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Selection of a nonprofit software solution is a critical decision with major strategic and financial implications. As nonprofits (501c 3’s and associations) move toward using digital media to interact with members at a deeper level, the database plays a critical role.
The fundamental goal of our site is to provide useful resources specifically tailored to the nonprofit executive seeking database software for their nonprofit.
On this site, we provide answers to questions such as where to begin your search to find database software for your nonprofit, what are some popular software for nonprofits, and how should a nonprofit assess readiness and embark on a smart technology exploration.
We strive to continually educate and provide content through various utility tools and information which will help in that mission. This is an ongoing mission, so please check back regularly to see what we may have new.
Free resources for Nonprofit Software Selection Projects
Please take a few moments to review the resources that we provide below:
This complimentary questionnaire is designed to help you determine if you require a software consultant or if your current consultant needs assistance with your software-related decisions.
Association executives often waste time endlessly "googling" through the overwhelming 130 AMS options. Our tool solves this problem by letting you quickly input key information to narrow down the market and generate a focused list that is actually worth your review time.
Is it time to Keep, Optimize, or Replace your Association Management System (AMS)? This quiz offers a preliminary look at this major question, helping you determine if further research is needed and guiding your next steps in answering the proverbial question: "Should It Stay or Go?"
To assist you, and because we believe searching can be time-consuming and unproductive, we are providing a free list of technology tools specifically relevant to an association's technology ecosystem.
Our ongoing evaluation process assesses database software options for a broad spectrum of nonprofit and membership-based organizations. This includes, but is not limited to, associations, churches, museums, faith-based groups, and arts and cultural institutions. This comprehensive process involves thoroughly reviewing and interviewing all vendors who claim to offer suitable database solutions for these specific sectors.
Free Vendor Demo Scorecard Report
During your software selection process, demonstrations will be a key component. This repeatable scoring tool is structured to help your team effectively evaluate each demo. It provides a cohesive and organized method for tracking important criteria and facilitating intelligent discussion when reviewing AMS software options.
During the final stage of your selection process, speaking with verified software users is crucial. This unique, repeatable tool is essential because it captures your key priorities and subsequently generates the most relevant questions to ask references. This is a vital step!
Professional Legal Guidance is Required. This tool is designed to assist small and mid-size associations in identifying potential "red flags" in contract and implementation language before signing. However, it is not a replacement for professional legal advice. It is essential that you consult with your legal counsel during the final phase of your selection process.
Sponsored by vendors who provide Database Software for Nonprofits, including Membership Software, Donor Software, CRM Software for Nonprofits, & Marketing Automation Software Technologies.
Insightful Articles For Associations:
We provide articles each week about topics related to Membership Database Software, Donor Software for Nonprofits, Marketing Automation Software and Nonprofit CRM Software.
eBooks on Technology for Nonprofits
We hope the impartial and agnostic information library we offer here assists your nonprofit with its software search. We look forward to connecting with you and hope our efforts add value to making smarter software business decisions.