NonProfit Hub

MAY 3, 2019

But your job doesn’t stop there. If you really want to get the most out of socials, interpreting your analytics and using them to your advantage is key. . Where are my analytics located? On Facebook , your analytics tab is actually named “Insights.” Congratulations! Which information matters most? Post times.

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Social Media Analytics Media Social 68

TechImpact

AUGUST 20, 2014

Whether it be a CRM , GoogleAnalytics , or a social media analytic tool like SproutSocial , measuring and understanding data is an essential part of contemporary business. The truth is, without the help of data, effectively planning a fundraising strategy or maintaining high donor retention numbers makes a hard job near impossible.

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Data Donor Database Nonprofit 175

sgEngage

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Nonprofit pros and analytics teams know that collecting data is the easy part. Drawing on their deep experience in healthcare fundraising and consulting, analytics experts Liza Turcotte and Julian Heidelberg break down how to make data work for your cause, including: Focusing on best practices throughout the donor cycle.

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Virtual North Carolina Blackbaud Registration 70

3rd Sector Labs

JULY 22, 2014

Start with contact databases, donor management systems, and CRMs. All that, and we aren’t touching on the implications of accounting, systems integrations, data warehousing, ad hoc databases, and search. Well, for starters, every system, software or technology mentioned has its own database. There’s a lot.

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Software Data Fundraising Database 161

sgEngage

MARCH 3, 2023

For example, because cloud-based applications are hosted centrally, these applications are open for many seamless integrations with other like-minded tools for fundraising, expense management, website integration, email marketing, and analytics that could never function if these tools had to work with thousands of disparate, self-hosted databases.

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Tools Application Nonprofit Software 75

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

A fundraiser’s job is to raise money for the organization. Be mindful of job hoppers. Be clear in how you measure job performance so everyone on your team understands their duties and the expectations around their role. Clarify roles and responsibilities. Hiring based on experience does not always equate to talent.

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Develop Management Gift Proposal 78

Bloomerang

AUGUST 28, 2023

Notable features of this platform include: Data analytics tools to predict donors’ next actions Powerful segmentation tools that further personalize donor communications Automated welcome series for new donors to provide a positive first impression Keela’s pricing starts at $134 per month. Once you’ve made your choice, your job isn’t done!

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Profile Software Nonprofit Donor 96

Pamela Grow

MARCH 10, 2021

Never ever add names to your database to receive your newsletter. Remember, your job is to attract support…not push your organization on others. ” Focus on the stories that resonate most with your supporters (here’s where your data, including Facebook analytics, can come in handy). That’s your job.

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Newsletter email Nonprofit Headline 88

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

These dashboards make data easy to understand and are intuitive to use, even for people who may not have a data or analytics background. Clear and easy to understand data empowers members of the entire organization with tools to improve their jobs. Good: Seeing Early Improvements from Technology. Better: Putting Tech to Work for You.

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Tech Fund Nonprofit System 81

Robert Weiner

JANUARY 27, 2012

I’ve also been compiling a list of every donor database I come across at https://socialsourcecommons.org/toolbox/show/1661. Provide strong reporting and analytic tools. Software alone seldom gets the job done. I’m currently working with clients that are considering Blackbaud and Convio’s database products (among others).

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Blackbaud Convio Open Source Product 222

3rd Sector Labs

JUNE 1, 2015

Refers to data sets so large and complex that traditional database tools are not able to manage or process the data. Data brokers rely upon big data warehouses to store, manage and transfer data sets that they sell to customers such as nonprofit organizations looking to append their donor databases.

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Data Management Donor Database 100

Neon CRM

MAY 24, 2023

The first thing to understand about membership database software is that the name itself is pretty misleading. It’s actually a combination of two different functions: The database itself that holds information on your members and the platform that allows you to do things with that information.

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Database Software Guide Open Source 52

Tech Soup

OCTOBER 1, 2014

Its job is to collect and supply eye tissue to surgeons in Alabama, as well as many other places, quickly. The eye bank's database has to be powerful and easy to use by many people. This blog post explains how the eye bank uses its FileMaker database to do critical sight-saving work. The Database That Does Nearly Everything.

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Alabama Organization Database United States 57

Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

Invest in data analytics : Leverage data analytics to better understand donor patterns and preferences. All modern donor databases feature donor analytics and report generation that you can use. Show appreciation for their contributions and keep them informed about the impact of their donations.

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Action Report Practice Fundraising 82

Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

Just when you think you have everything updated someone moves, changes jobs, or has a change in their assets. Most CRM databases have the ability to track and store an enormous amount of data but unless you can link it to helping you in being strategic in segmenting out your database or implementing strategies then it is only taking up space.

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Data Strategy Database Analytics 36

Deborah Elizabeth Finn

OCTOBER 14, 2016

Here’s what I think we need: Allies from workforce development , job readiness , and college readiness programs. Allies who provide relevant training and education to candidates who aspire to careers in data services and data analytics for nonprofits. The DSA lands a job providing data services at another nonprofit organization.

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Massachusetts Boston Professional Develop 52

Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

As your organization grows, you’ll probably want to move to an option that connects directly with a donor database. All the while, your website will seamlessly integrate with your Neon CRM donor database, saving your team boatloads of time and effort. Clearly conveying your nonprofit’s mission is one of your website’s main jobs.

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Websites Practice Nonprofit Search 52

Connection Cafe

JUNE 19, 2013

Just when you think you have everything updated someone moves, changes jobs, or has a change in their assets. Most CRM databases have the ability to track and store an enormous amount of data but unless you can link it to helping you in being strategic in segmenting out your database or implementing strategies then it is only taking up space.

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Data Strategy Database Analytics 30

Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 22, 2017

Many npENGAGE contributors shared about the ever-increasing role of big data and analytics this year. It seems simple to say, but the advanced analytics that are available today will help you build tomorrow. Data Appends: A Guide for Your Nonprofit: How to get the most out of your database with goal-driven strategies.

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Lesson Learning Fundraising Analytics 34

Qgiv

JULY 22, 2021

Lou: Most importantly, you want to make sure that you’ve done a good job with your research to identify those individuals that would have a strong affinity to your cause and propensity for giving at a major gift level. You begin with analytical research through various wealth engines. You need to do some qualitative work also.

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BoardAssist

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Whether it be a CRM, GoogleAnalytics, or a social media analytic tool like SproutSocial, measuring and understanding data is an essential part of contemporary business. The truth is, without the help of data, effectively planning a fundraising strategy or maintaining high donor retention numbers makes a hard job near impossible.

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Data Donor Philadelphia Nonprofit 40

Connection Cafe

JUNE 28, 2013

We all ended up taking a few classes and picking up odd summer jobs or internships. I decided to continue my routine college job of working in the office for Development and Alumni Relations. My duty for the week was to mill over local and state newspapers for obituaries, clip them and document accordingly in the alumni database.

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Data Organization Mail United States 38

OneCause

JULY 7, 2022

What level of data access is critical for various individuals to perform their core job functions, and what level of access might be too permissive? Prior to joining Arjuna Solutions, Rachel led a forensic data analytics team as a manager at PriceWaterhouseCoopers. What details of donor and donation data do you collect and store?

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Donor Online Policy Retention 59

Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

But managing your organization’s data—particularly your donor data—will make the rest of your job so much easier. Establishing rules around who is responsible for entering donor information (Example: Does everyone know how to use your donor database correctly, or should they submit new information to a database manager?)

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Data Management Database Nonprofit 98

Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 21, 2013

Just when you think you have everything updated someone moves, changes jobs, or has a change in their assets. Most CRM databases have the ability to track and store an enormous amount of data but unless you can link it to helping you in being strategic in segmenting out your database or implementing strategies then it is only taking up space.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 2, 2009

Others could tell us how many donors they needed to store in their new database, but not what the results of an email campaign had been. A lot of smart people are thinking about these issues with tremendous results, but let me outline some tools I have used in my quest to be more data-driven (even at my current job, which is not a nonprofit).

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Technology Adwords Analytics Analysis 52

Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

In his decades working in direct service nonprofits, Berger said he saw the very real consequences of this inability to measure, learn, and improve: "I saw people get murdered, I saw people freeze to death, and I know that if we'd done a better job of measuring and managing our work, we could have done a better job."

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Social Measure Charity Library 67

Tech Soup

OCTOBER 31, 2014

In his decades working in direct service nonprofits, Berger said he saw the very real consequences of this inability to measure, learn, and improve: "I saw people get murdered, I saw people freeze to death, and I know that if we'd done a better job of measuring and managing our work, we could have done a better job."

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Social Measure Charity Problem 55

Allegiance Group

JUNE 7, 2023

Create a donor database. Building a comprehensive donor database offers clear insight into donor relationships. Finding the right candidate for the job is certainly worth the effort, as these positions help nonprofits raise more funds and improve relationships with major donors.

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Donation Practice Fundraising Gift 52

Connection Cafe

JANUARY 4, 2016

Why can’t we do a better job meeting–even exceeding–the expectations of our current donors so they remain loyal supporters, maybe even at higher dollar levels? If you spell the donor’s name wrong or lose track of their address, do a better job with file hygiene. Richard Becker, President, Target Analytics, Blackbaud.

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Fundraising Blackbaud Philanthropy Analytics 20

OneCause

MARCH 14, 2023

Past or interested donor names are already in your database—be sure to put those contacts to use! Marketing After the Event: Your Job Isn’t Done Yet! Make sure to have technology in place that contain event reports, fundraising analytics and donor information so the follow-up process is easier. Now, speaking of event day….

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Marketing Guide Fundraising Nonprofit 52

Connection Cafe

MAY 17, 2013

Some may already be on your database. I recently came across a blog post from Kate Lindsay Breck, a colleague of mine at Target Analytics: [link] In this post Kate points out the value of tasteful and timely condolences sent to family members following the passing of a loved one. I mean, what can you do? Or maybe not.

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Giving Fund Gift History 34

Connection Cafe

JUNE 14, 2017

Organizations who receive governmental funds must check certain vendors against the federal and state debarment database. Download the list and match it against the debarment database. Using your journal codes, you can create a system where it’s easy to analytically test for supporting documentation. Folks—let them test.

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International Test System Journal 33

Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2021

It’s too easy to think you’re doing a good job with fundamental strategies just because you know what they are. Mastering an analytic approach to strategy and planning. If someone told you there was sure money behind 10 different doors, would you think you’d done an effective job by only looking behind five or six of them?

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Digital Marketing Fundraising Strategy 103

Connection Cafe

AUGUST 1, 2017

I’ll go ahead and assume that your donors are thoughtful, analytical and either interested in or actively participating in the scientific community. A couple of years ago, I learned about the Planetary Society and they did a bang-up job with an engagement campaign right before EOY. CFRE has a job posting board. Brock .

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FAQ Giving Fundraising Campaign 49

Connection Cafe

MARCH 20, 2019

You’re not cross-checking if you get information from the same database as your software. Your job is to tell the part of story that the numbers cannot. Your research hours shouldn’t be wasted finding qualified prospects— software trawling your donor database can do that. Hone your intuition. You’re a matchmaker.

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Donor San Francisco Gift Research 24

Nonprofits Source

JUNE 23, 2023

Use these resources to support your research process: Google Analytics. Review your nonprofit’s internal database to assess supporter data points such as demographics, behaviors, interests, geographic location, occupation, and more. Keeping your internal database clean and updated. How are audience members finding your website?

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Audience Websites Build Tips 64