Posts tagged non-profit

Defining Success for Your Nonprofit Organization

Sometimes when you strive to create positive change, your efforts can seem so small. However, can even the smallest of victories be a success? Jan Schwaid revisits the definition of success for non-profits.

EvaluationJan SchwaidNovember 27, 2016success, non-profit, nonprofit, evaluationComment

Intern Blog #3: Information Design

As an MBA candidate with a focus on Business Analytics, I know how important data is to good decision-making. However, my time at Mockingbird has really driven home that when it comes to rallying people to action, whether it be volunteers, community partners, or grant funders, data needs to be more than just spreadsheets and percentages

Madeline ThomasSeptember 5, 2016intern, information, design, nonprofit, non-profit, evaluation, research, data Comment

Getting the Gang Together

We've been having lots of conversations recently with organizations who are being held back by not getting the most out of their board of directors. Since boards can be a huge asset when it comes to executing a strategic and effective evaluation plan we thought it would helpful to put together a couple of blogs on how to get the most out of your board from recruitment through meetings and beyond.

Jan SchwaidJuly 19, 2016boards, non-profit, nonprofit, b-corp, build, entrepreneurship, entrepreneurComment

WWPD: Randal Henry @ Community Intelligence

This month’s Proust Questionnaire was filled out by Randal Henry of Community Intelligence. Community Intelligence is dedicated to delivering consultant services that help organizations achieve their strategic, policy and programmatic goals.

Jessica PayneJuly 14, 2016proust, community intelligence, questionnaire, community, non-profit, nonprofit, entrepreneur, entrepreneurshipComment

Think Small: On Evaluation for Everyone

If there’s one thing most of us hate, it’s feeling small.

Jan SchwaidMay 19, 2016nonprofit, non-profit, learning lab, evaluation, data, analysisComment

Client Profile: Groceryships

We spoke with Dana Rizer, the managing director of Groceryships, to learn more about this inspiring nonprofit.

Jessica PayneApril 29, 2016client, profile, nonprofit, non-profit, groceryships, food insecurity, nutrition, wellness, healthComment

What Would Proust Do? WWPD

At the end of the 19th century, a young French writer named Marcel Proust answered a series of questions from a confession book, similar to what we’d call an autograph book. The responses to these inquiries were thought to unlock the true character of a person – it was a popular parlor game at the time. Proust’s eloquent, extraordinary answers became quite famous, and although he didn’t author the questions himself, the collective queries are now known as a Proust Questionnaire.

Jessica PayneApril 4, 2016proust, b-corp, nonprofit, non-profit, analysis, dataComment

Logic Models vs. Theory of Change AKA: how to get to a puppy filled meadow

You’re standing at the foot of a massive journey through the woods along an unsteady path, faced with every obstacle imaginable: brambles, clouds of stinging insects, savage beasts, plain old exhaustion. Reaching the end of this odyssey seems nearly impossible; there’s simply too much standing in your way. Though you know the trail ends in the most beautiful, serene meadow, filled with puppies and pots of gold, the obstacles seem insurmountable. How will you ever make it?

Jan SchwaidMarch 7, 2016logic models, analysis, theory of change, non-profit, nonprofit, entrepreneurComment

Who Are We? An Introduction

Welcome to Mockingbird Analytics! We’re so glad you’ve found us!

Jessica PayneFebruary 5, 2016mockingbird, data, nonprofit, entrepreneurship, entrepreneur, b-corp, social impact, non-profit, harper lee, analysisComment

Sep 19, 2023

How to Build a More Meaningful Board

Building a more meaningful nonprofit board is a critical task for organizations striving to make a lasting impact on their communities and causes. An engaged and effective board can be a driving force behind an organization's success. To help you navigate this journey, here are some recommendations on how to build a more meaningful nonprofit board.

Our Spring 2023 Incubator Seed Grant Winner: The Color of Excellence®️

Jul 21, 2023

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Our Spring 2023 Incubator Seed Grant Winner: The Color of Excellence®️

Read our interview with Founder & CEO of The Color of Excellence®️, Brittany Gail Thomas, Esq.! Interested in gaining new skills and knowledge for your nonprofit organization? Join our Incubator Program (more information in the article)!

Jun 22, 2023

The Evolution of the American Nonprofit & Philanthropy (Part 1)

Through the nation’s history, nonprofits have emerged as key players in addressing societal needs and providing essential services to marginalized communities. But nonprofits have also had negative impacts on the very people they claimed to serve. We invite you to join us in learning more about the history of American nonprofits so that we can take these lessons from the past and apply them to the challenges that we face today.

Our Fall 2022 Incubator Seed Grant Winner: Period Kits Ohio

Feb 17, 2023

Incubator, Grant Winner

Our Fall 2022 Incubator Seed Grant Winner: Period Kits Ohio

Each Incubator cohort, we work to bring grant seed funding to one of our participants to elevate their organization's mission. This past fall, Period Kits Ohio received funding from our partners to further their work.

Aug 15, 2022

Strategies to Build A Grants-Ready Nonprofit

Do you have all of the documents and information funders are asking for? And if you do, when was the last time they were updated? Here are 5 strategies to build a grants-ready nonprofit so you can avoid unnecessary stress and exhaustion and always be ready to apply for grants, even if your nonprofit is busy or if the deadline is short.

Jul 19, 2022

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Nonprofit Budget Mistakes to Avoid

Creating an accurate, achievable, and realistic budget for your nonprofit is incredibly important, as the budget creates the financial backbone of the entire organization. However, with so many ever-changing costs to factor in, plus the sometimes-unpredictable fluctuation of funding, budgeting can feel like a guessing game, and even the tidiest itemized spreadsheet can become an intimidating puzzle. Here are some tips to make the process easier and avoid the pitfalls that often come with creating a complex budget.

Jul 1, 2022

Donation campaign, Individual Donors, fundraising

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)

As your nonprofit progresses over time, stagnation becomes the enemy. To reach more clients, you’ll need to widen your net in a variety of ways: expand your reach, broaden your plans, and hire more employees. Before you can focus on these facets of your business, however, you’ll want to look closely at scaling up your budget.

May 22, 2022

Restricted vs. Unrestricted Funds for Nonprofits

May 2, 2022

Our Spring 2022 Incubator Seed Grant Winner: The A&R Agency

Each Incubator cohort, we work to bring grant seed funding to one of our participants to elevate their organization's mission. This past spring, The A&R Agency received funding from our partners to further their work.

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