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by Niki Kidd | Jan 27, 2014 | Data and Analytics, Strategy
Many of the nonprofits we work with exist in very niche markets – either due to their size, the scope of their work, the specific cause they support, or the location of their constituent base. Because of this, many of the best practices and metrics supplied...
by Niki Kidd | Jan 24, 2014 | Strategy
In the San Francisco Bay Area, it seems as if a new social media tool or app appears every day. And at times, it is overwhelming keeping up. But with pressure from constituents, board members, staff, and volunteers asking why your nonprofit isn’t on the newest...
by Niki Kidd | Jan 10, 2014 | Audience Development, Data and Analytics, Fundraising, Messaging, Strategy
A new year, a new website. With a renewed outlook and some experience under our belts, we thought there was no better time to update our website. In this refresh, we focused on creating a site that best reflected our work, our personality, and our ideas. With that, we...
by Justin P. Clark | Dec 6, 2013 | Audience Development, Fundraising, Strategy
The second Giving Tuesday has come and gone. Reports vary on the increased level of fundraising – but it is likely somewhere between 50 and 90%. As Giving Tuesday continues to grow, it’s important to start thinking about the impact that it will have on your...
by Justin P. Clark | Nov 15, 2013 | Audience Development, Strategy
We recommend you read Alison Fine’s blog piece regarding how to help your nonprofit’s constituents understand that they matter in your work. One of the topics covered is asking for advice in a public setting. By creating this opportunity for individuals to contribute...
by Niki Kidd | Oct 11, 2013 | Fundraising, Messaging, Strategy
Bill Stone’s recent piece for Philanthropy introduces the important concept of asking – “What if?” Stemming from the current government shutdown, Stone encourages nonprofits to consider innovative solutions to problems they are currently facing by asking what...
