What to review before you start
Agree on the matching method and time window before comparing results. Keep unmatched gifts visible and mark ambiguous matches. Your board should be able to distinguish total giving from the portion associated with a campaign.
- Define the campaign, matching identifiers, and reporting window.
- Separate matched, unmatched, and ambiguous donation records.
- Explain the attribution rule alongside campaign totals.
Common questions
Is attributed revenue the same as incremental revenue?
No. Attribution describes a match under a rule. Incremental impact asks what would have happened without the campaign and requires a different evaluation.
Why might a gift remain unattributed?
The gift may lack a usable identifier, fall outside the selected window, or relate to more than one campaign. Keep it in total giving even when no campaign match is available.