Data is one of the most important philanthropic resources for foundations. It fuels insights, informs learning, and shapes strategic grantmaking decisions. From funding recommendations to payment accuracy to impact measurement, data underpins every aspect of effective grantmaking. But to truly serve these purposes, data must be responsibly managed and, above all, high-quality.
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Managing data responsibly means protecting it, preserving its integrity, and designing systems that can scale as foundations grow. Yet none of this is possible without data quality. High-quality data is the foundation on which security, integrity, and scalability depend. Without it, even the most secure systems or sophisticated technologies can produce unreliable results.
This guide explores why data quality is essential and offers practical ways to sustain it. Created in collaboration with Philanthropy.io, it combines strategic context with actionable tools to help grantmakers build stronger data quality practices.
Whether you’re preparing for a system migration, launching an AI initiative, or simply improving your reporting, this guide will help you build a stronger foundation for your data—and foster a culture where data is treated not as a byproduct of grantmaking, but as a core asset that powers every part of your work.
Casey DeSain is a Senior Marketing Manager at Foundant, where he’s spent nearly four years helping mission-driven organizations tell better stories and connect with the communities they serve. Casey has over a decade of marketing experience spanning B2B SaaS, digital strategy, and content development. He currently lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two daughters. In his free time, Casey likes to read, play board games, and take his daughters to theme parks.