resource—data.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 15, 2023

With that, email marketing can be used to provide more tailored information and announcements bringing awareness to your organization and helping to nurture subscribers toward taking action on your cause, initiatives, or events to the right audience.

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Fast Company Tech

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

To capitalize, leaders must focus on using AI to create meaningful customer outcomes, like personalization at scale, proactive engagement, and actionable insights. Use AI-powered tools to predict customer needs and recommend next best actions. In 2025, the paradigm has shifted. Focus on enhancing human and machine collaboration.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 14, 2021

Digital Transformation Action Steps. Very soon technology will improve donor participation and retention by making it ridiculously easy to give…Technology will allow donors to do what they want to do anyway…We’re two decades into the internet era; why is it still easier to buy a book about hurricanes than help a storm’s victims?

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 19, 2017

Result: 63% more donations, 55% higher conversion rate and a 2X ROI. Saw a 2X ROI on ad spending. From an economic standpoint, the potential ROI is amazing. Make Calls To Action Relevant, Visible And Accessible. Because people are persuaded to take action by engaging with different types of information.

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Bloomerang

JULY 20, 2023

Then, determine the amount you’re willing to spend to hit those goals and lead to a healthy return on investment (ROI). This data-driven, AI approach allows organizations to increase their fundraising ROI by offering donors opportunities that they’re most likely to engage with.

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Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

That’s because all nonprofits have similar goals, including connecting with more donors, boosting their donor retention rates, and developing strategic, sustainable partnerships with other organizations. We’ll introduce those elements here, then provide actionable steps for incorporating each of these aspects into your fundraising strategy.

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 19, 2021

It’s not unusual to think about your association’s technology investments in terms of return on investment (ROI). Improved member retention. the organization implemented a solution that automatically identifies members at high risk of lapsing and presents staff with suggested actions to take to prevent non-renewal.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 10, 2022

The company works mainly with patients on Medicaid and is seeing some industry-leading retention rates for those in the program. Unfortunately, to maximize ROI, every dollar now needs to stretch further than Reed Richards in the last “Doctor Strange” movie.

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