Data Driven Nonprofits
by Steve MacLaughlin
$7.95
The nonprofit sector has grown dramatically in the last two decades and part of that trajectory has involved the growing use of technology. However, Steve MacLaughlin argues that nonprofits aren’t using data nearly as much as they could be to move their missions forward. This book focuses primarily on fundraising as the critical element needed to advance an organization. In each chapter, MacLaughlin uses interviews and case stories to explore the variety of ways in which nonprofits, big and small, use data to accelerate change.
Buy the original book (opens in a new window/tab)
- Learn why data is important to you and your organization.
- Identify common challenges to becoming more data driven.
- Encounter organizations of all shapes and sizes that have become more data driven.
- Explore what the future holds for nonprofits that embrace a data driven mindset.
About the Author
Steve MacLaughlin is Vice President of Data & Analytics at Blackbaud and is considered an expert on the nonprofit sector. His views on the philanthropic world have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, The Los Angeles Times and on NPR. MacLaughlin serves on the board of the Nonprofit Technology Network (NTEN) and is a frequent speaker at conferences and events. Steve earned both his undergraduate degree and a Master of Science degree in Interactive Media from Indiana University.
What is Page to Practice™?
This one-of-a-kind professional development tool keeps you informed about great books and best practices. Each Page to Practice™ summary includes an executive snapshot, nonprofit interpretations, highlighted passages and an author interview. Informed subscribers make better book choices and, ultimately, save time and money. You can improve your personal performance, compare the views of leading nonprofit thinkers and respond to emerging trends. Learn more about how subscribers apply this time-saving tool to their professional advancement or download a free sample.
Related products
-
More Information

Fundraising the SMART Way™: Predictable, Consistent Income Growth for Your Charity + Website
Fundraising is the lifeblood of the nonprofit, and, successful or otherwise, determines the organization's ability to provide for the group it serves. Every organization attempts to lower overhead while increasing donations, but this often proves to be impossible within existing frameworks. Effective fundraising - increasing donations while engaging more donors and lowering costs - requires a sound strategy that turns major roadblocks into minor hurdles that are easily overcome. It's not about trying harder, it's about working smarter.
by Ellen Bristol
$7.95 -
More Information

Negotiating Success: Tips and Tools for Building Rapport and Dissolving Conflict While Still Getting What You Want
Negotiating Success provides expert guidance on how to improve strategies and outcomes in negotiating anything in professional and personal life. With a constant focus on the mind, body, and spirit of the professional negotiator, this easy-to- ready text brings a holistic approach to the hard and soft skills needed for ethical negotiations.
by Jim Hornickel
$7.95 -
More Information

Relationship Fundraising: A Donor-Based Approach to the Business of Raising Money, 2nd Ed.
Internationally acclaimed fundraising consultant Ken Burnett has completely revised and updated his classic bookRelationship Fundraising to offer fundraising professionals an invaluable resource for learning the techniques of effective communication with donors in the twenty-first century.
by Ken Burnett
$7.95 -
More Information

It’s Not Just Who You Know: Transform Your Life (and Your Organization) by Turning Colleagues and Contacts into Lasting, Genuine Relationships
In this powerful guide to reaching out to others, Spaulding takes Dale Carnegie’s classic philosophy to the next level—how to create lasting relationships that go well beyond mere superficial contacts and “second floor” relationships.
by Tommy Spaulding
$7.95


Reviews
There are no reviews yet.