Research Results

Research is crucial in nonprofit organizations. This is because research needs to be conducted in order for the organization to find who is donating and why. Research is also important to see what the company needs to improve and what areas they need to be focusing on. In addition, research helps nonprofits see who needs help and in what ways. The most important part of the research process is the results because this helps nonprofits continue successfully in the future.

A specific instance of research and the importance of the results are shown in an article on the Habitat for Humanity website. The article discusses the importance of having a home and the benefits.  The fact that Habitat for Humanity has done research, which yielded results that proved home ownership has benefits, is very helpful to Habitat. This is because potential donors know for a fact that their money will help people buy a home. This in return will help people and children in the long run. The research points specifically to the benefits of having a home for children. Children are able to have a place to do their work and not be distracted which leads to increases in percentages on standardized tests. Specifically children of homeowners score nine percent higher on standardized math tests and seven present higher in reading. The results also show that children of homeowners have less behavior problems.

The results of the research are extremely important for Habitat for Humanity. It helps them spread their message of the importance of affordable housing. It also shows that if people donate or volunteer to build the houses that they will directly be aiding members of the society.  Thus the research can help in gaining more donations, which will help in buying building supplies. As a new intern at Habitat for Humanity I can see the importance of research and the results that come about. It is always important to gain more donors and volunteers.  By having research that proves the importance of homeownership it is sure to increase donors and volunteers which is always needed.