Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 3, 2013

But it wasn’t until Active Voice brought on a full time evaluator that were we able to identify and actually measure the kind of shifts we think films can contribute to. This is now the core work of Active Voice, designing outcome-oriented strategies and implementing story-fueled, measurable campaigns. Measurement'

Measure 108

Measure Impact Evaluation Voice 108

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

“In the past year I have been struck again and again by how important measurement is to improving the human condition. You can achieve amazing progress if you set a clear goal and find a measure that will drive progress toward that goal—in a feedback loop. You use the measurement as feedback to make adjustments.

Measure 104

Measure Ethiopia Nonprofit Summary 104

Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

While you can use several marketing elements from your individual donor campaigns in your grant applications, creating effective proposals requires some additional considerations. Below, we’ll cover nine best practices and tips on how to write a winning grant proposal. Leverage Language and Formatting From Past Grants.

Proposal 83

Proposal Grant Effective Language 83

TechCrunch

AUGUST 7, 2023

On Tuesday, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), the nation’s top internet watchdog, unveiled a series of proposed measures aimed at regulating the application of facial recognition. The proposal is seeking public opinions until September 7.

Measure 80

Measure China Proposal Museum 80

TechSpot

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Researchers from Johns Hopkins University and the University of California have suggested a set of cryptographic tools that could counteract AirTag stalking better than Apple's current measures. The researchers believe that Apple's default anti-stalking features can compromise legitimate users' privacy. Read Entire Article

Research 113

Research Method Proposal California 113

Charity Village

AUGUST 16, 2021

The Government of Canada is proposing to extend the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy and Lockdown Support until October 23, 2021, and increase the wage and rent subsidy rates between August 29 and September 25, 2021.

Canada 52

Canada Proposal Government Measure 52

TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

A year ago, a Massachusetts court ruled to throw out a 2022 proposed ballot measure that sought to define gig workers as independent contractors rather than employees. Now it appears that proposal is getting a second wind.

Massachusetts 121

Massachusetts Question Proposal Measure 121

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Essentially, this is a folder of Word documents each containing answers to common grant application questions, like organization mission and activities, the greatest challenges our nonprofit faces, how we measure and evaluate program impact, how we recognize funders, etc. Clearly explain how you will measure success. Excite the funder.

Grant 97

Grant Application New Hampshire Library 97

Candid

MAY 7, 2024

How are you measuring progress? While only some grantmakers ask you to submit a logic model, virtually all expect the narrative of your proposal—the description of how the program works, its purpose, and its results—to include the same information as a logic model would. What are your strategies for making it happen?

Proposal 65

Proposal Grant Story Impact 65

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2021

It can also be used to measure progress and keep the planning team focused. A project charter serves as a compass to keep the team firmly pointed at goals established at the beginning. It serves as the reference point to settle disputes, avoid “ scope creep ,” and judge the usefulness of ideas. Step 5: Finalize a Budget and Timeline.

Websites 314

Websites Analytics Nonprofit Project 314

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Thats when youll be asked to provide detailed financial reports, budgets, and plans for executing your program and measuring your success. The Letter of Inquiry is part of the grantmaking process because it would be overwhelming and time-consuming for funders to review 15-page proposals from everyone seeking money.

Grant 98

Grant Template Children Proposal 98

The Verge

JULY 5, 2021

A new letter from a tech industry group is driving home the risks of Hong Kong’s proposed anti-doxxing rules. The letter comes in response to series of amendments to Hong Kong’s Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO), proposed by the privacy commissioner in response to concerns around online doxxing.

Proposal 79

Proposal Tech Companies Asia 79

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

And, as I was sharing earlier, we usually teach this in person over a period of two to three hours, so, you all are getting the, what we’ll call, the boot-camp version of “Measure of Success.” If so, then that gives a measure of assurance to donors to say, “This is a program that has worked. Is it measurable?

Impact 109

Impact Measure Process Report 109

The Verge

MAY 28, 2020

Shareholders will have seven proposals to vote on at that meeting, the first three of which are from Tesla. Proposal four is from shareholder James M. Tesla disagrees, and is recommending shareholders vote down the proposal. Proposal six is for Tesla to scrap forced arbitration. Tesla recommends voting it down.

Award 145

Award Proposal Money Files 145

Qgiv

APRIL 2, 2024

Nonprofit grant proposals can be a daunting task for fundraisers, but it’s a key way to help gain more sustainable funding for your organization. From finding the right grants to writing and applying for them, grant proposals require a lot of research and attention to detail! What is a grant proposal?

Proposal 52

Proposal Grant Template Guide 52

Forum One

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The European Union is already leading the charge in carbon-friendly AI solutions, proposing comprehensive regulations that would require detailed greenhouse gas reporting for AI systems. By building this analysis into the decision-making process, organizations can make more informed choices about when and how to leverage AI responsibly.

Digital 104

Digital Impact United States Integration 104

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 9, 2014

I had the opportunity to speak with both Gallucci and Roy about this unique funder collaborative and more specifically about how the Partnership to Strengthen Innovation and Practice in Secondary Education would measure the impact of their investments.

Philanthropy 164

Philanthropy Education Foundation Africa 164

TechSpot

JUNE 21, 2024

The proposed rectangular substrate is currently undergoing trials. Measuring a substantial 510mm by 515mm, it reportedly boasts over three times the usable area of current round wafers. Additionally, the rectangular shape reduces wasted space around the edges. The study is still in the early stages, and its results may take.

Proposal 94

Proposal Measure Studies Results 94

Engadget

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Honda proposed several options, including establishing a joint holding company, wherein the automaker would be the one appointing the CEO and majority of directors. However, it also proposed a structure wherein Honda would be the parent company, whereas Nissan would be the subsidiary.

Structure 109

Structure Proposal Discussion Environment 109

Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Impact measurement — the process of measuring and communicating your nonprofit’s impact — can effectively convey the value and outcomes of your work to your stakeholders, which in return funds more impact. Measuring progress against targets increases efficiency. How does impact relate to both of these trends?

Impact 69

Impact Measure Evaluation Management 69

Bloomerang

JULY 28, 2021

By partnering with a skilled practitioner who understands your needs and is familiar with the field, the proposal you ultimately create has a greater chance of success. Measurable – How much? Consultant role – Are we looking for someone to advise, analyze, diagnose, propose solutions, implement solutions, or something else?

Consultant 126

Consultant Process Nonprofit Proposal 126

The NonProfit Times

JUNE 4, 2024

#3 Write sections of grant proposals While AI cannot even come close to replacing your depth of knowledge and experience, it can help you write sections of grant proposals. Ask ChatGPT to create SMART objectives, a needs statement, and performance measures.

Grant 111

Grant Practice Proposal Homeless 111

Qgiv

MAY 16, 2022

Grants aren’t always easy to get, but with a well-written proposal, you can blow your competition out of the water. These grants can be difficult to get and require a well-thought-out grant proposal. Letter of inquiry, grant letters, and grant proposals. There are three types of proposals you may face when searching for grants.

Proposal 52

Proposal Grant Instruction Instructional 52

Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2024

In FY23 they submitted 40 proposals for a total of $2.4M — Need Direction Dear Need Direction, While it’s generally a good idea to look for metrics against which to measure performance, in this case it’s a difficult thing to quantify. This requires tailoring your proposal specifically for each particular funder.

Grant 121

Grant Management Time Proposal 121

The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

They need to know what is being promised, what outcomes will be measured, how much capacity it will take, and what the expectations are. You can feel good about submitting a clear and well-defined proposal, and the reporting process becomes stronger. As the grant professional, you are not the sole decision maker.

Grant 59

Grant System Create Los Angeles 59

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

In my forthcoming book, “ Measuring the Networked Nonprofit ,” co-authored with KD Paine, my favorite chapter was about the sense-making process of measurement – called “Measurement and the Aha! Source: Hot Button Studio. Moment—Using your data to tell stories, make decisions, and change the world.”

Measure 137

Measure Blended Chapter Picture 137

The Sponsorship Collective

JANUARY 16, 2024

Before you dive in, if you are interested in event sponsorship, check out these titles in our “sponsorship for events” series: How to Find Corporate Sponsorship for an Event How to Ask for Sponsorship for an Event The Six Step Event Sponsorship Checklist 5 Things to Include in Your Event Sponsorship Proposal How to Measure […]

Proposal 93

Proposal Measure Active Activism 93

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

In this survey sample of 170 nonprofits receiving $5 million or more in foundation funding, they use performance measurement data as a management tool. The report does not include any examples or mini-case studies what data these nonprofits are using to inform their understanding of their progress and efforts to improve on an ongoing basis.

Data 113

Data Nonprofit Measure Sample 113

sgEngage

MAY 16, 2024

Applications, proposals, progress reports, impact metrics – the data collected throughout the grantmaking lifecycle is vast and ever-growing. The Data Deluge in Grantmaking: Drowning in Information Remember the days when grantmaking relied on paper proposals and handwritten reports? Grantmakers are swimming in a sea of information.

Data 95

Data Impact Grant Government 95

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

For nonprofit managers who oversee tedious administrative work and grant proposal grinds, for instance, AI is a godsend for reducing time suck. Finally, and this is critical: Measure your results against expectations. Measure, measure, measure. This is a marathon, not a sprint.

Campaign 240

Campaign Giving Nonprofit Google 240

Candid

JANUARY 21, 2025

Despite being a basic safety measure, seat belts were introduced late, and even then, only for luxury cars at first. According to a Candid survey , 23% of grantmakers say they dont accept AI-generated grant proposals. Reduced staff burnout : Conduct regular wellness surveys to measure mental health and workload satisfaction.

Philanthropy 52

Philanthropy Literacy Adopt Grant 52

The Verge

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Facebook has decided to block both Australian users and media companies from sharing links to news articles and related content on its main social network, following the country’s proposed landmark regulatory measure that would force tech giants to pay Australian news organizations for using their content.

News 105

News Facebook Share Australia 105

sgEngage

MARCH 12, 2024

Exit 1: Disqualification Road Exit 2: Proposal Avenue Exit 3: The Stewardship Fork Once you know what road you’re on with a potential donor, you can decide to press the gas or to let it go and move on to a better-fit major gift prospect. The most successful MGOs are intentional about proposals and use them to clear out traffic jams.

Gift 108

Gift Proposal Blackbaud Donor 108

Candid

JULY 15, 2024

“[R]ecognizing the critical need to act with fierce urgency to support our nonprofit partners as well as the people and communities hit hardest by the impacts of COVID-19,” they implemented measures such as converting project-based grants to unrestricted support, accelerating payment schedules, and making new grants as unrestricted as possible.

Practice 95

Practice Change Grant Proposal 95

The Verge

APRIL 6, 2022

The US Army Corps of Engineers has closed a permit application for a proposed expansion of SpaceX’s Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas — a potential snag in the company’s plans to add new launch and landing pads to the area, as well as substantially grow the site. SpaceX proposed to modify its existing permit for an expansion.

Application 98

Application Proposal Texas Alternative 98

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Nonprofit Grant Proposal Budget Calculations: A Road Map Whats the best way to make your nonprofits budget stand out on a grant application? Author Mary Diegert shares nonprofit grant proposal budgeting tips, and a road map for overcoming the challenges of calculating the revenue and expense numbers that will populate your one-page budget.

Review 74

Review Grant Nonprofit Lesson 74

The Verge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

The FAA has issued more than $1 million in proposed fines, but the agency does not have the authority to conduct criminal prosecutions. The passengers in those incidents were referred to law enforcement and the FAA has proposed fines ranging from $29,000 to $45,000.

Info 105

Info Share San Francisco New York 105