Nonprofits And Data

Identify The Data Problems 

• Information silos between departments
• Incomplete databases
• Outdated databases
• Duplicate records

Identify The Causes of Those Data Problems 

• Small organization
• No data experts available
• Data collected using basic tools eg. hand-written forms, notepads, forms, spreadsheets, etc.

How Do Nonprofits Value IT? 

Nonprofits typically value IT as an Engine Room.

Since nonprofits measure success in benefit to their cause, and not with profits, technology investments are typically put off. Projects that directly impact clients will almost always take priority over technology investments. IT is simply seen as a cost to keep the organization running. Fo nonprofits to make technology investments, they need to see how it will further their cause.

Why Should Nonprofits Be Concerned About Data? 

• Target funders and simplify fundraising process
• Increase marketing and communication efforts
• Enhance/ensure legal compliance
• Ability to track metrics other than profit to more clearly define success
• Manage performance better