The Storytelling Non-profit

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Specifically, what to do before and during the campaign to generate additional awareness. One of the tactics I frequently use is storytelling to increase awareness of a campaign (surprise, surprise). Using Stories to Increase Awareness of a Year-End Fundraising Campaign. The story communicates a problem.

Awareness 102

Awareness Campaign Story Fundraising 102

Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 1, 2012

In the report “ How Giving Contests Can Strengthen Nonprofits and Communities ,” sponsored by the Case Foundation and released today, Geoff Livingston analyzes the impact of Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington and the repercussions for other regions and nonprofit communities. Just as organizations (usually!)

Community 158

Community Giving Washington Social Media 158

CauseVox

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Storytelling Storytelling possesses an unparalleled power to ignite empathy, drive action, and foster connection – making it an indispensable tool for your GivingTuesday social media campaigns. An example of storytelling in a Raising Hope Dogs GivingTuesday social media fundraising campaign.

Social Media 97

Social Media Media Tips Social 97

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

Once your NGO has laid a foundation for online fundraising success by launching a mobile-optimized website, an e-newsletter, and having the ability to accept online donations, your NGO is then ready to use social media to maximize online fundraising and cause awareness. 1) Tell your NGOs’ story in photo essay format.

Social Media 273

Social Media Practice NGO Media 273

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

By Greg Fine – a marketing consultant that works to elevate nonprofit marketing impact, revitalize giving campaigns, and bring energy and awareness to nonprofit brands and their mission. 25% YELLOW: Emotional Storytelling Emotional appeals were crucial for tapping donor heartstrings. Online Donations – St.

Campaign 239

Campaign Giving Nonprofit Google 239

NTEN

OCTOBER 4, 2011

In a time when photographs circulate around the globe at an unprecedented scale and speed, and revolutions are propelled by viral images, it has become more important than ever for mission-driven organizations to create impactful visual media that can drive action and fuel awareness. www.photophilanthropy.org.

Storytelling 100

Storytelling San Francisco Nonprofit Photography 100

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

It’s a community that takes a while to understand and adapt to. That said, for those nonprofits that do want to grow a community on Twitter, follow these best practices when writing your tweets to maximize the likelihood of your tweets getting noticed: 1. 10) Explore Twitter Spaces, Newsletters, and Communities.

Twitter 346

Twitter Practice Nonprofit Social Media 346

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 11, 2024

There is no doubt that social media, no matter the platform, remains a powerful way for people to build communities and connect with the causes and nonprofits they care about. This is where social media storytelling comes in! Posts with personal, heartfelt stories always work best on social media. 7) Make it irresistible.

Social Media 295

Social Media Donor Media Social 295

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.

Map 233

Map Fundraising Donor Impact 233

DNL OmniMedia

AUGUST 25, 2021

That’s where nonprofit storytelling comes into play. That’s why we’ve created this comprehensive guide to nonprofit storytelling, in which you’ll explore the following points: The Importance of Storytelling for Nonprofits. 7 Tips for Effective Storytelling for Nonprofits Using Digital Marketing. Raising awareness.

Storytelling 98

Storytelling Digital Guide Marketing 98

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2021

By Laura Bucher , Storyteller at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. 5) Collaborate with your surrounding community. Follow the lead of this executive director who launched her two-person nonprofit team into the limelight simply by joining in on the community conversation.

Donor 334

Donor Ideas Social Nonprofit 334

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 1, 2012

Add in some training for nonprofits, a communications campaign, and a well designed online contest that make it a win-win for all nonprofits and you have a powerful strategy for giving a financial boost for a community’s nonprofits. These platforms allow nonprofits to seamlessly integrate social media into an online campaign.

Community 111

Community Fundraising Giving Social 111

CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

By using community-driven fundraising techniques, such as peer-to-peer fundraising , making phone calls, sharing the campaign online, connecting you with prospective donors, or using their community connections to broaden your campaign’s scope, your board can kickstart the fundraising efforts.

Campaign 103

Campaign Giving Strategy Donor 103

CauseVox

JANUARY 8, 2025

This campaign was more than a fundraiserit was an opportunity for donors to witness the talent within the autism community while directly supporting ASFs mission to advance research, improve lives, and foster understanding. This ripple effect can lead to exponential growth in both awareness and donations.

Campaign 73

Campaign Results Fundraising Montana 73

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

Similar to how consumer brands use holidays like Black Friday and Cyber Monday to ignite the spirit of the holiday season and boost foot (or click) traffic, nonprofits can leverage Giving Tuesday to attract donor awareness, gifts, and loyalty. Announce your official program and welcome them to join your subscription gift community.

Giving 271

Giving Question Nonprofit Campaign 271

Greater Giving

JUNE 19, 2023

An effective case for support is a must-have for any organization that relies on donations to get its work done and make a difference in its community. It’s common knowledge today that storytelling is among the most effective ways to connect with an audience and deliver content in a way that’s catchy, resonant, and memorable.

Storytelling 75

Storytelling Support Tips Story 75

.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Despite the novelty, we were interviewing some of the most forward-thinking leaders in our community. Both participants must be aware of context, or unspoken emotional dynamics and backstory, that might influence the outcome.” In virtual situations, awareness of your colleagues’ perspectives and needs is critical.

Virtual 251

Virtual Lesson Experiment Learning 251

Care2

MAY 11, 2011

We so often focus on learning from innovative online campaigns that we miss out on opportunities to integrate offline cause communities and grassroots advocacy. This is exactly the innovative campaign that nonprofits should be getting behind and partner more with creative community members to produces. Diverse Goals.

Advocacy 72

Advocacy Community Storytelling Build 72

Allegiance Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

It’s a total shift in behavior that nonprofits should harness to boost their fundraising efforts, grow their donor bases, and raise brand and issue awareness. They prefer engaging with causes through Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms where visual storytelling thrives. Sharing drives more donations.

Fundraising 52

Fundraising Social Media Influence Donation 52

ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 10, 2022

If people are not given adequate content, they will not share with others and the organization and its mission will fail to engage the community. One question must be asked at every step of the planning process: Is video the best way to communicate the message? Define the goal and audience. Define the message.

Video 98

Video Strategy Community Nonprofit 98

Whole Whale

MARCH 28, 2025

Whole Whale created the Funnel of Engagement to help orgs like you better map the typical journey a supporter takes from being Aware of your organization to becoming Committed to your cause. Heres what that looks like: Aware : People learn your name and start to understand what you stand for. What to do instead: Balance your efforts.

Digital 52

Digital Strategy Marketing Nonprofit 52

Everyaction

MAY 16, 2018

Since 1949, May has been observed as Mental Health Awareness month to bring attention the ongoing need for proper support and health care services for those affected. They boast a success rate of over 90% for youth that complete their programs and now live in the community and stay in school. Whitman Walker Health.

Awareness 74

Awareness Organization Homeless Children 74

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 2, 2023

For example, with each communication to your recurring donors, you can explain to them exactly where their money is going and how it supports the cause. Leverage the power of storytelling to add extra personal detail to your supporters’ donations and foster a deeper bond with your sustaining level donors.

Trend 304

Trend Fundraising Donor Donation 304

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 5, 2019

While your organization accounts work to build an authentic community, share your story, and advance your brand strategy, playing the game as it was intended (person-to-person) can drive even more meaningful engagement with your cause. . 6) Provide a fun and supportive community. 7 Keys to an Effective Social Media Ambassador Program.

Social Media 273

Social Media Effective Media Program 273

NonProfit Hub

MARCH 18, 2025

Here are some key opportunities: National holidays and awareness days: Tailor your fundraising appeals to align with national holidays or awareness days relevant to your cause. Storytelling: This should be a critical component of your appeal.

Impact 46

Impact Fundraising Time Childhood 46

Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 14, 2009

“Social media is a storytelling tool, it’s let voices effected by climate change be heard around the world&# (@ amysampleward ). The power of social media and the authentic storytelling that takes place is in the opportunity for people to inspire other people to take action, which leads to lesson #2. Lesson #1: Voice.

Social Media 145

Social Media Change Media Social 145

Qgiv

DECEMBER 10, 2024

This versatility allows nonprofits to leverage donation letters across various fundraising initiatives, maximizing their outreach efforts and fostering greater community engagement. Storytelling connects donors to your mission and introduces them to the people theyll help with their gifts. Describe your current initiative.

Template 98

Template Donation Help Raise 98

Whole Whale

APRIL 1, 2025

The stages: Aware: Theyve heard of you and get the gist of your mission. ” – George Weiner, CEO Full-Funnel Fundraising full-funnel fundraising | noun A strategic fundraising methodology that nurtures potential donors through a progressive journey from initial awareness of a cause to sustained financial support.

Strategy 52

Strategy Fundraising Guide Nonprofit 52

Bloomerang

MAY 18, 2021

Are you hoping to increase awareness on a certain topic? Are you hoping to create connections in the community? But each objective will have its own communication plan – communication is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor! Raising awareness about a particular subject with an infographic.

Communication 128

Communication Nonprofit Indianapolis Audience 128

CauseVox

JUNE 5, 2023

While incorporating insights provided in our webinar with Maria Bryan, we’ll demystify the content planning process, discuss trauma-informed storytelling, unpack resources , and help you create content that converts. The Importance of Storytelling It’s no secret that a great story can generate movers and shakers.

Social Media 70

Social Media Storytelling Media Fundraising 70

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Phillips, senior director of policy and research at Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina, and Melissa Levesque, senior vice president and chief strategy officer at Coastal Community Foundation, spoke with Blackbaud’s Sally Ehrenfreid, government relations lead, about implementing advocacy in foundations and their respective journeys.

Advocacy 98

Advocacy Podcast South Carolina Create 98

NetWits

APRIL 11, 2012

NPTech folks are keenly aware of the rise of mobile phone adoption and the need to evolve their online strategies so NTEN made sure the topic was covered by offerings sessions on strategies for going mobile , HTML5 , and optimizing emails for mobile phones. Storytelling Tips from the Pros at @12NTC by Debra Askanase. Visual Notes.

Technology 245

Technology Nonprofit NTEN Social Media 245

CauseVox

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Do you want to create deeper connections with community members? Host of the Nonprofit Nation podcast, she’s written two books for nonprofits on social media and storytelling, and her online courses, webinars, and talks have helped hundreds of nonprofits make the shift to digital thinking and raise more money online.

Social Media 107

Social Media Donor Media Social 107

Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

You've got your appeal solidified, communications materials drafted, and partners on board. But does your community know your plan? You may think that because #GivingTuesday is a 24-hour challenge, you don't need to give your community advanced notice. Include Your Community in Your Campaign.

Technique 70

Technique Community Social Media Campaign 70

Bloomerang

JULY 20, 2021

Are you hoping to raise awareness? . Are you hoping to give the community an opportunity to network? . Are you hoping to give the community an opportunity to volunteer? . Check your community calendars to see if there are any other fundraising events happening around that time that might potentially compete with yours.

Fundraising 119

Fundraising Indianapolis Audience Storytelling 119

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. The theme was chosen in “recognition of women, past and present, who have been active in all forms of media and storytelling including print, radio, TV, stage, screen, blogs, podcasts, and more.

History 52

History Awareness Causes Celebrate 52

Kindful

APRIL 1, 2021

This Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, we’re proud to highlight the innovative and impactful work of these Kindful customers. Mission: Collins Center strives to eliminate sexual violence and its impact in their community. Collins Center. New Jersey Coalition Against Sexual Assault. Survivors of Abuse in Recovery.

Awareness 52

Awareness New Jersey Change Nashville 52