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 [...]
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 [...]
By: Kayleigh P. Marques June 24th, 2024 Introduction Clear Impact offers two software solutions for organizations looking to expand their impact using data: Scorecard and Compyle. These systems serve different purposes but work together to provide a complete set of data collection, management, and impact strategy tools for organizations [...]
By: Kayleigh P. Marques April 10th, 2024 Coming Soon to Major Podcast Platforms — Turning Curves by Clear Impact Uplifting Perspectives From People Doing Inspiring Work to Make a Measurable Difference in Their Communities We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of our brand-new podcast, "Turning Curves by [...]
By: Kayleigh Weaver April 12th, 2023 Clear Impact is committed to helping funders and grantees achieve their social impact goals and create sustained, measurable changes using data-driven strategies. But sustainable change is only possible when collaborative partners have high transparency, respect, and trust. That’s where trust-based philanthropy comes in. This growing [...]
