The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 4, 2022

When it’s the beginning of a new calendar year or the start of a new fiscal year, the fresh start is a great time to create your non-profit’s annual story strategy. Just like creating a fundraising plan or a communications plan, a story strategy is your opportunity to build a clear roadmap to your goals.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Crowdfunding helps you raise money for issues that are central to your organization and offset any costs not covered by your budget or other fundraising efforts. And because GoFundMe has a 0% platform fee , your organization will be able to keep more of the funds raised. 4) Write a captivating fundraiser story.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Even though billions of dollars have been raised online since 1999, it’s surprising how many nonprofits make the donation process more complicated than it should be. Launched in 2002, GlobalGiving.org is a crowdfunding platform for NGOs, charities, and nonprofits worldwide which has raised nearly $500 million online.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 5, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on when it makes sense to celebrate a nonprofit anniversary: Dear Charity Clairity, We have a 75 th anniversary coming up, and I really think we should do something to celebrate this milestone. But, I can’t get the board to really support this with much enthusiasm.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 31, 2018

Traditionally, NGOs in Kenya have depended on outside support from grant makers and wealthy individuals. As a result, the focus has been writing grant proposals rather than appealing for individual support. By establishing trust, M-Changa can assist NGOs in Kenya to raise more funds and therefore achieve more. Why is that?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 12, 2021

Organisations across the world are responding to the devastating pandemic by using everything at their disposal to make lasting change in their communities, and Giving Tuesday offers a significant fundraising opportunity for the sector to recruit new supporters and volunteers. Last year , in the U.K. Set Achievable Goals.

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Bonterra

APRIL 11, 2024

Speak with an expert cameron.patter… Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:56 Support the growth and resilience of nonprofits Build grantee capacity Become a trusted partner by providing coaching, software, and technical assistance to support your grantees' greatest need – building fundraising capacity. Success stories “Jumpstart has been AMAZING.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Today’s question comes from a grant writer who wants advice on how to apply for grant funds if you’ve already made the purchase. . But if you develop a strong case for support and call it something like a “Bridge to the Future” campaign, this fundraising strategy can be successful. .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 24, 2024

She draws on rich and instructive stories of clients, leaders, artists, and athletes. People – Raising your game by raising the game of others at work and at home. Amy Jen Su Su shares this additional advice and recommendations: Question : Of the 5 Ps you consider Purpose to be the most essential.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Story interviews (or narrative interviews) are almost always necessary in order to tell a rich, interesting story. When you are able to talk to someone directly about a story, you can ask questions the help you gather key facts, details, and emotions to tell a compelling story. I hope that they inspire you!

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Candid

APRIL 6, 2023

This approach involves supporters raising funds on behalf of a nonprofit by reaching out to their family, friends, colleagues, and others in their network. Not only does it allow nonprofits to expand their donor base; it also enables them to engage with their existing supporters in a more personal and meaningful way.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 7, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether a gift chart is appropriate to raise funds if not in a capital campaign: Dear Charity Clairity, We have an ambitious individual fundraising goal of $500,000 this year – almost 1.5 times what we raised last year! That’s 50%. That’s an “F.”

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Double the Donation

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

It’s easy to get started, the fees are low, and you get to keep whatever funds you raise (regardless of whether or not you meet your goal!). Like GoFundMe, Fundly’s platform enables fundraisers to upload media, post updates, tell their stories, and share their campaigns via Facebook, Twitter, and email. Raise more. Givebutter.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 5, 2022

For this reason, I want to share with you my best fundraising writing advice and give you some easy but very useful steps to help you write your best fundraising letter and to keep you motivated and inspired. KNOW WHO YOU’RE WRITING TO: A very important fundraising advice is to identify who your target audience is.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Story interviews (or narrative interviews) are almost always necessary in order to tell a rich, interesting story. When you are able to talk to someone directly about a story, you can ask questions the help you gather key facts, details, and emotions to tell a compelling story. I hope that they inspire you!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Email raises 26% of online revenue , but social media is growing in strength. Small NGOs should blog or publish news stories at least twice monthly. For example: Success stories , Campaign updates , Photo essays , Useful tips and advice. Social media is integrated into your email campaigns. data , Global data ).

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Bloomerang

MAY 24, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to build a nonprofit mailing list: Dear Charity Clairity, We’ve relied in the past on government and foundation grants, but since many of these sources are drying up we need to develop an individual fundraising program. Ask current supporters to share.

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Bloomerang

JULY 7, 2023

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on the best words and phrases for successful fundraising appeals: Dear Charity Clairity, I’d like to spiff up my appeal writing. How much will you be appreciating that token gift as you have to shut the doors on the program for which you didn’t raise sufficient funds.

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Bloomerang

MAY 1, 2021

Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who needs advice on how to shine a light on their legacy giving program by publicizing bequests. . My boss is also hesitant because we’re a senior living community and HIPAA limits our ability to tell client stories. . Donor’s story. We’re wired to be receptive to stories.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 6, 2021

A nonprofit Advisory Board can be a great way to engage key supporters with relevant professional skills, life experiences, and networks. Giving Advice The most obvious role for a nonprofit Advisory Board is to give advice to the Governing Board and staff. Raising an Organization’s Profile.

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CauseVox

MARCH 30, 2022

We recently sat down with Meat Fight’s CEO, Alice Laussade, to have a fun conversation about her experience with CauseVox, key fundraising tips from Meat Fight that allowed them to raise more money, and the do not do’s for nonprofit fundraisers. We love this, because raising money for a good cause should absolutely be fun!

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Blue Fox

OCTOBER 1, 2021

depend on giving season (and Giving Tuesday) to raise a significant chunk of their annual funding. nonprofits raised $2.47 Use this list to support them through the fundraising process. Fall is in the air. That means fundraising season is right around the corner. Many nonprofits (most?) In 2020, U.S. billion dollars.

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Whole Whale

JANUARY 15, 2021

Check out these fundraising apps, with our advice on how to choose the right one for your goals. So far, they’ve helped over 4,000 nonprofits raise money at $0 charge to their members. In 2019, Instagram entered the donation game with donation stickers that supporters can now add to their stories. GiveLively. Pledgeling.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 13, 2023

However, a quality email message, be it an appeal, thank you, gratitude report, or other call to action, isn’t the whole story. And it keeps you from wondering why you’re not raising more money from your 10,000 email list – which really should be whittled down to half that size. Your loyal supporters love to hear from you.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 8, 2017

Turning your supporters into fundraising superstars isn’t easy. Supporters can raise significant amounts of money and bring new donors to your organization. Organizations that turn supporters into fundraisers continue to be leaders in online fundraising , and this growth is now an important contributor to their overall revenue.

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Kindful

AUGUST 17, 2021

As you’ve likely noticed, digital fundraising is changing the way nonprofits are communicating with their supporters. In fact, Forbes recently reported that 75% of nonprofits surveyed shared that, since the pandemic occurred, they’ve been looking for advice on finding new ways to fundraise through digital technology.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Today’s question come from a nonprofit employee who want advice on whether suspense or emotion is a better hook in a fundraising appeal: . Dear Charity Clairity, We are a small township trying to raise $300,000 to build pickleball courts. For these communications, stories are your best bet.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 18, 2014

Since then ACCO has continued to be wildly successful through a total of 7 Teespring campaigns, raising over $27,000! Their current September campaign has been the most successful ever, having raised over $15,600 with still a week left in the campaign. But they aren’t done: they continue to launch new successful campaigns.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 21, 2020

Nonprofits can also engage their supporters to help spread generosity around the world. While you certainly can use the day to raise critical dollars for your mission, here are a few simple ways your nonprofit can easily participate: 1: Encourage Your Supporters To Chalk The Walks. Don’t know any celebrities?

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Neon CRM

MAY 26, 2023

However, it didn’t just appear on social media: newspapers covered stories about it; people texted each other about it; and videos users created for it went viral. In the end, the ALS Association raised over $115 million by building on a shared experience. There are a lot of reasons that the campaign was so successful.

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

If you’re looking for a fun and exciting way to raise more money for your cause, a benefit concert is a perfect solution. Music is great at bringing communities together, and while it may take a lot of planning, hosting a benefit concert can be incredibly rewarding for both you and your supporters. What is a benefit concert?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 22, 2021

She draws on rich and instructive stories of clients, leaders, artists, and athletes. People – Raising your game by raising the game of others at work and at home. Amy Jen Su Awhile back, Su shared this additional advice and recommendations: Question : Of the 5 Ps you consider Purpose to be the most essential.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 22, 2021

But there are a few strategies you can use to make a major impact in terms of dollars raised with a small investment of your time. Commit to connecting with 5 past or potential supporters each week. As you go about your day-to-day tasks, take time to notice the stories you are telling yourself about your work.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 13, 2021

This change would leave many of our donors (without email addresses) in the dark when it comes to news and feel-good stories about the organization. Many thanks for your professional advice, Bonnie. You don’t want to do that to the wonderful people who support your mission! The stories can be tightened up.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 24, 2018

When people ask me why they should listen to our new podcast, I share how much I’ve learned from hearing the stories from our inspiring guests — about creating positive change in my community, about how pro bono service can activate a purpose-driven career and how to make a measurable difference for society. .

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Bloomerang

MARCH 13, 2023

However, a quality email message, be it an appeal, thank you, gratitude report, or other call to action, isn’t the whole story. And it keeps you from wondering why you’re not raising more money from your 10,000 email list – which really should be whittled down to half that size. Your loyal supporters love to hear from you.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 27, 2021

You focus on bequests or money your supporters leave your organization when they die. Think about the personal finance advice professionals dole out. Your nonprofit should take that advice, too. Could you make it your goal to designate 10 percent of funds raised for general operations toward your cash reserves?

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