CauseVox

AUGUST 2, 2024

Be transparent and authentic in your marketing, storytelling, and direct engagement, and you’ll resonate with their desire for real, meaningful change. Sharing detailed reports (adding graphics is a plus), success stories, and even challenges you face make your organization relatable and real.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

We know that good stories power fundraising and marketing, so join one of our free events to discover powerful case studies and connect with digital storytelling experts in your community. The world is better when nonprofits can better tell their story. Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin: How to Tell Your Nonprofit Story with Spark.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 1, 2017

Here at TechSoup, we're big on stories. Effective storytelling means nonprofits can reach more people, touch more hearts, and create bigger impact. TechSoup's NetSquared meetups will bring local nonprofits free digital storytelling workshops in more than 40 cities between August and October. Asia and Pacific Rim.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

Create awareness : Events give you a stage to share your story, educate people about your cause, and inspire them to take action. Here are some popular examples: Benefit concerts or performances : Team up with local artists or performers to host a show where ticket sales support your cause.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

See if your state, local, or regional AFP branch is hosting a reception! You’ll meet up with fundraisers from your area and make valuable local connections. Nonprofit Storytelling Conference AFP ICON and NTC are fun and educational, but they’re really big conferences! Learn more about the Nonprofit Storytelling Conference.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

While gala fundraisers might seem intimidating to plan, don’t let the perceived glamor obscure their accessibility! A “Mission Moment” showcases real-life impact with a concise emotional story focused on a tangible achievement made possible by donations. Focus on storytelling. Set realistic goals.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 6, 2023

VIP Tickets: VIP tickets offer exclusive perks like early access, premium seating, or special privileges. Most importantly, you need to include a clear and prominent “Buy Tickets” button for easy access to ticket purchasing. These tickets can attract donors willing to pay a premium for an enhanced experience.

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sgEngage

MARCH 8, 2023

5 Million Reasons to Embrace Library Giving Day Created in 2019 by the Seattle Public Library Foundation, Library Giving Day was designed not only to increase financial support to local public libraries but also to raise awareness for the many programs local libraries provide to their communities.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

Your nonprofit can have your best year-end campaign by incorporating data-driven planning, tapping into overlooked segments, crafting impactful storytelling strategies, maximizing digital fundraising channels, and cultivating donor fundraising and stewardship throughout the year. Keep reading to find out more! #1

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Forum One

JANUARY 4, 2022

To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years. Our team partnered with NRDC to conceptualize how to capture these highlights in an engaging and informative story.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JULY 17, 2024

Highlight Impactful Stories and Testimonials Storytelling is a powerful tool to connect with your audience on an emotional level. Share compelling stories and testimonials from those who have directly benefited from your organization’s work. From the moment attendees arrive, they should feel valued and appreciated.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Include a QR code or easy-to-type URL so people can access your website for more information. Tell compelling stories Telling compelling stories through marketing outreach is essential as it humanizes your mission and makes it easier for potential supporters to understand your organization’s value. Problem solve.

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

In addition, make sure your grant team has easy, centralized access to basic marketing and branding language for your nonprofit. Store these all in a centralized location so your grant team can easily access them and attach them to proposals. Download Now: How to Tell a Story Worksheet. Most recent Form 990.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

The service provides early access to new Twitter tools and a variety of unique features. Nonprofits tend to mostly tweet content about the sad state of affairs – international, national, state, and local. It’s a good practice to tweet content relevant to breaking news stories. 6) Respond to and engage with followers.

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Forum One

JUNE 9, 2021

To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories from the last 50 years. Our team partnered with NRDC to conceptualize how to capture these highlights in an engaging and informative story. National Air & Space Museum. Canopus – Website for Cultural.

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Care2

AUGUST 24, 2011

Whether you are part of a nonprofit organization, an action campaign, a local community, or a school, you know that it is through stories you can showcase your work, change people's minds, inspire them to make change, or join you to make a difference. Here are four that currently have my vote - please share yours!

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

You can hand out information sheets, play inspirational videos, and invite live speakers to share their stories with attendees. Community partners like local businesses and civic organizations can support your nonprofit by donating auction items or funding event overhead costs. Form stronger relationships with community partners.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 1, 2016

They choose it because hosts are authentic and local. All of us have access to our own communication channels (social media platforms, email, recommendation sites, etc.) Car-hailing apps like Lyft and Uber have given the average Joe access to the luxury of a private car service. 5: Collaborative Storytelling Sells.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 14, 2009

Now to dig into this topic because it combines a couple of interest - storytelling with social media and working in a networked way. Lina offers a concise definition of Transmedia Storytelling , a concept and term coined by Henry Jenkins. It’s likely time to add storytelling to the task list.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 21, 2014

Guest post by Vanessa Chase : Fundraising & Communications Strategist, Storytelling Enthusiast and Philanthropy Advocate. If you find yourself in a similar position, it’s time to look at storytelling as an option for scalable donor stewardship. A story about a need, a story about someone who has been helped, etc.

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Forum One

MAY 27, 2021

NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years to mark its anniversary. Our team partnered with NRDC to conceptualize how to capture these highlights in an engaging and informative story. The Vilcek Foundation. Excellence – Website for Art.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

Government The government provides grants at federal, state, and local levels to ease the burden of overhead or administration costs for nonprofits like yours. For example, Tyson Foods supplies grants for organizations that give back to their community, such as nonprofits that help provide food access. The Ford Foundation granted $1.07

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Qgiv

MARCH 1, 2023

From scientists to politicians, activists to storytellers, women have always played a major role in shaping society into what it is today. This year, the theme has been designated as “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories.” Every year, the National Women’s History Alliance selects a yearly theme to focus on for the month.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

We want to ensure you’re prepared to share your nonprofit’s story and successfully navigate this worldwide giving event! As part of the community, you can connect with other partners, share tips and best practices, and access their resources to help make your campaign a success. GivingTuesday 2021 Storytelling.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 8, 2021

To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years. Our team partnered with NRDC to conceptualize how to capture these highlights in an engaging and informative story. NTI Nuclear Security Index. Gold – Activism for Websites.

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Classy

JULY 9, 2021

While nonprofits may have relied on getting everyone in the same conference room in the past, they now have access to a wider network of potential volunteers and consultants. It helps to have some local champions, but don’t rule out external expertise that might bring a fresh lens to your campaign. Tell a Great Story .

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

TechSoup’s digital storytelling challenge is open between now and September 26, 2014. Submit your digital video, five photographs, or a super-short story. Looking for inspiration for your digital story? Join your local NetSquared group. They are holding digital storytelling events all month! No local group?

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

When you're building a movement, video is an indispensable storytelling tool. With more Americans getting their news through social media, video content provides an opportunity to grow your audience and make your story heard. As smartphones have become more sophisticated, video production has become accessible. I come prepared.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 9, 2023

They can also use their connections with local businesses and organizations to help you reach new audiences. Board members have access to corporate partners through their own networks of contacts, which can be leveraged to bring in new donors and supporters.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

At the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), we believe anyone can become a philanthropist by rallying friends, family, and local businesses to support the causes they care about. LLS shines light into that darkness by providing patients access to financial assistance, clinical trials, new therapies, and other lifesaving services.

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Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 1, 2014

It made me dig up this 2011 interview with Tina Olsen (then at the Portland Art Museum) about their extraordinary Object Stories project. How and why did Object Stories come to be? We imagined an cart at the farmer’s markets where people could record stories. Lots of inspiring and practical tips below - enjoy!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2020

By Allison Weber , founder of Allison Weber Consulting , a fundraising and communications business dedicated to helping mission-driven organizations tell better stories. Stories are windows into new worlds. Now more than ever, nonprofits need to share stories of how they’re making the world better.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Social media gives your nonprofit the opportunity to broadcast your mission far beyond your local community. Social media provides your organization with a public forum to share updates on projects, success stories, and any unexpected challenges you’ve come across. Engagement. Transparency.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Victoria, Canada: The Art of Transmedia Storytelling: Creating Story Worlds Across Platforms. Warsaw, Poland: Open Access. Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso: Second Meeting of local members. Washington, DC: Nonprofit Generator - Accessing ideas for social benefit technology apps. Don’t be shy - come join us!

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

TechSoup is about to embark on a grand series of events to help nonprofits learn and demonstrate ways to effectively tell their stories. I did the same for The Story of Stuff and The Girl Effect , which we've also mentioned on this blog in the past. These stories don't need to be fancy or expensive.

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CauseVox

MARCH 1, 2024

There are so many tools available to us in this day and age to access some really meaningful data about our current donor base. Annie is active in her involvement at local animal welfare initiatives. She mainly gives by clicking the donate button in the bio link or on Instagram stories. She does not have a lot of free time.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

It’s marketable, it’s ripe for good storytelling, and can ease the process of coming up with a fresh campaign concept. The neat thing about Fiver is that there is time is built in for program staff to collect and story bank client testimonials, which means they’re not scrambling at the end. Your donors want to hear those stories.

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