Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Few things connect people together better than stories, which is why it’s important that your nonprofit showcases as many diverse and inclusive stories as possible. . How do you tell stories that are influenced by and meet your standards for your diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives ? Do you hear your voice?

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 22, 2023

To run a successful nonprofit organization, you need to convince people to support you and help you raise funds to further your cause. However, that’s often easier said than done: what are the best ways to convince people to lend their support to your cause? Incorporate authentic and personal stories. Annual reports. Volunteers.

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Kindful

APRIL 8, 2021

This blog post will help provide some quick tips and techniques for helping your mission get more attention in less time. What story will you tell? This is because story is one of the most effective forms of communication available; it’s a concrete way to demonstrate your mission and create real connection with the audience.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

To help you maximize your fundraising efforts this month, I’m here with advice on how to tell stories that raise money in December. Why Tell Stories in December. There are so many reasons why your non-profit should tell stories. Stories help you explain your theory of change in a clear, tangible way. The Future Story.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

When people hear the word “social sustainability,” they’re likely to think of coordinated efforts to protect the environment. over people’s safety and well-being, will eventually lose the trust and support of the community (including investors, customers, and partners). A business that damages the environment, or puts profit.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

You can collect fantastic, compelling stories, but if no one hears or sees them, they fall flat. You can manage 10 social media accounts, but if you are not telling great stories and cutting through the online clutter, your audience will not engage. The key is using stories to get people’s attention on social media channels.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2020

Today, we look back to 2016 : 2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. I'm a big fan of Paul's earlier best-sellers, including Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story. It causes buyers to put down their defenses.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 30, 2023

Your organization’s brand story holds immense power, especially for nonprofits striving to engage donors, volunteers, and partners. Here’s why storytelling is so vital: 1) Creating an Emotional Connection: Stories have the power to evoke emotions and connect with audiences on a personal level.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Today, we look back to 2016 : 2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. I'm a big fan of Paul's earlier best-sellers, including Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story. It causes buyers to put down their defenses.

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DipJar

APRIL 14, 2022

The story of that day, the movement it spawned, and its lasting impact are told at the International Civil Rights Center and Museum. While their non-violent direct action wasn’t the first of its kind, it was the one that captured the attention of the nation. They are a DipJar customer whose cause and work deserve to be highlighted.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 14, 2021

Almost all media now feature feel-good stories about people and organizations that do good. Even so, getting attention from the shrinking, but highly diversified, press pool still takes persistence and creativity. Here are 6 steps to get the press to tell your story: 1. Tell a riveting story. Start small.

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3rd Sector Labs

JUNE 30, 2014

Because donors are people, and people’s lives change. People know people. And how do organizations find the right prospects and make compelling cases for gifts … using outcome data to tell a better story. The post Attention nonprofits: We don’t know our donor data! Data degrades.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

This means that nonprofits have to compete with each other for donors’ attention and resources as they gravitate towards causes rather than organizations. Stories are a great way to inspire action, get thousands of “likes” and online followers, further spreading your message across social networks. Sense of urgency.

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.orgSource

APRIL 8, 2024

It happens when smart people with guts and irrepressible creative energy are left to their own devices. They are irreverent and have a vision of where the company and the industry needs to go that is hard for other people to hear. Then, find the people within your organization who will give honest answers. It takes courage.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

We all know versions of this story. The good news is, the story had a happy ending. I’m grateful that my supervisors were paying attention. While so many people were being laid off from all kinds of jobs left and right, my CEO wanted to know how we felt. Support People, Not Just Positions. Where We Are Now.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2018

You really only have a few seconds to grab attention. Most people on social don’t watch a video until the end. Get their attention with a “hook” (i.e. something that grabs the viewer’s attention) and then get to the point. Tell One Story at a Time. This is the story of a very special chimpanzee named George.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

The site shows no sign of slowing down, with 1 billion people using Instagram every month, 71% of them under the age of 35. For most of these users, it’s Instagram Stories. . In just one year, the daily user count for Instagram Stories jumped from 400 million (June 2018) to 500 million. Here are 6 ways. . Well, it depends!

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2023

The way you tell your story and engage people in your message can make or break your fundraising efforts. And how do you tell a good story? Stories are interactive, bonding. Shared stories can tie whole cultures and groups together. Shared stories bind all sorts of people, from families to religious groups.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 3, 2015

The book shares how and why our mind pays attention to some events, ideas, or people and not others. The book shares how and why our mind pays attention to some events, ideas, or people and not others. Parr uses the metaphor of building a fire to describe how capturing attention works.

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Kindful

MAY 26, 2021

Notice how subconsciously your attention was just hooked? That’s the power that story holds. Sometimes without even noticing it, our brain is activated in a unique and engaged way when a story is being shared. As the old saying states, “Those who tell the stories rule the world.” Once upon a time….

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 20, 2009

Both large and small nonprofits earned top honors this week for their attention-getting taglines, demonstrating again that an organization of any size can craft a powerful, pithy motto to build awareness and connect with its key audiences. A great tagline can help people find you, too! 2009 TAGLINE AWARD WINNERS.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 1, 2018

2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. I'm a big fan of Paul's earlier best-sellers, including Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story. If you have not read it, please do. Storytelling is a skill.

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

Phone Calling legislators can be a very effective way of bringing their attention to an issue or cause, and flooding phone lines with thousands of concerned constituent calls means you become essentially impossible to ignore. Visual and auditory elements make a story stronger by engaging the senses.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 16, 2022

In fact, 55% of people who engage with nonprofits on social media decide to support them in some way. However, even if your form is mobile-friendly, branded with your logo, and tells a compelling story, what if no one sees it? Millions of people participate in Giving Tuesday, and billions of dollars are raised annually.

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Achieve

MARCH 18, 2024

Successful nonprofits know that humans respond to stories. The right story catches our attention and makes us more willing to listen to the hard numbers and details that ultimately convince us to take action. Storytelling matters in grant writing for two key reasons: Stories help you stand out. Stories make things real.

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Blue Fox

MARCH 23, 2022

I want to share a story with you, and I hope it will help you or someone you love one day. Most people haven't. Yet, "tough" is no excuse for how this disease rages on with little medical research or attention. I'm risking here. If you've never heard of endometriosis (or endo for short), I'm not surprised.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 29, 2019

But in order to do that, you need people to trust you. In the first few years of a nonprofit, it can be really tough because people don’t know anything about you yet. Reach out to people in your circle ? It’s safe to ask the people closest to you. They don’t know if you’re legit, or trustworthy, or ? Show that you care.

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NetWits

SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

The place where people respond, react and start. That alone should be reason enough to perk your ears up, make you investigate and cause you to think of ways to leverage the massive network of people who may want to hear from you. Your Board Member can proudly share their personal connection and stories of impact. Subscriptions.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Everyone loves a good story, and your skills in storytelling for nonprofits can make the difference between getting big bucks and donation requests that fall flat. The good news is that great stories are all around you. EVERY nonprofit has stories to tell! What Makes a Good Story? What is happening in your hero’s life?

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Charity Village

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Why do people use images on their campaign pages? Because people pay more attention to visuals than just plain text, right? Not only can you tell a visual story and show gratitude to your donors by sharing videos of your project’s progress, but using a video can double your […].

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

This is a smart option if your communities engage primarily on these platforms because you can launch it fast and you have built-in audiences of people who already have shown an affinity for your brand and your mission. For example, the “Reusable Goods Collection” from Heal the Bay : Tell your product’s story in the caption.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Let’s dive into the art of creating compelling stories that resonate and inspire action. The Power of Nonprofit Storytelling In a world inundated with information, your nonprofit’s story is what sets you apart. Know Your Audience Before penning down your story, it’s imperative to understand your audience.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 11, 2023

Don’t send your fundraising appeal to people who don’t want to hear from you anymore. A clean list , with the most current email and mailing addresses, will save you money and help you reach the right people fast. What story will you tell in the letter? What will you ask people to give? Clean up your mailing list.

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Facebook will ask you, “What website would you like to send people to when they click this button?” When visitors come to your Twitter profile, your call-to-action and donation link immediately draw their attention. Or pick one constituent your organization has served and shine a spotlight on their story on social media.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2023

I’ve always been an optimist—believing people are more interested in the solution and the progress forward, than alarm and complaint. Since negative information draws greater attention, many may believe it has greater validity. This might be why bad news seems to garner more attention. That’s clearly you, John.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Growing up in the 1960''s sometimes my parents would say to me, "now, don''t tell stories," heading off what they anticipated might be an untruthful account of events. Truthful stories, of course. Stories demand attention of listeners. Stories demand attention of listeners. Stories inspire.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Help donors find and give to your cause online Fifty-five percent of people who interact with a nonprofit on social media take action, and of this group, 59% consider donating money as a result. If people can’t engage with your organization on their phones, tablets, and through social media, you could be at a serious disadvantage.

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