Maryanne Chiriboga“Data-driven” sounds like a cold, corporate term. But for a nonprofit, it’s about being “mission-driven” more effectively. It means using the information you already have to make smarter decisions, deepen your impact, and tell a more powerful story. Once you have your data organized in a good system (like a CRM), here are three simple […]
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Maryanne ChiribogaMany nonprofits start out managing their donors and volunteers in a collection of spreadsheets. It’s simple and free, but as you grow, it quickly becomes a liability. Data gets duplicated, history gets lost, and collaboration becomes a nightmare. It’s time to move beyond the spreadsheet. What is a CRM (and Why Does it Matter)? A […]
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Maryanne ChiribogaWhat is your nonprofit’s most valuable asset? Is it your building? Your computers? We’d argue it’s something you might be storing in a simple spreadsheet: your list of donors, volunteers, and supporters. When you hear the word “database,” you might picture complex code and servers. But in reality, a database is just an organized collection […]
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Maryanne ChiribogaThe Operating System (OS) is the soul of your computer, the foundation upon which everything else runs. But which is the right choice for your nonprofit’s unique needs and budget? Let’s break down the main contenders. Windows: The Ubiquitous Workhorse Pros: It’s the most common OS in the world, meaning it’s compatible with the widest […]
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