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Is Your Data Driving Change or Gathering Dust?

Too often, data gets collected, filed away, and forgotten. This 2-minute quiz helps you see where your organization stands — and what your next move should be.

When new data comes in, what happens first?

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Q1

A

We file the report for future reference.

B

We summarize findings in a slide deck.

C

We bring stakeholders together to interpret.

D

We co-create action steps with community partners.

How often do community members see or shape the meaning of your data?

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Q2

A

Rarely, if ever.

B

Occasionally, through surveys or focus groups.

C

Regularly, in working sessions.

D

Always — they’re central to the process.

When making a funding decision, how does data factor in?

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Q3

A

Mostly anecdotal — gut checks and board preferences.

B

Some descriptive stats or grantee reports.

C

A mix of lived experience + quantitative analysis.

D

Root-cause mapping, prototyping, and iteration guide us.

Biggest barrier to using data?

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Q4

A

Overwhelm — too much, too messy.

B

Lack of alignment on what it means.

C

Tension between funder priorities and resident needs.

D

Time + capacity to act on insights.

How often do you act on insights within 90 days of receiving them?

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Q5

A

Almost never.

B

Sometimes, if urgency is high.

C

Usually, though action is modest.

D

Almost always — we test, learn, and refine quickly.