Year-End Fundraising Campaigns: The Missing Piece October 26, 2023 by Kristen Beireis Thinking in: CMS/Websites, CRM/AMS, Non Profit Tips, Strategy, Support TipsGiving Tuesday and year-end fundraising campaigns are almost upon us – are your technology systems prepared? Have you ever worked on a big jigsaw puzzle, and just when you’re about to complete the picture, you discover the final piece is missing? Oh, the aggravation of being left with that one little gap in the center,… Read More
Nonprofit Digital Security Policies September 27, 2023 by Kristen Beireis Thinking in: Non Profit Tips, StrategyIs your nonprofit’s digital security policy keeping you safe? Or is it hidden away, gathering dust? You can think of your organization’s digital security policies as the intricate threads of a spider’s web, crucial for both protection and efficiency. Much like how a spider’s web is strategically designed to collect food and offer shelter, nonprofit… Read More
Strengthen Donor Trust Through Technology September 1, 2023 by Kristen Beireis Thinking in: Non Profit Tips, StrategyImagine going to an amusement park and you’re excited for a day of fun! The signage getting into the park is confusing and you spend 15 minutes just figuring out how to access the parking lot. As you approach the entrance, you can ALMOST read the name of the park over the entrance as the… Read More
A Nonprofit Technology Adventure: Taming the Digital Wilderness July 31, 2023 by Kristen Beireis Thinking in: Non Profit Tips, StrategyNavigating the vast amount of nonprofit technology options can sometimes feel like trekking through a dense jungle. Fear not! Let us guide you on a nonprofit technology adventure through this digital wilderness, so you can find the right systems to enhance engagement, impact, and efficiency. Embrace the Unpredictable Jungle Think of you and your team… Read More
Nonprofit Technology Committee: A Strategy for Long-Term Efficiency & Effectiveness July 5, 2023 by Kristen Beireis Thinking in: Non Profit Tips, StrategyWho holds the big picture of your nonprofits’ technology environment? Are there different people in charge of your CRM, CMS, volunteer, financial, and ticketing systems? Do they meet regularly to talk about the different technologies they administrate? There comes a point in the life of many growing nonprofits where the short-term strategies of disparate technology… Read More
A Nonprofit Technology Mindset to Drive Impact July 3, 2023 by Andrew Wainacht Thinking in: Non Profit Tips, StrategyTechnology has the potential to greatly enhance the way nonprofits operate, enabling them to scale their mission and reach more people than ever before. However, effectively using these tools for greater impact requires more than just buying the latest and greatest apps and gadgets. It demands a shift in mindset and a careful consideration of… Read More
User Experience for Nonprofits: 5 Tips for Improvement May 30, 2023 by Andrew Wainacht Thinking in: Design, StrategyIf your organization has invested in technologies like a CRM, member management system, or website, you understand the critical role these tools can play in building meaningful relationships with donors, volunteers, and stakeholders. However, to truly harness the power of technology, it’s essential to focus on improving the user experience for nonprofits. Technology is a… Read More
Nonprofit Data Collection: Outlining the Story May 4, 2023 by Kristen Beireis Thinking in: CRM/AMS, Salesforce, StrategyBefore you write a story, it’s a good idea to create an outline so you can see how the structure comes together and elaborate from there. The same applies to the stories you tell through data collection in nonprofit organizations. First you need a story concept, then you can create an outline with all the… Read More
Nonprofit Center of Excellence for Technology April 28, 2023 by Andrew Wainacht Thinking in: Non Profit Tips, StrategyNonprofit organizations, like any business, are increasingly relying on technologies like CRMs to carry out their missions and achieve their goals. From fundraising to program management, technology plays a crucial role in helping nonprofits more effectively engage with their constituents and execute on their missions. Managing that technology however can be a daunting task for… Read More
Nonprofit Data Hygiene: Take Time Now, Save Time Later February 24, 2023 by admin Thinking in: Non Profit Tips, Strategy, Support TipsWritten By: Molly Riordan and Allie Tabberer Does your nonprofit practice good data hygiene? Just like brushing your teeth every day is a good way to prevent dental problems down the road, establishing good habits around data will help keep your technology systems healthy and functional. While overlooking good data hygiene might not cause cavities,… Read More
Donor Portals Create a Personalized Digital Experience January 31, 2023 by Kristen Beireis Thinking in: CMS/Websites, Design, StrategyYou already know the value of having a well-designed website that leads people to take action. In this time of remote and hybrid work, people would rather save their face-to-face time for their friends and family. 35% of Americans say that “large gatherings, going out, and socializing” are less important since the pandemic (World Economic… Read More
Nonprofit Open Source Systems. Are They Really Free? January 28, 2023 by Paul Keogan Thinking in: CMS/Websites, CRM/AMS, StrategyIt’s enticing to think about having a free CRM or website, especially for nonprofit organizations that have other places they’d rather spend their donor or grant dollars. If that’s what you’re after, are open source systems the way to go? Well, maybe! The biggest misconception about open source systems is that they’re free to use.… Read More
