Breaking Down Data Silos: How CDFIs Can Modernize Impact Reporting and Strengthen Community Outcomes Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are more than lenders — they’re change-makers. From financing small businesses to supporting affordable housing, their work fuels local economies and creates opportunities for communities often left behind. But while their missions are ambitious, their [...]
Government funders typically collect data reporting from grantees through a combination of periodic narrative and financial reports, standardized forms, and online grant management systems. These methods are intended to ensure accountability, track performance, and measure outcomes. However, many grantees and funders alike find the current reporting landscape burdensome, inconsistent, and not always conducive to [...]
With the recent media focus on DOGE efforts, the concept of “government efficiency” has been at the forefront of federal and local government planning and budgeting in 2025. Putting aside the shock and awe of the initial DOGE approach, the idea of government embracing a focus on government efficiency is as old as government [...]
Nonprofits operate in a challenging environment, often striving to deliver essential services with limited resources. When funding is reduced or lost altogether, the pressure intensifies. In such situations, better data and data tools can become a lifeline. These tools—ranging from data management systems to analytics platforms—equip nonprofits with the ability to make smarter decisions, [...]
After 15 years in business structuring and supporting the data needs of foundations, governments, and nonprofits, I have found that disparate reporting systems often create confusion and hinder strategic progress towards a shared mission. One way of improving communication for both parties is a singular unified data reporting system. Here’s how a unified [...]
By: Kayleigh P. Marques March 3rd, 2025 Introduction Artificial intelligence is an incredibly powerful tool, but if you’ve ever used AI and thought, “This isn’t quite what I wanted,” you’re not alone. Whether you’re using Clear Impact’s AI Assist in Scorecard or any other AI-powered tool, getting the right [...]
By: Kayleigh P. Marques February 26th, 2025 Introduction At Clear Impact, we’re always looking for ways to help organizations make better data-driven decisions to enhance performance and create measurable community impact. That’s why we’re excited to introduce AI Assist—a powerful new tool within our Scorecard software that leverages Google [...]
By: Kayleigh P. Marques February 14th, 2025 Introduction Full Service Community Schools (FSCS) are more than just educational institutions; they are hubs of opportunity that provide essential academic, health, and social services to students and families. By partnering with local organizations, these schools create comprehensive support systems that address [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1/29/2025 [Rockville, MD] — January 29, 2025: Clear Impact is thrilled to announce Canadian-based charity Furniture Bank as the winner of its inaugural Social Sector Hero of the Year Award. This prestigious honor recognizes social sector organizations that demonstrate exceptional measurable impact, transparency, and a commitment to continuous improvement in their [...]
By: Clear Impact Staff January 9th, 2025 Congratulations to the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) for earning reaccreditation from the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB)! Here is a photo of the ADH leadership team holding the PHAB award plaque at a recognition ceremony. Clear Impact is grateful for the role we [...]
