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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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 22, 2023

By using narrative and storytelling techniques, you’ll be able to communicate your nonprofit’s mission and impact while building stronger emotional connections with your audience. 3 Top Nonprofit Storytelling Strategies Well-crafted nonprofit stories will help you engage with your audience and inspire them to take further action.

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Candid

MARCH 22, 2022

So many things are competing for your supporters’ (and potential supporters’) attention, from the latest meme to their endless email queue—how can you capture their interest amidst all that noise? The answer: tell an engaging story. So those are very four key elements to telling a compelling story that really can get people to act.

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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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TechImpact

OCTOBER 30, 2014

Your brain loves a good story. There is a distinct chemical reaction that happens in one’s brain when they’re reading a compelling or interesting story. This same chemical is also created when you’re reading stories. For example, donating money to charities that are associated with that great story or narrative.

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.orgSource

AUGUST 28, 2023

The YouTubers who manage those channels know how to tell a story and they are experts in their field. This advice is especially relevant for anyone looking to attract a younger audience. Thought leadership is a powerful way to engage an audience that prefers to be educated versus sold to. For one compelling reason.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 9, 2023

I’ve told these stories before, but I’m referring to them again because they highlight advice that can help associations find stability when chaos threatens. Nancy’s Story “Working with public institutions was especially important during the early days,” Nancy recalled. “We As the pandemic continued, the focus evolved.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

The thinking goes something like this: if they won’t pay attention to what we have to say about climate change, homelessness, or education in written form, maybe they will if we say it in pictures. Too many and you’ve lost your audience. And because no clear message or story emerges, they give up. Amelia Kohm, Ph.D. ,

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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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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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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Read the full client story here to learn how they pulled off such a complex event, and get all the tips and tricks to help your nonprofit get there, too. What is a reasonable amount of time for your audience to stay attentive while watching a livestream from home? It was a huge success, and the Jungle Party raised $1.9

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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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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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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. It became clear that while we needed more staff in several areas of our work, I advocated for someone to help with our social media and audience engagement.

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Achieve

AUGUST 12, 2021

Ask a volunteer to share a personal story from their time serving the organization, or ask one of your clients to share an example of how your organization has benefitted them. Communicate with your audience by showing engaging photos of your work or a testimonial. Share an on-the-ground perspective of your work. As of 2019, 90.4%

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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 9, 2020

The next step is for the organization to craft and disseminate a story through the “digital storytelling ecosystem:”. The story should be consistent, cohesive and compelling, and readily accessible by a simple Google search of the organization’s name. Enable the audience to identify with it.

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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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The NonProfit Times

MAY 20, 2024

Unfortunately, traditional marketing tactics might no longer be as effective to capture attention. However, with the ever-changing algorithms and saturation of content, it can be challenging to cut through the noise and capture the attention of followers.

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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. Parr uses the metaphor of building a fire to describe how capturing attention works. There are three stages starting with ignition, what captures immediate attention.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Adding legible, large text that is viewable on a small, mobile screen lets you get your ideas across, even if your audience isn’t listening. You really only have a few seconds to grab attention. Get their attention with a “hook” (i.e. something that grabs the viewer’s attention) and then get to the point.

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Tech Soup

MAY 19, 2016

'" That opening in Graves of Cotton by Fernando Molina Cortés immediately grabs your attention, and leaves you asking questions and demanding more information. " Based on short summary text before the start of the story, you already know that Grace was assaulted. The Middle: Why Should Your Reader Care?

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Greater Giving

MARCH 25, 2024

You’ve only got a few brief seconds to engage attendees as they browse item displays, making item descriptions one of the best ways to catch their attention. For example, let’s say that your auction event attracts an audience of individuals drawn to trips and travel. But how do you write a great description?

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Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

This means that there are more opportunities to tell your nonprofit’s story , spread awareness of your cause, and connect with donors around the world. A holistic nonprofit digital marketing plan involves weaving together multiple channels and strategies into a unified approach that resonates with your target audience. Supporter type.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Through stories, people can speak out their minds, share wisdom, and pass information to others. Telling a good story can influence the mindset of the audience, and this explains why a lot of businesses today are using this tool to market their brands to their potential customers. Select Your Audience. Know Your Goals.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

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. That means that more than half of Instagram’s 1 billion users look at and consume Instagram Stories – EVERY DAY! . Here are 6 ways. . Well, it depends!

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Since negative information draws greater attention, many may believe it has greater validity. This might be why bad news seems to garner more attention. While all three approaches communicate the same story to the audience , the tone or language changes how the nonprofit connects or attracts the audience.

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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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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Whether your nonprofit already has a devoted following that likes and shares your posts, or you’re still building your presence on social media, here are some tips will help you expand your social audience and, ultimately, your donor base. Setting up a blog on Medium is a great way to start telling your nonprofit’s story (and it’s free).

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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. Homeboy Industries’ tagline is a mini-masterpiece, telling a memorable story in just six words.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It also requires strategic planning, effective communication, and innovative marketing techniques to reach your target audience and inspire them to take action. Leverage Multiple Marketing Channels If you want to attract the attention of as many supporters as possible, develop a multichannel marketing strategy. Problem solve.

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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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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 16, 2022

When you’re able to set the stage with analytics and donor attributes – like their wealth rating, public giving records, and personal interests – you can strengthen your understanding of each donor segment, and position your asks to speak to specific audiences. Winter 2022. 25 Ways to Spotlight Your Donation Form.

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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. You know your audience best. Tag your products in Stories and Posts.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 17, 2024

The best blogs engage audiences by making personal connections with readers and sharing insider mission information. This guide will explore best practices for creating a blogging and content strategy that drives audience engagement, encourages donations, and makes readers feel like part of your nonprofit’s community.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Some assume direct mail is ineffective today and that younger audiences don’t want to receive it. Every piece of direct mail that converts donors has to not only capture their attention but also move them to take the next step and give. Direct mail is too often associated with the past.

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