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From Giving to Changing Lives: Creating a Donor Experience That Matters
Learn how to create a donor experience that builds trust, communicates real outcomes, and keeps supporters engaged in your mission—beyond the donation.
Jul 16, 2025


Data-Driven Collaboration for a Better Future
Discover how data-driven collaboratives funded by the Kauffman Foundation are advancing systemic change and creating healthier, more prosperous communities.
Jul 10, 2025


From Outputs to Outcomes: Rethinking Success in the Nonprofit Sector
Many nonprofits still rely on outputs to measure success—but these metrics miss the mark. Learn how to shift to outcomes-driven strategies that demonstrate real impact.
Jun 25, 2025


Nonprofit Staff Retention Starts with the Right Tools
Staff turnover remains one of the most persistent and expensive challenges facing nonprofits. While many organizations rely on mission...
Jun 18, 2025


The Future Is Collective: What Social Innovators Are Teaching Us About Shared Impact
The latest report from the World Economic Forum, The Future is Collective: Advancing Collective Social Innovation to Address Society’s...
Jun 12, 2025


A Blueprint for Nonprofit Sustainability in 2025 and Beyond
Discover four essential strategies for nonprofit sustainability in 2025, including innovation through data-driven learning, strategic partnerships, asset management, and measurable impact tracking. Learn how nonprofits can strengthen funding and mission resilience with practical guidance from SureImpact CEO Sheri Chaney Jones.
Jun 4, 2025


Budgeting for Impact: Why and How to Include Measurement Software in Your Nonprofit’s Budget
Every nonprofit approaches budget season a little differently. For some, June marks the end of the fiscal year. For others, December closes out financial activity. And then there are the organizations that wrap up in March, September, or some other off-month. Regardless of your timing, budget season should not just be about closing gaps and reviewing spreadsheets. It is a time to set priorities. This includes preparing your organization for something funders are increasingly
May 28, 2025


How Center of Hope Family Services Used Data to Expand Community Impact
The nonprofit organization Center of Hope Family Services increased their community impact after implementing impact measurement technology
May 28, 2025


Why Strategic Flexibility Matters for Nonprofit Success
Economic uncertainty is creating new challenges for nonprofit leaders. Here are four strategic priorities you should focus on; as well as a few practical tools you can use to stay flexible and grounded.
May 22, 2025


9 Tips for Empowering Your Team and Amplifying Your Impact
This article discusses nine ways to foster a nonprofit culture that inspires excellence in your team and increases your impact.
May 14, 2025


Rethinking Impact: How Nonprofits Can Respond to Economic Volatility With Data, Resilience, and Clarity
Economic volatility is exposing major weaknesses in nonprofit impact strategies. Sheri Chaney Jones of SureImpact explains how to shift from reactive to resilient using real-time data, funder alignment, and outcome-driven operations.
May 7, 2025


3 Reasons EHR and Traditional Case Management Software Are Not Enough for High-Impact Organizations
This week, we had the privilege of attending the annual conference for the Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies (NJHSA). Nonprofit leaders came together to network, learn about trends in the human services sector, and find ways to better serve individuals and families. It was wonderful to meet with our customers and with other organizations to share ideas about how to move the needle for high-need individuals and families in our communities. What was surprising was how
May 1, 2025


Unlocking Nonprofit Potential: Technology to Support Your Mission
Last week, I had the privilege of presenting in Baltimore as part of HubSpot Day at the beginning of the National Technology conference (NTC). This event was focused on fundraising and operational best practices for nonprofits. One of the highlights of the day was the launch of Benevolent Tech's Mission Action Pack (MAP) – a groundbreaking framework designed to empower nonprofits by integrating fundraising, marketing, and action data management into an intuitive system on the
Apr 23, 2025


How Hybrid Funding Models Drive Maximum Impact
Hybrid funding models blend trust-based and traditional philanthropy. Learn why this approach is gaining traction.
Apr 17, 2025


Trust Is the Currency of Impact: 5 Ways to Build Donor Confidence
Donor trust drives nonprofit success. Learn the five key drivers of trust from The Nonprofit Alliance.
Apr 10, 2025


Insights from the Microsoft Global Nonprofit Leadership Summit
"During the times of horse and buggy, no one thought to ask for a car." This quote perfectly captures the transformative era nonprofits...
Apr 3, 2025


How Donors Define Impact: What Nonprofits Need to Know
Donors define impact as strategic, results-driven giving. Learn how to communicate your outcomes effectively.
Mar 26, 2025


The Impact of Good Governance
This article discusses the impact of good nonprofit board governance and recommendations for building a healthy board-staff partnership.
Mar 18, 2025


Philanthropy’s Role in Uncertain Times: Why Giving More Isn’t Enough
MacArthur Foundation calls on funders to give 6% during financial uncertainty. Nonprofits must show results to attract this funding.
Mar 12, 2025


The Transformative Effect of MacKenzie Scott’s Giving and What It Means for the Social Sector
MacKenzie Scott’s philanthropy has transformed nonprofits. What can the social sector learn from it? Discover key insights from CEP’s study.
Mar 5, 2025
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