3rd Sector Labs

APRIL 28, 2014

Keep in mind, however, that all CRMs and donor databases are different – each has its own database structure, definitions of key terms, and attributes for handling certain data types. A data migration is not an exercise in maintaining bad data practices. That depends on your organization’s structure. Is that okay?

Data 178

Data Donor Database Map 178

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 23, 2012

What we’ve found has been really positive—for the most part, our work has been making a difference, and our existing program structure has served our Programs and grantees well. This exercise has led us to the next step in our strategy review process- a draft that outlines key elements of our refreshed strategy.

Effective 96

Effective Program Work Review 96

Everyaction

JULY 18, 2018

Check your organization’s website, recent RFPs, grant proposals, etc. Use this section as the “elevator pitch” for your fundraising proposal. Don’t forget - despite the structured, sometimes mechanical feel a fundraising plan can have, storytelling does have a place in the planning process. Fundraising plan summary.

Guide 108

Guide Fundraising Nonprofit Template 108

Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 21, 2011

You are in the business every day of figuring out how to have people engage, have fun, and build skills – change their behaviors through games. For example, we just closed an RFP to solicit proposals to build a game for kids k-3 to better understand STEM. That said, there are structures within government that can handle risk.

Game 132

Game Education Change Classroom 132

Connection Cafe

JULY 23, 2013

Be sure to understand the nature of any proposed “customization” first in order to avoid misunderstanding. Often not, but the exercise of trying to do so is often worth the effort. Evaluate your team: Do you have the right skills sets and capacity in house? Development approach.

Build 32

Build API Evaluation Exercise 32

Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 29, 2009

We also ended the entire event with one of my favorite exercises, the Exquisite Corpse game, in which participants co-created comics of their craziest museum dreams. I'd like to see larger conferences incorporating an element like this--a structured opportunity for people to brainstorm with those who are outside their own personal networks.

Facilitation 32

Facilitation Reflection Museum Participatory 32

NTEN

JUNE 21, 2011

You are in the business every day of figuring out how to have people engage, have fun, and build skills - change their behaviors through games. For example, we just closed an RFP to solicit proposals to build a game for kids k-3 to better understand STEM. That said, there are structures within government that can handle risk.

Game 60

Game Education Change Classroom 60