The Better Deal for Data

Playbook

Practical data governance for the social sector

This Playbook is for nonprofits and social sector organizations who are ready to align with the Better Deal for Data Commitments and Standard in their practices of collecting, sharing, and using data.

Preface

Welcome
The BD4D Commitments
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The BD4D Standard

Read the full Better Deal for Data Standard, including the seven Commitments and what they mean in practice.

Introduction
Declaration
1. Purpose
2. Ownership
3. Control
4. Monetization
5. Protection
6. Research
7. Binding
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Sample Use Cases

Is the BD4D Standard appropriate in your organization? Take a look at these examples to help you decide.

Certification Data
Impact Data
Sensitive Data
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Adoption Guide

Is your organization ready to adopt the Better Deal for Data? Follow these guidelines on implementing the BD4D Standard.

Readiness
Implementation
BD4D in Practice
BD4D Adopter Resources
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Snapshots

See how nonprofit organizations are operationalizing a Better Deal for Data.

Privacy Policy & Terms of Service
Web & Mobile Data Platform
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Glossary

Learn the terms used throughout the BD4D Standard and Playbook.

Glossary of Terms

Acknowledgement

Acknowledgement

Better Deal for Data Standard, Version 1.0 and Better Deal for Data Playbook, January 2026

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