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Data Doesn’t Have to Be Overwhelming

Data Made Simple is a beginner’s guide to measuring performance without expensive software, complicated systems, or evaluation teams.

A practical guide for small and grassroots nonprofits who want to collect meaningful data — without feeling overwhelmed.

What You’ll Get

When you download this guide, you’ll receive a clear explanation of the three types of performance measures, real-world examples from human service programs, and a 6-Week Quick Start Plan to help you begin tracking and reporting program impact with confidence.

Who This Is For:

This guide is especially helpful for:

  • Leaders of small or grassroots human service nonprofits
  • Executive directors short on time and resources
  • Program managers preparing for grants
  • First-time grant writers
  • Organizations without formal evaluation staff

If you’re early in building your systems — or trying to strengthen them — this guide was written for you.

About:

I'm Laura Gale, founder of Common Cause Grants & Consulting. I've spent 25+ years in nonprofit management and have secured over $8 million in funded grants for organizations like yours. I created this guide because showing program impact is one of the hardest things new nonprofits do. I want to make it simple and accessible for everyone.

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