Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of hearing Chip Giller from grist.org give a talk at the Packard Foundation about their social media strategy and how they used measurement. The talk was so insightful that I’m sharing what I learned. Among other changes, it requires encouraging employers to have more bike friendly policies.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 13, 2011

. Last week public relations and measurement professionals met in Lisbon for a Summit hosted by AMEC (The International Association for Measurement and Evaluation of Communications). 2: Measuring the Effect on Outcomes is Preferred to Measuring Outputs : Measure your results, not just numbers.

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Shockingly, the latest Association Trends Study reports that just 34% of association professionals rank their organization as an excellent technology user when protecting member data with additional security measures like multi-factor authentication (MFA). Prioritize your members by protecting your organization’s data. Download now

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

But there are structural problems that create inequality which, in combination with climate change, pose an existential threat to the nonprofit sector itself. Tragically, the most severe consequences will likely be borne by the world’s poor, who did the least to cause the problem. We are facing a future of growing human need.

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Qgiv

JUNE 11, 2024

Additionally, CCF stresses the importance of addressing the root causes of problems within your community to foster meaningful change. By focusing on the needs of the local community, community-centric fundraising can provide local solutions that are tailored to the community’s problems, making them more effective. Trust building.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Note from Beth: Shonali Burke, who we interviewed in “ Measuring the Networked Nonprofit , let me know about an exciting project she is working on with the Center for Community Change that is hosting the 8th Annual Change Champion Awards (in DC) today (Sept. What exactly are the right metrics for measuring this transformation?

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Gyrus

JULY 25, 2024

LMS security involves measures to safeguard a learning management system (LMS) from unauthorized access, data breaches, disruption, modification, and other security threats. Disseminates automated notifications for policy updates and acknowledgment in employees’ preferred languages, ensuring everyone is up-to-date.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The rate of volunteerism, as measured by the Current Population Survey of the U.S. The news is not all bad though, especially if you consider the power of philanthropy to not only solve shared problems, but to also give those engaged in giving and volunteering connectedness, purpose and joy. Census Bureau and the U.S. Create community.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 17, 2024

Some organizations utilize Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure their goals. Donorbox defines KPIs as “a measurable value that demonstrates how effectively a nonprofit (or another type of organization) is achieving its key organizational objectives.” KPIs should be clear, quantifiable, and adaptable.

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Gyrus

JULY 25, 2024

LMS security involves measures to safeguard a learning management system (LMS) from unauthorized access, data breaches, disruption, modification, and other security threats. Disseminates automated notifications for policy updates and acknowledgment in employees’ preferred languages, ensuring everyone is up-to-date.

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Gyrus

JULY 25, 2024

LMS security involves measures to safeguard a learning management system (LMS) from unauthorized access, data breaches, disruption, modification, and other security threats. Disseminates automated notifications for policy updates and acknowledgment in employees’ preferred languages, ensuring everyone is up-to-date.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In the needs section of a grant, you need to do three things to score high on a grant proposal: Eliminate flowery language, Include sources and citations, and Include a clear Problem Statement. What I see the most often in this section is that grant writers include a flowery narrative with a lot of information about problems.

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sgEngage

MAY 30, 2024

Retaining top performers is likely a measure of your effectiveness and success in your role. What problem spots do you already know about? Regularly collecting employee feedback can: Help you identify weak spots or perceived problems with different aspects of your talent strategy. What are you currently doing or not doing?

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Gyrus

MARCH 14, 2024

In the learning and development context, the auditor examines the extent to which training objectives were achieved, whether the laid down, processes were followed adequately and correctly, what deficiencies were observed in case of suboptimal results, and the possible remedial measures, etc. An audit serves as a risk-mitigating measure.

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Gyrus

MARCH 14, 2024

In the learning and development context, the auditor examines the extent to which training objectives were achieved, whether the laid down, processes were followed adequately and correctly, what deficiencies were observed in case of suboptimal results, and the possible remedial measures, etc. An audit serves as a risk-mitigating measure.

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Gyrus

MARCH 14, 2024

In the learning and development context, the auditor examines the extent to which training objectives were achieved, whether the laid down, processes were followed adequately and correctly, what deficiencies were observed in case of suboptimal results, and the possible remedial measures, etc. An audit serves as a risk-mitigating measure.

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Kindful

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Everyone sees problems in the world, but true visionaries have the drive and the passion to engage everyone around them to help solve them. Perhaps you are one of those people who have a unique solution to solving a problem or filling a need and the drive and ambition to accomplish it. How will you measure success for your nonprofit?

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Existing research identifies gaps in the ways in which community engagement is measured. Moreover, an engaged community can lead to a more empowered community that works collectively to solve problems and implement change. Nonprofit organizations can measure community engagement in a number of ways. There is no golden standard.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 11, 2023

While protective technology is imperative, cybersecurity is primarily a people problem. Insurance companies have tightened policies to mitigate their losses as claims have risen with ransomware payouts. Policies vary widely. Ensure that any policies you implement are measurable and enforceable.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

If your organization relies on volunteers, even just a little, you need a volunteer handbook that spells out expectations, policies, and procedures. Volunteer policies and procedures: It is critical that you have policies and procedures in place that minimize potential problems that could arise.

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The NonProfit Times

JULY 1, 2024

Internal and administrative issued trailed these attributes, with 55% of respondents focusing on whether a nonprofit’s board provides adequate oversight of staff and operations, and less than half – 47% – focusing on how the nonprofit’s policies and procedures address diversity, equity and inclusion. That’s the real problem.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Data silos are a common problem across all industries and can cause serious pain points, especially as data volume increases. Restricted research: Inconsistent data restricts healthcare teams’ ability to perform meaningful research and problem-solve. This leads to measurable growth and improved patient results.

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Gyrus

MARCH 20, 2024

Training ROI measures the financial return that your organization gains from investing in employee training. When you can show that training leads to measurable improvements in performance, it becomes easier to secure buy-in from leadership. It allows you to demonstrate the value of training to stakeholders and justify the expenditure.

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Gyrus

MARCH 20, 2024

Training ROI measures the financial return that your organization gains from investing in employee training. When you can show that training leads to measurable improvements in performance, it becomes easier to secure buy-in from leadership. It allows you to demonstrate the value of training to stakeholders and justify the expenditure.

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Forum One

MARCH 12, 2024

While the increased productivity you can achieve with generative AI may be measured in return on investment (ROI), the larger impact is seen in the day-to-day lives of marketers and content creators who can focus on activities that deepen campaign engagement. We’re always eager to problem-solve with you.

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Forum One

JUNE 1, 2021

A well-designed governance framework significantly reduces confusion over roles and responsibilities, improves communication between teams, and provides consistent policies across channels and teams for a cohesive and strategic approach. What policies exist? Which policies are missing? 3 elements of an effective governance plan.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 5, 2022

If you company is experiencing a constant or newly presented problem, a change will need to be made. Strategic Change – this involves changes to the policies and processes. Remedial Change – when a problem is identified and a solution is implemented. Consider the problem or opportunity at hand. Measure Your Progress.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Many organizations’ risk management plans focus on the steps they’ll take to mitigate problems once they’ve occurred. Strengthen Your Organization’s Internal Controls Internal controls are policies and procedures that nonprofits put in place to help avoid risky situations. Adopting a conflict of interest policy.

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sgEngage

JUNE 12, 2024

In reality, a number of potential problems can stand between your organization and a thriving online giving program. Mistake 4: Not highlighting your security policy If you don’t have a secure infrastructure, donors won’t feel safe sharing their personal information through your donation forms. Show donors your security measures.

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Association Analytics

JULY 22, 2021

The scope of the problem seems really big…but is bad data really preventing you from getting your work done? Measure Progress: Stay on top of your data. Establish Data Governance Policies: Put a data source inventory in place if you don’t have one. Have you allocated time for routine maintenance? Okay, take a deep breath.

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Qgiv

JULY 16, 2024

What problems does fundraising data management solve? What problems can fundraising data management solve? By solving these problems, you can focus more on your mission and less on administrative tasks. What is fundraising data or database management? How do I start using fundraising data? Regularly update records. Integration.

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sgEngage

MAY 30, 2023

By fostering relationships, promoting knowledge exchange, and encouraging collective problem-solving, foundations help create a vibrant ecosystem where nonprofits can learn from one another, share resources, and amplify their impact.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

He holds a master’s in neuroscience and a master’s in public policy from the University of Oxford, where he studied as a Rhodes scholar. Now with C40 Cities, she supports cities in the global network to develop and implement inclusive climate action plans, policies, and programs. Policy Associate, The Nature Conservancy.

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Bloomerang

JULY 1, 2021

The problem is that these donor drives don’t pay off quickly. The hardest part is measuring the effectiveness of a particular campaign and trying to predict gifts in wills’ income for the future. You have to measure more by sign up rather than funds coming in, which is quite different to most other donor drives.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 1, 2022

The problem with ratios. They often use financial ratios to measure a nonprofit's impact, but these do not most accurately showcase a program's efficiency. Storytellers strategically place the donor or prospect into the story, allowing them to help solve a problem, making them a hero.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 22, 2022

The lack of diversity in our country’s leadership has become a topic of scrutiny in recent years, and the nonprofit sector is not exempt from the problem. Identifying clear, measurable goals with transparent dashboards to ensure there is accountability for how DEI efforts are being achieved. Illustration by Yuxin Qin.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 9, 2016

How can advocacy make a measurable difference for your organization? And since advocacy often involves coalitions, it can be difficult to measure who owns the success—or quite possibly the failure—of initiatives. Crutchfield and McLeod suggest that there “five principles for successful policy change”.

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