Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 26, 2021

Nonprofit fundraising videos bring your organization’s work to life in a way that written stories just can’t. Videos show as well as tell. In short, videos make an impression. Nonprofit fundraising videos help you raise more money. There are different types of videos, and many do not require expertise.

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Neon CRM

JULY 13, 2023

Launch a Storytelling Campaign Studies have proven that storytelling is much more effective than fact-sharing alone. That’s direct scientific proof that storytelling is the way to go when we want to engage and inspire people on GivingTuesday and beyond. Video can also be an excellent format for sharing statistics and quotes.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. While Facebook and Twitter may be waning a bit in popularity and usage, visual storytelling platform Instagram keeps growing in engagement and daily time spent on the site. .

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CauseVox

AUGUST 12, 2024

With so many causes vying for attention, standing out can feel like an impossible task. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes in, we’ve got the tips and tricks to help you reach your goals. It’s perfect for specific projects or emergencies where you can tell a compelling story and set a clear goal.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

Once you’ve got their attention, people will want to get in touch, to find more information about becoming a member. 6) Use video and live streaming for storytelling. While photos can be fun, videos create a more visceral experience and will create a more powerful memory. Collaborate with popular people in your niche.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Storytelling is a strategic tool that has been used since the beginning of humanity to transmit a meaningful message to others. Nonprofits can also make use of storytelling to engage their audience , get their attention, and influence them to change their behavior and take action. Know Your Goals. Select Your Audience.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

At some point in your professional fundraising career, you’ve probably heard the importance of storytelling when crafting your nonprofit’s donor experience. No matter your experience, a crucial aspect of storytelling is helping donors understand what your organization does and showing how, or who, you’re helping. That sounds amazing.

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

That’s why we often say that advocacy is for everyone: when decisions are being made that affect your organization’s work, mission, and vision, it just makes sense to get involved, unite your supporters, and move them to take action with you in pursuit of a specific mission-oriented goal. Lobby days (in-person or virtual!)

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 6, 2024

All day long your goals are hijacked. Another day goes by, and once again, your most important goals are put on hold. What would be possible if you followed through on your best intentions? As you’re about to get back to work, a board member stops in to tell you about a new grant *opportunity.* Do yourself a favor and subscribe.

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

A strategy will keep you on top of your marketing goals and tell you when to post your social media content for the highest impact. Clearly establishing your objectives will help you fine tune your ad’s details to meet your campaign’s goals. Here are some pointers for creating an effective video ad.

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Tech Soup

MAY 28, 2013

So, we want to help match your intended efforts with the right tools to achieve your goals. That's what the Digital Storytelling Challenge seeks to accomplish every year. At the 2013 Digital Storytelling Awards Gala on May 28, the community's successes were clear. First Place Video. Without further ado.

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Care2

MARCH 12, 2012

The 30-minute “Kony 2012” video produced by the nonprofit Invisible Children , which generated over 70M views on YouTube over the past week, has caused a firestorm in the nonprofit community. Their goal is to make Kony a household name in the U.S. The Kony 2012 video incorporates these principals exceptionally well.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Leverage Multiple Marketing Channels If you want to attract the attention of as many supporters as possible, develop a multichannel marketing strategy. Share photos and videos of the animals in your care and use relevant hashtags to expand your reach. Tell the story of those impacted by your organization. Show impact and results.

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Greater Giving

JULY 25, 2024

Here are the essential elements: The Best Fundraising Events Have Clear Goals and Objectives Defining clear goals and objectives is the cornerstone of a successful fundraising event. Set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals. Preparing for a World-Class Fundraising Event Practice makes perfect.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 12, 2023

Set SMART goals Build your audience persona Develop your brand Determine what channels to use Put together a content strategy Drive engagement Track your results. Set SMART goals. The first step to creating your social media strategy is to establish your social media goals. How to Create a Nonprofit Social Media Strategy.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2024

Master the art of nonprofit storytelling Storytelling is an essential tool for nonprofits, and its importance continues to grow year after year. With the growth of online spaces, storytelling is pivotal for cutting through the digital noise and captivating new donors’ attention. Be authentic.

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sgEngage

APRIL 20, 2023

Your fundraising campaigns are usually geared toward reaching a specific goal. BWF’s steps to annual giving encourage storytelling through your annual giving campaign. As the final touch, use images and videos to really make your story come to life. These videos can also be shared on other platforms.

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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. Capture their attention!

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The Storytelling Non-profit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

When I talk to other non-profit professionals about email fundraising, many of the questions I get asked boil down to how to capture and keep people’s attention. 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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Qgiv

JULY 27, 2021

Julia: My framework that I use with my clients is 80/20: 80% of your posts should be informative, educational, inspirational, helpful, valuable, shedding light on your programs, storytelling, etc. It builds that trust and earns their attention, so when you do have something to ask them, they’ll pay attention.

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Forum One

APRIL 28, 2010

I also had the privilege of speaking on another Online Storytelling panel with Roger Burks and Jay Davis. We've provided training on how to interview subjects, tips for photographing and video-recording, as well as best practices for writing strong stories that encourage and elicit action.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 11, 2023

A smart online donation form is more likely to retain potential donors’ attention and encourage them to complete the process. Remember that technology, content, and data are not just buzzwords; they’re powerful allies in achieving your organization’s goals. It requires minimal time and effort to fill out.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 26, 2024

If you’re planning a capital campaign or other major fundraising effort, clearly define the goal and how it will be used, then promote the effort with tiered giving. According to NXUnite by Nexus Marketing’s storytelling tips , personal narratives can add authenticity and emotional depth that help build your case for support.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

These 31 ideas for online fundraising for nonprofits will help you reach your yearly goals and have fun while you do it! However, modern platforms, smartphones, and short video formats allow nonprofits to take advantage of this powerful tool in a number of ways. Here are 10 ways to use video in online fundraising for nonprofits.

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Achieve

AUGUST 18, 2023

Increasing donor engagement is also a common goal, and a solid marketing strategy can encourage more supporters to get involved with your organization—through participation in your live auction and beyond. Create Fundraising Videos Video marketing for nonprofits is on the rise for several reasons.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 22, 2014

TechSoup has been running international video and photo competitions for some years now. In previous years, we called it our Digital Storytelling Challenge. Any charity anywhere in the world can send us a short video or five-picture Flickr slideshow that tells about their work and will be entered to win some cash prizes.

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Byte Technology

APRIL 14, 2016

From the necessity of responsive design to the rebirth of parallax scrolling, tweaks to make video more compelling to the altering of simple color palettes, the best designers in the industry thrive on enhancing not only the visual appeal of a site but the overall user experience as well.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

However, the real challenge begins when the initial urgency subsides and public attention shifts away. Having these elements in place not only positions you to capitalize on the increased attention during emergencies but also provides a clear pathway for donors to continue their support.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Use compelling photos and video. Because you have such a small amount of time to grab your reader’s attention, you need to catch their eye immediately. On that thank-you page, have a bit of text to thank them for their donation and maybe a short thank-you video. Here are some tips for making better videos.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 5, 2022

These fundraising efforts with your donors are key for your non-profit goals. Below you’ll find the video version of this blog post, or continue reading to get all the details! You’ll also want to strategically use bolding or italics to call extra attention to key points in your letter. Sometimes it's difficult.

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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. Second, year-end giving gives nonprofits an opportunity to use a big chunk of their resources to meet their annual fundraising goals, and it gives donors a last chance to get a tax-deductible gift out the door.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

As AI technology continues to advance, it’s likely that nonprofits will increasingly rely on AI prompts to achieve their goals. 5 Creative Content beyond text Generative AI tools are becoming very powerful storytelling aids. Whether it is images, audio, or videos, generative AI tools are able to 10x the production.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Most nonprofits and charities will give you information with regard to donation amount and impact, which can help you set a goal. From there, create a goal and a timeframe for your campaign, making sure that both are specific, attainable, reasonable, and relevant. Perform A Personal Challenge. David Lichman Moustache Challenge.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

As you create marketing content, use storytelling strategies. They could record a testimonial video detailing their journey to recovery and expressing their gratitude for your organization’s support. The cost of a small prize for the winner will be well worth the attention the contest draws to your campaign.

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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. Set fundraising and supporter engagement goals for the auction. If your auction has a sponsor, provide them with graphics and videos they can share on their channels to attract new faces.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

For this reason, your social media campaign must stand out so that it can attract the attention of the right people. On social media, storytelling is a powerful tool that can draw in people who have stumbled across your platform. The more images, graphics, and videos you can incorporate into your platform, the better.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

End-of-year giving letters are a great way to ask your donors for one last donation before you start fresh and strive to meet new fundraising goals in the next year. Storytelling is one of the best ways to connect with your donors. What is an end-of-year giving letter? Tell a story.

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