How do I set up a donation tracker?
To begin using the donation tool, you must have at least 4 years of coded campaign data. See What is data coding? and Campaign Coding for more information.
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Click “New Project” to begin.
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Name your project, set an end date, and choose a project type.
Note: The system will treat the 12 months leading up to your end date as your current year.
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Select at least 4 years of campaign data to build a strong historical foundation.
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On the next screen, choose relevant funds if your organization uses fund designations.
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Set your growth goals.
Use TRG’s suggested targets or enter your own custom goals based on your strategy. -
Create gift levels that align with your benefits structure.
Define the name and gift range for each level.Tip: For your highest level, check the “Or higher” box to include any larger gifts.
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Add portfolios for each team member overseeing a gift level.
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That’s it! Once your data populates, return to the tracker page to view your donation dashboard and begin your analysis.