To help your request move quickly and reduce revisions:
- Get the request in as soon as you can. These things may take time.
- Clearly state the population you are requesting
- Explain how the data will be used (outreach, solicitation, reporting, analysis)
- Specify:
- Date ranges (gift date vs. fiscal year)
- Gift types to include or exclude
- Specific allocations, funds, or campaigns
- If counts matter, indicate whether you expect:
- Unique constituents
- Individual gifts
- Individual allocations
- If asking for dollar amounts, specify whether you want NGC or Cash