Cain Nonprofit Solutions

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Others ask very few questions and don’t require much in the way of hard metrics. But regardless of what type of proposals you may be working on at this moment in time, there is one thing I can say with certainty: You will run into proposals that ask you to write out the goals, objectives, and outcomes for your program or project.

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Define your segmentation goals. Any strong strategy starts with goal-setting. Based on your goals, choose the segmentation criteria you’ll rely on to group your supporters. If you’re missing any supporter information you need to reach your segmentation goals, enriching your database can fill those gaps.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Here’s what we suggest: We need to start rethinking annual giving metrics to create a new storyline about fundraising for higher education. Maybe we need to focus our attention on narrower metrics. News & World Report metric of alumni participation , the impact of this ranking indicator is going to show in our data for years.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 30, 2024

To better understand the shortcomings of for-profit metrics as a true measure of nonprofit success, lets look at how return on investment (ROI) is calculated. You will have the elements to translate between and marry the business metrics that ROI measured and your mission impact criteria.

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Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The less focused your nonprofit is, the less likely you are to achieve your goals because the organization is spread too thin. They pick a goal, define strategies, and stay focused on the small handful of metrics that measure the execution of the strategy. Successful nonprofits try to solve one specific difficult problem.

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Fundraising Metrics Nonprofit Federal Grants 98

Greater Giving

DECEMBER 19, 2022

These key event metrics quantify the success of your events, and can show you how to improve them. Tracking these key event metrics can deliver critical insight into what you’re doing well, and where your events need improvement. So what are those metrics, and what data do you need to track to analyze them? Sponsorship Dollars.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Moreover, 84% set departmental goals related to community engagement, and 68% include community engagement in performance reviews. However, only 20% measure societal outcomes of their volunteer programs. This presents a significant opportunity for nonprofits to act as vital community connectors and partners.

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CharityHowTo

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Improve your nonprofits grant success in 2025 with key metrics, goal-setting, and funder stewardship strategies to boost funding and sustainability.

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The Fundraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

One of the biggest challenges we face as major gift fundraisers is balancing two distinct ways of thinking: our internal, metrics-driven mindset versus the donor-focused approach that builds relationships. Dollars vs. Impact: Shift the Conversation to Outcomes The Fundraiser Mindset: "We need to close this $50,000 gift to hit our Q1 goal."

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

APRIL 21, 2025

Your goal is to get your donors to read your messages. Measuring your email metrics will help you communicate more effectively. All your words should count, so be careful about adding too much filler. That often includes bragging about your organization and explaining what you do. If it looks long and boring, they probably wont bother.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Clearly outline your immediate funding priorities, such as specific programs, campaigns, or goals. Highlight metrics, success stories, and detailed breakdowns of how donations were used to further your mission. Tips for Donation Transparency List current needs or priorities on your donation page. Publish an annual impact report.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 6, 2024

Just as a successful capital campaign follows defined steps and milestones, so does the work of a database manager—nitty-gritty, behind-the-scenes tasks to keep the campaign moving toward its goal. Gifts from prospects on the top of your giving pyramid are necessary to meet your campaign goal. Review reporting. Add data health tools.

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The Fundraiser Coach

MARCH 30, 2025

In unsettled times, it’s tempting to focus on metrics: number of meetings, dollars raised, goals hit. This change was the difference between a simple thank you and offering an opportunity to talk about their connection – about creating a relationship. What Gets in the Way of Connection? It happens in conversation.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 24, 2025

Mistake #6: Neglecting Data and Metrics Fail: Decisions are based on anecdotes rather than data-backed evidence. Track key metrics: Review donation retention rates, average gift size, cost per dollar raised, and lifetime donor value. Are they capturing the metrics that matter most for your organization? Plus, it costs $1.25

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HSF House

JUNE 4, 2025

One of the key materials for our study is the OURA ring, a popular health-tracking device that generates an extensive database of information on an individuals physiological metrics. These hormone metrics will provide critical data to track changes throughout our exercise intervention.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Set Clear Goals Establish specific, measurable goals for your year-end campaign: Fundraising Targets : Set clear monetary goals for December and communicate these goals to your supporters. Set New Goals : Establish new goals and strategies for the upcoming year to build on the momentum gained in December.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

By actively bringing together different departments and leading discussions around revenue diversification, you can set measurable goals, evaluate the ROI of each funding source, and make informed decisions about where to invest time and resources. How to Start: Create a time-limited campaign with a unique theme, challenge, or match goal.

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Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 2, 2025

Securing grant funding is a primary goal for many nonprofit organizations. Articulate clear interim and summative metrics to demonstrate the impact of your project. Does Your Mission Align with Funders Goals? Craft your proposal to align closely with the goals and priorities of the funding organization.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Before you begin any project involving data analysis, start by clearly outlining your goal so you know which metrics to analyze. First, we’ll cover how to determine your goals for your monthly giving program. When laying out your goal, consider following the SMART model for goal setting. Determine your objectives.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 14, 2025

For beginners, your success metrics and key performance indicators can provide essential direction. Each award category provides example proof points to guide you on metrics to share. Additionally, incorporating a tone of collaboration into your nomination helps us understand how teams worked together to achieve a project or goal.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 30, 2024

You can also have AI analyze recordings of past pitches to review metrics like listening ratio, speaker engagement, and overall emotional tone of the meeting. Adding the Human Touch to Reduce the Cringe We’d be remiss to not address how to avoid being creepy when using AI.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 13, 2025

The bottom line, for our purposes in this blog, is that objectives are increments or building blocks of a larger, over-arching goal. Use metrics, data, or benchmarks. Relevant/Realistic: Make sure your objective aligns with broader goals and is meaningful. For clarification, please see our blog on this topic.

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Fundly

JUNE 20, 2024

Your nonprofit’s donors lead busy lives—managing their careers, maintaining social relationships, and pursuing their personal goals. Consider metrics such as the total funds you raised and the number of new donors you acquired. Set a goal and budget. Promote your campaign. Thank all of your donors.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Here’s the deal: a well-planned year-end campaign isn’t just about hitting your goals. Start With a Clear Goal What do you want to accomplish before the year ends? What metrics will you track? Knowing your goals keeps your team focused and your message sharp. Share updates on how close you are to your year-end goal.

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Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Its initial goal was to create a day dedicated to giving back, providing a stark contrast to the consumerism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Use this preparation period to build a comprehensive strategy that clearly outlines your goals, identifies potential partnerships, and sets a solid timeline for promotional activities.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

And once you’ve shared your report with stakeholders, be sure to track engagement metrics afterwards to see how well your report performed and in which ways it could be strengthened in the future. Additionally, you can increase efficacy and accessibility, ensuring that all readers have a dynamic experience.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

An organizational plan, the equivalent of a private-sector business plan, lays out a nonprofits mission, goals, programs, and strategies for raising and managing funds. Pick a big, hairy, audacious goal (BHAG) that is clear, measurable, and accountable. Clearly define the social problem the organization is working to solve.

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Blackbaud

MAY 21, 2025

The best approach to improving your donation form is to test and see what works, making small changes to achieve your goals. Before testing, know your baseline metrics average gift amounts and your forms conversion rate. Remember, optimization is an ongoing process, and each test brings you closer to achieving your goals.

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Candid

JANUARY 28, 2025

According to Salesforces Nonprofit Trend Report , digitally mature nonprofits are 4x more likely than their peers to achieve their mission goals. Our goal is to equip nonprofits with the tools and resources needed to become more effective and stable in the long term, he says.

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Double the Donation

MAY 2, 2025

Despite being part of the same mission-driven organization, these two teams often operate in silos, focused on different metrics, systems, and strategies. But here’s the thing: their goals deeply overlap. If you work in fundraising at a nonprofit, chances are your path rarely crosses with the volunteer department, if at all.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

To be successful in securing grant funding, individuals must grasp the basic components involved in the grant application process, including eligibility criteria, application procedures, and evaluation metrics. Clear Objectives and Goals A successful grant proposal must articulate clear and concise objectives and goals.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 6, 2025

If you’re a fundraiser, this might sound familiar: An experienced development team at a mid-sized university foundation is doing everything right to hit their goals for prospect meetings. Developing More Holistic Metrics Our survey revealed that 52% of respondents feel total dollars raised is overemphasized as a performance metric.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 19, 2024

By doing some homework upfront, you ensure that the agency can hit the ground running and deliver a final product that truly reflects your organizations values, goals, and community needs. Define Clear Goals and KPIs A great website is more than a pretty faceits built to achieve specific objectives.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 21, 2024

While it may help fundraisers hit their metric goals, it doesn’t align with how major donors think, feel or give. And that’s where a deeper, more thoughtful strategy comes into play.

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Planned Giving

JANUARY 25, 2025

Getting Ready to Implement Moves Management Set Clear Goals Before implementing moves management, establish well-defined revenue targetsboth short-term and long-term. Moves management thrives when everyone understands the goals and commits to the necessary tasks, such as logging donor interactions or scheduling regular check-ins.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 23, 2025

” Monitor Performance Regularly: Track key metrics like CTR and conversion rates, making adjustments as needed to maintain compliance and optimize results. Use Precise Keywords: Target keywords that align with your mission, ensuring they resonate with your audiences search intent. Good: “Help fight hunger in your community!

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 24, 2024

As we have worked with nonprofits, some of those nonprofits love to delve into data and constantly adjust goals and metrics, and other nonprofits need more guidance about how to structure their goals to be data-driven. Instead, they ask more general questions like “What are your program goals.”

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