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We are driven to explore how the approach and rigour of data and analytics can be used in unique ways to assist the charitable sector.


How GDI Automated Mobilise’s CRM Workflows to Accelerate their Operations
GDI helped We Are Mobilise automate CRM workflows, cut costs by up to $6 per client interaction, and build secure integrations—accelerating support for people facing homelessness across Australia. This project migrated key automations into the CRM, improved data quality and UX, and reduced manual steps—advancing Mobilise’s Project 10,000 goal to impact 10,000 lives by 2030.
GDI Team
Oct 7, 2025


A comparison guide: Which CRM is best for your charity?
GDI has created a practical guide to help charities choose the right CRM—breaking down pricing, features, and real-world examples from recent projects. With input from our data science volunteers, the guide supports nonprofits to manage donor, volunteer, and partner data more effectively. Whether you're scaling operations or just starting out, it’s a must-read for anyone navigating charity data and CRM decisions.
GDI Team
May 19, 2025


Using Data to Drive Disability Advocacy: The NCDA and GDI Partnership
GDI volunteers used Power BI for social good to help NCDA track unmet demand in disability advocacy services across Australia.
GDI Team
Mar 26, 2025


A day in the life of a data science volunteer
Discover what it’s like to be a GDI data science volunteer! Learn how to join, work with nonprofits, and use data for social good.
GDI Team
Feb 20, 2025


How Data Helped Chance Creators Improve Decision-Making with BI
See how GDI built a BI solution for Chance Creators, giving them insights to drive impact and improve decision-making.
GDI Team
Jan 23, 2025


4 Years, 80 Projects: How GDI is Using Data to Drive Social Impact
GDI celebrates 4 years of impact! See how 80+ data projects have helped nonprofits make smarter decisions and drive change.
GDI Team
Dec 18, 2024


Empowering Indigenous Communities with Data & Analytics: Just Reinvest NSW
GDI & JR NSW partnered to help Indigenous communities harness data for impact. Learn how insights can drive change and empowerment.
GDI Team
Dec 2, 2024


Helping Take2 Measure Social Impact with Data-Driven Insights
GDI helped Take2 build a data-driven reporting system to track impact and support at-risk youth. See how data can drive real change.
GDI Team
Oct 25, 2024


Data-Driven Support: Building a BI System for Childline Thailand
GDI helped Childline Thailand build a BI system to track cases, analyse trends, and improve child protection efforts with data insights.
GDI Team
Oct 1, 2024
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