Donor churn is the percentage of your donors who choose not to donate again. Donor churn is an important nonprofit metric to measure and take steps to reduce the number of donors who will not make a donation the following year. […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of nonprofit organizations, the ability to effectively engage and retain donors has become paramount. As technology advances and donor expectations shift, nonprofits must adapt their strategies to stay relevant and impactful. This article explores how data-driven approaches can revolutionize donor engagement, stewardship, and overall nonprofit success. […]
In today’s fundraising landscape, marked by a noticeable decrease in overall giving, dwindling donor numbers, and falling retention rates, it’s important for fundraisers to consider new fundraising strategies and approaches. This is an opportune moment to critically evaluate established fundraising methods and philosophies and evaluate the role of data and technology infrastructure in supporting these methods. In this post, we will discuss the current challenges in nonprofit fundraising. We will challenge current fundraising philosophies – debunking the commonly held belief that wealth dictates generosity – and offer an alternative approach. [...]
In 1996, Bill Gates wrote an essay called “Content is King.” In it, he discusses the potential of the internet to ignite a substantial increase in content creation and new revenue streams. Over 25 years later, his assessment holds true: […]
In today’s digital age, nonprofit organizations face unique challenges and opportunities when it comes to digital transformation. To stay relevant, increase their impact, and effectively fulfill their missions, nonprofits must embrace the power of digital technology. In this article, we will explore six expert tips for nonprofit CEOs specifically tailored to achieving successful digital transformation in their organizations. […]
The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has opened new avenues for digital transformation. Nonprofit professionals have a unique opportunity to embrace this new technology. However, the vast terminology, rapid advancements, and ethical considerations can make exploring AI a daunting task. […]
Nonprofit CRM reporting is essential for organizations to drive effective decision-making based upon their donor data. In this blog post, we define CRM reporting including report types, benefits of reporting, helpful reports, as well as tips to ensure you generate the most impact from your CRM reporting. […]
Instead of having to “do more with less,” here’s how your nonprofit can better allocate resources to “do more with more.” Since the Great Recession, nonprofit organizations have grown in both size and number. Donation participation and gift totals are at an all-time high. […]
For the ninth consecutive year, world-renowned research and advisory firm Gartner has positioned Microsoft as a Leader in the Magic Quadrant for Business Intelligence for its cloud-based Power BI software product. […]
In other great Microsoft news, it was announced that the software giant recently completed the acquisition of Metanautix, a data analysis company whose aim is to tear down data silos in order to “connect the ‘data supply chain,’ no matter what [sic] the type, size or location of an organization’s data.” […]