The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 12, 2022

That’s where storytelling comes in. In this article, I’m going to talk about the common challenges of explaining non-profit impact and go over the action steps you can take to explain your non-profit’s impact through storytelling. If you write grant applications, you may have these numbers handy.

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

In 2020, nonprofits raised around 20% of their income from grants. Grant funds from foundations, government entities, and corporations help nonprofits diversify their income streams. Below, we’ll cover nine best practices and tips on how to write a winning grant proposal. Leverage Language and Formatting From Past Grants.

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Candid

MAY 7, 2024

Often, the reason a foundation declines a grant has nothing to do with you. But if you want to stand out in a crowded applicant field, it’s essential to communicate your impact clearly and compellingly. It’s not uncommon for nonprofits to struggle with securing funding despite the strength of their programs.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

Grants are a fundamental source of revenue for growing organizations to accomplish large projects and receive financial support outside of individual donations. This guide to grants for nonprofits covers the basics of grants including types of grants, examples, where to find grants, and tips for grant writing.

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The NonProfit Times

JULY 8, 2024

As grant directors, managers, and writers you need to understand what you are writing about in your proposals, especially if you aren’t involved directly in the project or program development. Are you prepared to suggest a delay in a proposal because the application or program just isn’t strong enough – yet?

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

These organizations are currently offering grant and funding opportunities and/or accepting letters of inquiry or project ideas. . Grant research tip: When searching for grants, using geography is an effective way to target funders. Start small and work your way out. Funding Priority: Arts & Culture. Ford Foundation.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

Carolyn’s Nonprofit Blog was inspired by the many people who have reached out to Carolyn since it was launched in 2011 to ask for advice about becoming a grant writer and nonprofit fundraiser. Many readers asked How do you become a grant writer? Q: What kind of folks have asked about becoming a grant writer?

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Kindful

AUGUST 12, 2021

These organizations are currently offering grant and funding opportunities and/or accepting letters of inquiry or project ideas. . Grant research tip: When searching for grants, using geography is an effective way to target funders. Start small and work your way out. Funding Priority: Arts & Culture. Ford Foundation.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

You’ve heard that the power of storytelling is essential when it comes to educating people about your cause and converting people into supporters. They can be used to attract new donors, to engage with community members, supporters, and other stakeholders, and to help with grant applications.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

I got this advice hammered into me for years and now looking closer at how I write fundraising emails, I see there’s still some applicability to this. In this article I’m going to show you my approach to narrative and storytelling in email that has helped me raise just shy of $1m in a year for one of my clients.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 13, 2016

The start of the grant process is similar to writing this article. Tina, the development director, found the perfect grant in the most unlikely of places…) A bold proclamation? Tina, the development director, found the perfect grant in the most unlikely of places…) A bold proclamation? Let’s do that. Shop Local.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 24, 2017

Finding grants for your nonprofit organization is a lot like shopping for a pair of jeans. Plenty of resources exist to find that perfect grant for your organization that has the style, flexibility and price tag you need – or maybe that’s the jeans. Square one on your mission to finding grants for your nonprofit starts here.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 20, 2024

They will explore the roadmap beyond the total web solution with a focus on real-world applications of AI and enhanced interoperability across the NXT suite. She’ll provide a step-by-step process for integrating federal grant compliance into your organization’s internal controls.

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2023

They simply need to be good storytellers. Storytelling opens doors and creates interest and can be coupled with an invitation to “take action” on the organization’s website which hopefully helps them acquire email addresses. Demystify fundraising Nonprofit fundraising can feel daunting and overwhelming, especially to board members.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

By working together, funders can discover gaps and unmet needs, coordinate grants and other support, and maximize the unique resources and relationships that each brings to the table. . Sometimes foundations that are not collaboration members provide their grant information to paint a more complete picture of private giving.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

Feature them on your website, in newsletters, on social media, in grant applications, and during fundraising campaigns. Who are your target storytellers? Start your testimonial collection campaign, nurture a storytelling culture within your organization, and integrate these powerful voices into your communication efforts.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 14, 2023

First use this year’s revenue to establish a baseline for all your expected revenue, including but not limited to individual giving, major gifts, events income, expected pledges, and grants. Finance Director Government Grants INCREASE IMPACT Optimize grant management to ensure alignment with mission and efficient use of funds.

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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. O'Fallon, Missouri: Learn How to Apply for a $10,000 per Month Google AdWords Grant. Storytelling and Content Strategy Best Practices.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

This work can include writing newsletters, social media posts, research articles, editorials in the voice of the founder, and grant writing. 5 Creative Content beyond text Generative AI tools are becoming very powerful storytelling aids. This can lead to increased productivity and cost savings.

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Candid

AUGUST 18, 2022

This requires funders to examine their practices including grant applications, reporting requirements, decision-making structures, and program design to determine whether they reflect the inequities they seek to eliminate. Here are three actions to take to commit to funding Black communities and leaders for the long-term: .

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

A major part of making your marketing campaigns successful is by using visual storytelling. Grant management. Grants are a great funding source for many nonprofits. With how competitive many grants are, applying to as many grants as you can is your best chance at getting funds for your mission. Design tools.

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

They will need to make financial incentives to attend—especially grants and scholarships—more robust and communicate how an education at their school prepares students for the future. Does it convey a unique advantage to potential applicants? Use video storytelling! What are the geographical and regional implications?

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 25, 2017

With a deep focus on results and sophisticated technology built to match, we see foundations growing their outcomes measurement maturity and shifting how they evaluate grants, from applications through reporting. We’re seeing more and more organizations embracing data to drive strategy, collaboration, and impact storytelling.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 24, 2010

We know storytelling is important for grant applications and fundraising appeals, how is it most useful in marketing? It’s easy for all of us, in both our personal lives and in our professional lives, to take others for granted. Tags: interview marketing best practice fundraising storytelling.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

We are both excited and proud to see that Forum One has been awarded in nine categories for our work in website, video and mobile application development and design. AARP Livability Index. Gold – Association Website. In 2022, Forum One launched a new, redesigned Livability Index website and data explorer.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

We are both excited and proud to see that Forum One has been awarded in nine categories for our work in website, video and mobile application development and design. AARP Livability Index. Gold – Association Website. In 2022, Forum One launched a new, redesigned Livability Index website and data explorer.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

For nonprofit managers who oversee tedious administrative work and grant proposal grinds, for instance, AI is a godsend for reducing time suck. And, as we learn more, we’re discovering that these applications are remarkable research assistants, too. Leverage Storytelling Almost every organization has compelling success stories.

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NTEN

JUNE 12, 2012

Nonprofit marketing expert, and NTEN board member extraordinaire, Nancy Schwartz wants to help you with a straightforward value swap: you give her your attention for 5 minutes and she'll share her expertise on storytelling.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 15, 2024

Data-Driven Storytelling : AI can analyze large datasets to identify trends and patterns, helping nonprofits craft compelling stories that highlight their impact. However, if we look at Microsoft, applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, each has features like predictive text, grammar and style suggestions, and even data insights.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Publicize volunteer grant opportunities. Through volunteer grant programs, companies provide grants to organizations where employees volunteer on a regular basis. Incentivize potential volunteers to get involved with your nonprofit on a regular basis by educating them about volunteer grant opportunities.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 13, 2016

Our Digital Storytelling Challenge. Check out our resources on great nonprofit storytelling and learn more. By flagging your transactions in QuickBooks with these handy utilities, you can quickly pull related data into relevant reports by a particular grant or program. But which topics were our most popular? Storymakers.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Consumers can ask you publicly about your social good efforts on social media, team members across the world need immediate access to a grant application, funding recipients in remote villages can provide previously inaccessible data, and more. . That means marketing, finance, analytics, grants management, and more.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 10, 2023

There were also a limited number of discounted registrations ($400) for nonprofits with total revenues under $1,000,000 that were granted on a first-come, first-served basis. In 2023, the application was as follows: To apply for one of those registrations, organization’s email page 1 of their 990 to Registration@bridgeconf.org.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

Virtual Reality Is the Future of Storytelling. My gut reaction to that experience was that the future of virtual reality (VR) does not lie in the hands of Hollywood production houses or video game enthusiasts, but in those of documentarians and storytellers worldwide. What VR Can Do. The VR revolution has already begun in earnest.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

Our focus was on: Dollars granted. Number of grants. What is different for those people that our grants support?” “What is different for those people that our grants support?” Geographical location. What has been achieved for those dollars?” How have our employees helped local charities where they live and work do more?

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

The features of Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud include: Grants management Program management Customizable dashboards Automation and workflow Pricing For pricing information, visit Salesforce’s website. Add compelling images, videos, and storytelling elements to engage your donors and supporters. Design and customize your campaigns.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 29, 2021

By Laura Bucher , Storyteller at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. 5) Apply for a Google Grant. While Google carefully guards their search engine algorithm, they do offer in-kind grants for nonprofits (up to $10,000 per month) for their paid search (Google ads) platform.

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