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12 Top Financial Metrics Nonprofits Need to Know

Blackbaud

In this post, we’ll break down the key financial metrics every nonprofit should monitor, explain why they matter, and provide actionable guidance on how to use them. The metrics you emphasize will depend on your funding sources, financial situation, and strategic goals.

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Innovative Approaches for Grantmakers to Address Grantee Well-Being

Blackbaud

Making this shift includes moving beyond traditional metrics of success that prioritize short-term results over long-term sustainability and embracing approaches that are relational, equitable, and human-centered. The post Innovative Approaches for Grantmakers to Address Grantee Well-Being first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog by Blackbaud.

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Bridging gaps and weaving networks: The vital work of place-based intermediaries

Candid

Leadership development: PBIs help train local leaders, build resilient organizations, and prevent burnout. Fellow PBIs can explore resources such as the National PBI Directory, PBI Glossary , and blog posts to learn more. How have place-based intermediaries made a difference?

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Thriving Together: How Funders Can Drive Sustainable Impact Through Grantee Well-Being

Blackbaud

I had many moments when I was on the edge of burnout doing my part to move the mission forward. Across the sector, burnout and its consequences are widespread. According to the Well-being Project , changemakers experience high levels of burnout, stress, depression, chronic illness, and weak personal relationships.

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Listening for the Beat of Change: Conversational Grantmaking Where Accountability Demands Listening

Blackbaud

According to the Center for Effective Philanthropy’s State of Nonprofits 2025 report , over 90 percent of nonprofit leaders cite political and economic instability as a barrier to advancing their mission, and nearly as many report staff burnout as a significant challenge. Without clarity, these tools can reinforce harm.

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How to Turn Donor Data Into Clear Next Steps (Not Another Dashboard)

Community Boost

You don’t need 100 metrics, just the 5–10 that truly drive relationships and retention for your organization 2. That’s what leads to more retained donors , more giving, and less burnout for your team. Your nonprofit doesn’t need another dashboard. You need clarity. You need direction. And, most of all, you need time back.

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Building Community Through School Fundraising Events | Big Fundraising Ideas

Big Fundraising Ideas

Beyond Fundraising: Building Community Through SchoolEvents Blog Summary: School fundraising is more than just collecting donations-its an opportunity to bring together students, parents, teachers, and local businesses to create lasting memories and a sense of belonging. Volunteer Burnout Recruiting and retaining volunteers can be tough.