Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 6, 2023

Clear Goal and Demonstrated Impact: By spotlighting specific stories and quantifying the outcomes of past contributions, donors will see their gifts as catalysts for positive change and want to give more. Define your metrics of success. What do you want to get out of your year-end campaign?

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Whole Whale

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Value Every Stage Assign appropriate credit to awareness activities Measure engagement metrics Track time-to-conversion Consider assisted conversions 3. Feel free to *borrow* because we can’t work with everyone.

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EveryAction

APRIL 5, 2023

of these two approaches to quickly demonstrate, in a compelling way, the exorbitant time spent wrangling legacy technology and the solutions you’re seeking: See what peer organizations are up to. This helps demonstrate the holistic impact of the desired shift on the entire organization. Try one (or both!)

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Technology Change Tech Analysis 186

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 13, 2011

One metric that made a real impression: OJS users publish an open access article for around $200 per article, which compares to the typical number of $3000 that is frequently floated around in the open access field. I had the privilege of getting in-depth demonstrations of OJS and some of the other open source software built by PKP.

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Accessibility Project Open Journal 133

Association Analytics

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Each staff member – and perhaps even volunteers – should understand how their role contributes to key metrics, and how they influence the success of the association. Ensure leadership bases decisions on clear metrics rather than anecdotal evidence. Avoid pursuing overly complex projects before mastering basics.

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Analytics Tips Associations Influence 169

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 13, 2011

The workshop shared a landscape analysis of what’s already out there from the various industries in order to build a clear understanding of what’s in place and what isn’t in terms of social media measurement valid metrics. 2011 Putting Principles in Action: Valid Metrics Matrix. Click for Larger Image.

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VisionLink

MAY 17, 2013

One of the most difficult yet most important evidence to review is that which demonstrates that the provider has continually updated not only their feature set, but the core architecture of their software over time. Note that we use a monthly metric here at VisionLink. Forward Leaning or Laurel Resting? The devil is in the detail.

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Platform Software System Facilitation 186

Association TV

MARCH 16, 2022

Here, “Unroll.Me” has a wonderful microlearning video that quickly demonstrates its ability to turn your headache of an inbox into one of those little zen garden sand rake things. This is a killer example of knowing your audience. Can you believe they swear? That’s good writing that talks to your audience. Not at them.

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Content Create Headline Lithium 294

Nimble AMS

APRIL 2, 2022

For example: Give non-members limited access to your online community to demonstrate the benefits of becoming a member of your association. For example, in a quick glance, you can see: Metrics that tell you how many of your members have joined the online community and how many are using it. Gain insights about your members.

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Community Online Template Associations 136

Twenty Hats

JUNE 7, 2021

So, how can we demonstrate with confidence what we do matters? Your most powerful strategy requires getting serious about metrics. All businesses and organizations are governed by them, even when they talk about mission and values, the metrics behind the rhetoric matter. So, get good at understanding values that can be measured.

Metrics 59

Metrics Attitude Empowerment Environment 59

NTEN

SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

It makes sense to pay attention to the numbers that can help demonstrate the impact that we're having, but we also need to make sure that we're reporting the right kind of data. Amy Sample Ward. We have a lot of data coming at us from a lot of sources. Data Leadership'

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Impact Metrics Sample Demonstration 81

.orgSource

MAY 6, 2024

However, the last two years demonstrated that a hidden technology deficit can have devastating consequences. Metrics/Analytics How data is used to evaluate initiatives, member needs, and customer satisfaction The survey report offers a well-rounded picture of an organization’s digital maturity and pinpoints gaps that impede success.

Technology 221

Technology Attitude Evaluation Digital 221

DipJar

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

In this sense, impact metrics are the specific measures of the positive and negative effects of an intervention, action, or project on individuals, communities, or the environment. In this guide, we’ll answer the most frequently asked questions about nonprofit impact metrics, including: . Why Are Impact Metrics Important?

Metrics 52

Metrics Impact Guide Literacy 52

EveryAction

AUGUST 30, 2023

The key is to make donors feel valued and appreciated while demonstrating the tangible benefits of deeper connection with and potential impact on your organization, through increased giving. Include impact stories and metrics in your acknowledgment and stewarding messages that show how far their dollar will go toward making an impact.

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Donor Gift History Virtual 179

Candid

JANUARY 18, 2022

Seals are a tangible way to demonstrate your organization’s commitment to transparency and build confidence among potential supporters. . Metrics: share at least one metric from 2021 . Impact—share goals and the difference you’re making . two key elements are required: . Want to learn more? Attend our free webinar! .

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Info Profile Metrics Demonstration 98

Forum One

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Download the guide now to transform your approach to digital metrics and drive greater impact for your cause. The post Essential Digital KPIs for Nonprofits appeared first on Forum One.

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Digital Metrics Measure Nonprofit 65

Bloomerang

APRIL 17, 2024

Donorbox defines KPIs as “a measurable value that demonstrates how effectively a nonprofit (or another type of organization) is achieving its key organizational objectives.” Choose new metrics Once you have identified the data you already have, it may be time to select new metrics that better align with your goals.

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Data Metrics Measure Goal 108

sgEngage

MAY 27, 2021

Key fundraising metrics like donor retention rate, donation frequency, and fundraising return on investment (ROI). These metrics provide a comprehensive, bird’s eye view of your organization’s fundraising and outreach efforts that you can use to craft a new strategy. The characteristics of your donor base.

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Giving Metrics Retention Demographics 122

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 27, 2015

Methods and Metrics for Assessing Civic Tech, Guest post by Anne Whatley, Network Impact. In addition to tracking app deployments, Code for America has developed metrics that help them understand their impact on the governments they work with, the communities they engage, and the larger civic technology ecosystem.

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Metrics Method Tech America 50

Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Popularity and relevance are the most common metrics through which to filter that content – but are they the best? One of the highlights: she notes that they would not have had such success in raising money online if they had not already invested in building up a community of active supporters.

Web 120

Web Broadcast Arts Bookmarking 120

.orgSource

APRIL 25, 2023

They support: Identifying applicants with the best prospects for success at your organization Retaining the great talent you recruit Smoothing employee transitions Maintaining adequate staffing levels Demonstrating commitment to improving the employee work experience You can track, compare, and contrast metrics, such as: Search costs, timelines, and (..)

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Application Statistics Culture Job 221

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

The study aimed to get the nonprofit perspective on these two important questions: How important do nonprofits believe performance assessment is to demonstrating impact? I like the worksheet that allows you rate the usefulness and ease of collection for proposed metrics to collect.

Data 113

Data Measure Sample Seattle 113

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 10, 2011

I’d be curious to see a benchmarking study on nonprofits on this topic that looks at how nonprofits apply measurement techniques and tools to improve their programs and demonstrate impact, including social media measurement. Presents a report with quantitative analysis that demonstrates value. Does not know where to start.

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Results Data Charlotte Measure 95

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 8, 2012

When Georgetown University’s Center for Social Impact Communication released a significant study earlier this year demonstrating that social sharing does impact charitable actions and giving, many online communicators issued a sigh of relief. Is WOM referral a right metric for small acts? And certainly we will.

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Hunger Measure Metrics Case Study 105

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 9, 2011

Instead, they identify key organizational results areas and associated metrics to define successes and failures. Momsrising wanted to demonstrate to Congress that there was a grassroots constituency that supported Medicaid and dispel a misperception that while Medicare has a strong constituency, Medicaid did not. increasing capacity.

Results 118

Results Facebook Metrics Measure 118

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

AUGUST 13, 2012

Achieving scale usually leads to sustainability: when we demonstrate that a new Benetech solution is far more effective than the status quo, we can usually find a way to finance that innovation for the future. Because technology is our signature tool for creating impact, we can easily build in the metrics.

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Articulate Open Source Metrics Open 137

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

.” The sense-making part is so important! And, one of the questions that keeps coming up is “How do we get our board or senior staff off their addiction to the wrong metrics, like views?” ” You have to show the connection between the metric and what matters! Asks so what?

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Reddit Data Time DC 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 3, 2011

The post provides some great recommendations on dashboard design, but also illustrates how to link your objectives, metrics, and KPIs to dashboard design. These become the metrics & KPIs behind our work. For our purposes, we are using several metrics: Referrals from specific sources. Daniel Chase. Click to see larger image.

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Social Media Media Social Metrics 97

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 21, 2011

Virtual collaboration: ability to work productively, drive engagement, and demonstrate presence as a member of a virtual team. My result metric is the number of good ideas and saved time getting those ideas that I get for blog posts, curriculum development, and presentations. Here’s how I do it: 1.

Skills 110

Skills Facebook Literacy Metrics 110

The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

With only rare exceptions, major metrics — total amounts given, number of funders, average grants — increased from the previous year. Not every metric increased. billion high seen in FY 2021, when COVID-19-related nonprofits demonstrated significant need. By Richard H. billion during their most recent fiscal years.

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Grant Paypal Nonprofit Metrics 97

Candid

MARCH 25, 2024

Not only do you need to explain what you’ve accomplished, you also need to provide metrics and/or anecdotal evidence that your programs are making a difference. Be prepared to demonstrate that you are intimately familiar with the needs of your community and know that your services are meeting them.

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Grant Organization Proposal Stream 105

Volunteer Hub

OCTOBER 11, 2021

When considering reward and recognition strategies it is key to have an end-goal and metric for measurement. Demonstrate and Communicate Impact…Often. Providing volunteers with updates regarding mission attainment will help demonstrate the individual impact they are making towards the cause and help to convey the big picture.

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Volunteer Tips Retention Demonstration 94

sgEngage

MARCH 15, 2024

If you are not sure which metrics are essential or how to convert your data into something stakeholders can grasp and absorb, start simply by setting clear goals. Learn more: Using Data to Make Annual Giving Work for You Measuring Outcomes Outcome metrics are powerful, necessary tools for demonstrating transparency and accountability.

Measure 95

Measure Help Analysis Metrics 95

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 16, 2012

Grit is a long-term metric, and though difficult to measure, it is a truer indicator than IQ or SAT scores and other static quantitative measures on the potential to achieve ultimate success. Do our grantee partners demonstrate dogged determination to get results? Does our staff? This is a new indicator I’ll be on the lookout for.

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Seattle Journal Children National 114

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Mobile banking programs, financial literacy workshops, and partnerships with credit unions demonstrate practical solutions that donors can directly support. These relationships grow through consistent updates, shared victories, and clear demonstrations of community impact.

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Homeless Support Build Strategy 58

Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 14, 2021

Capturing key engagement and donation metrics will help you to understand whether your new direction is working or if you need to try something else. . If you design a campaign to engage donors, your target metrics should be engagement, not donations. Eager to learn more about tools that can help you fundraise? About the Author.

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Experiment Fundraising Atlanta Digital 119

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 11, 2013

In the early days of a successful lean startup, they look like untentional nonprofit organizations because they are focusing on impact metrics: How effective are they serving their stakeholders or customers? A start up that demonstrates impact does need a business plan to become self-sustaining. What is your hypothesis?

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Conversation Benefit Metrics San Francisco 105