This blog shares four key principles of information design to help nonprofits turn raw data into clear, compelling visuals for funders, stakeholders, and community members.

This blog explains why every nonprofit—especially new and growing ones—needs a strategic plan and evaluation framework. Learn how to set clear goals, build a path forward, and measure the impact of your work.

Board meetings don’t have to be long, awkward, or inefficient. This blog offers practical tips for leading effective nonprofit board meetings that build engagement, accountability, and momentum—with just a hint of humor.

Letters of Interest (LOIs) help nonprofits introduce their mission and funding needs before submitting a full proposal. This blog walks you through what an LOI is, why funders use them, and how to write one that gets noticed—with step-by-step tips and examples from the Mockingbird Analytics team.

This blog offers a practical and engaging guide for nonprofit leaders recruiting their first board. From building intentionally to creating a board that supports evaluation and fundraising strategy, it highlights the key traits and steps needed to get the right people around the table.

This blog explores why evaluation is essential for nonprofits of all sizes—especially smaller ones. It breaks down how tracking outcomes builds trust, informs strategy, and strengthens fundraising, while addressing the fears and challenges of diving into data for the first time.

Let’s explore the difference between Logic Models and Theory of Change and why Theory of Change is a more effective tool for nonprofits looking to define their goals, measure their impact, and communicate their value to funders.