Making Social Sector Data Flow
A neutral, global initiative to reduce duplicative reporting, improve data reuse, and prepare philanthropy and civil society for responsible AI.
Start Building Better Data Practices
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Begin your journey with access to practical resources, implementation guidance, and directories for improving social sector data flows.
Data Next-Level Practices
A collaborative roadmap for improving how data flows across the social sector.
Funders Quick Start Guide
Operationalize the Data Next Level Practices with this step-by-step guide for funders.
Directories Overview
Learn how the directories support data reuse, sharing, and interoperability.
Data Directory
Explore where social sector data lives, how to access it, and what it costs.
GMS Directory
Learn about the data and integrations available within grants management systems.
Application Streamliner AI
Effortless analysis of your grant application and discovery of exactly which questions could be answered by reusing existing social sector data sources.
TimeBack Challenge
Created by nonprofits for funders because time is the most valuable asset we have.
For organizations that centrally collect, analyze, and share data to help funders, nonprofits, and stakeholders make informed decisions and improve impact.
For foundations, organizations, or companies that provide financial or other charitable support to nonprofits, initiatives, or social causes.
For organizations that develop software solutions to streamline grant management, facilitate applicant submissions, and enhance data flow between funders and grantees.
For organizations that strengthen the philanthropic sector through community, capacity building, knowledge sharing, and advocacy on behalf of funders and mission-driven networks.
Visionary Data Leadership
Driven to Create Change
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