Media Cause

JUNE 1, 2024

Fostering Authentic Relationships With and Amongst Your Audience Digital advocacy is critical to moving missions forward, creating systemic change, educating your base, and mobilizing leaders who are loyal to your organization and committed to the larger movement in which you operate. Consider building up spokespeople to tell these stories.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

It’s incredibly important for nonprofits to tell stories about their organization and the people they serve. Storytelling for nonprofits is an avenue to connect with donors and help them relate to your work. However, it’s critical for that organizations don’t just tell stories effectively—they have to tell them ethically, too.

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sgEngage

JULY 20, 2023

You name the issue, and there is an incredible organization working hard to overcome it. Or two organizations. Or 25 organizations. Impact numbers are a great way to demonstrate the positive changes your organization has provided. It is important to note that not all people are natural-born storytellers.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 6, 2021

This is part one of a series on the skills you need to be a great nonprofit storyteller. Good communication is the key to being an effective fundraiser, building strong relationships, leading well, and serving the people you’re working to help. Storytelling is one of the most powerful forms of communication. I have good news!

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Last week, I was honored to host a virtual roundtable for a small group of nonprofit marketing and communications executives on The Art of Storytelling & Brand Identity. Harold led an exercise that challenged us to find ways to be more intentional with our storytelling. Here are my top five insights from that discussion.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Elevating Latino Voices: How Nonprofits Can Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month From the rhythmic cadence of salsa music to the inspiring tales of pioneers who’ve blazed trails in fields as diverse as literature, science, and politics, the Latino community has enriched the American mosaic in countless ways.

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Qgiv

JULY 10, 2023

Whether your donors are transactional or high value (including mid-level and recurring donors) or participatory (like event participants and volunteers), building healthy relationships with them today—and retaining them—recognizes the responsibility we all have to our constituents, our communities, and, ultimately, to ourselves.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Our colleague Stuart Meyer,* who at the time was CEO of the National Barbeque and Grilling Association, a fully virtual organization, made this comment. “We Organizations that were reluctant to update systems corrected deficits. Team building programs can offer a window into individual work patterns and predilections.

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EveryAction

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, which means many organizations are busy identifying ways to show supporters appreciation for their financial support, volunteer hours, and help promoting their organization’s purpose and programs—and showing this kind of appreciation often means communicating the impact a supporter has had.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

They serve as powerful tools for building trust and authenticity, showcasing real-life impacts of your organization’s work. Impactful Testimonials The most powerful testimonials are those that are relatable, specific, and convey a clear before-and-after transformation due to your organization’s intervention.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Here’s a list of what to remember when building your email campaigns: 1. Make your readers feel good about their support of your organization and informed about the cause they care about. Craft your message in a trustworthy, natural voice so that your readers feel personally involved. Make your emails mobile-friendly.

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

No matter how your nonprofit organization is making change in the world, it’s impacted by others’ decisions, whether those decisions come from local and national legislators, corporations, institutions, or others who hold power and shape the way we live our lives. This means their voices hold power in a range of ways.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 29, 2020

Nonprofit branding is all about how others view your organization and your efforts. In a perfect world, charitable organizations would not have to worry about creating a strong brand image to have a successful organization. Understand the target audience of your organization. Connecting the organization to funders .

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 5, 2024

When they raise their voices, mountains move. They’re your first step toward building an army of advocates ready to stand by your side. The Power of Personal Connection: Contacting Elected Officials Imagine equipping every supporter with a magic wand, one they could wave to instantly share their voice with decision-makers.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 25, 2022

As a non-profit organization, a thank you letter is one of the first touch points a donor receives after making a gift to your organization. This thank you letter can be the gateway to building a long lasting relationship between the donor and your cause. That’s your natural voice! or “ Thank you for your recent gift. “

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 17, 2022

As leaders of nonprofits, we have the power to create the perfect formula for innovation within our organizations. It all starts with your organization’s mission statement. Every new hire is an opportunity to build the organization of your dreams. So where are all the good ideas?

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Another topic that is of interest and can serve as a valuable launch pad for conversations and information, both for Romanian NGOs and organizations around the world, is a blog. But blogs can help your organization in a few key ways: Central Communication Hub. Multimedia Storytelling. Do you have lots of different voices?

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2021

Her goal is to see more nonprofits become true “sustainable social benefit organizations”– those that help people be the change they want to see in their communities and the world. THE AGITATOR / DONOR VOICE. They saw organizations using best practices in ways that weren’t producing results, and decided to do something about it.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 1, 2022

Newsletters are an unquestionably good way to build relationships with your constituents, in particular, donors. When done well, your newsletter can even help your organization raise money. Content is the backbone of your newsletter and it’s in your organization’s best interest to select great content.

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

As nonprofit professionals, most of us are already in the business of people, whether we’re building houses, raising money, educating children or another noble pursuit. If you want to legitimize your organization within your field, take advantage of the networks you’ve already created and tap into those just beyond your current reach.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Building strong relationships with donors is the backbone of successful fundraising. Demonstrating appreciation shows that you value their partnership with the organization. Showcase Impact Through Stories: Share compelling stories or language that illustrates the positive impact the donor has had on the organization’s mission.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 5, 2020

Their work has been featured in The New York Times, NPR, CNN and AdWeek and Doug is a guest lecturer at Stanford University on the power of storytelling for nonprofit organizations. Imagine that you’re scrolling through Facebook or Instagram and start watching a video from a nonprofit organization. The Nonprofit Video Index.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

AUGUST 8, 2020

Over the last two posts in my series on build strategy I’ve talked about making decisions about strategy. One of the points that I’ve reiterated in both of these posts is building strategy around your organization’s strengths. Rather, it’s a way of showing up that is true to your organization, its values, its principles, etc.

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The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 13, 2024

Development professionals looking to build on the five solutions need look no further than the pages preceding Moving Past Barriers. There is a heightened level of uncertainty in giving when a funder is being pitched by a new organization or for a new initiative.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

AUGUST 2, 2022

When I build a fundraising appeal brief, there are some specific elements that I include. In this step of the process, I take the information I’ve put in the brief and build it into an outline. I record a voice memo and transcribe it using Sonix. This will help you build one. I do this about 50% of the time.

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Candid

MAY 23, 2023

Uplifting historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) Shaw University, located in Raleigh, NC, was the first HBCU organized in the South and is the birthplace of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC). Using the power of our voices Speakers stressed the importance of using our voice to create change.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

It goes without saying, but calendar year-end is a critical time for many nonprofit organizations. The more you can understand who’s supported your organization in the past, the more you can understand who is likely to support you in the future. Stay tuned to discover actionable insights that can truly make a difference.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 30, 2018

Note from Beth: Digital storytelling is key to fundraising success, but using a storytelling lens in your organization can have further benefit of busting organizational silos. Fortunately, storytelling busts silos. In fact, we (that is, we organizations) kind of love them. Flickr Photo by Rex Hammock.

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Candid

AUGUST 18, 2022

From the civil rights leaders and Black Panther Party to the Black social change leaders of today , Black communities have wielded social innovation as a tool to design and determine their own futures, build collective power, and achieve liberation. . Black voices, Black spaces. According to the Council on Foundations , only 10.3%

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Neon CRM

JANUARY 19, 2024

If it doesn’t, then your organization won’t last. Focus on Financial Management, Not Just Fundraising Obviously, building a steady stream of revenue is going to be an important part of your strategic plan. Develop a Public Relations Plan Advocacy is about being the voice of change.

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Bonterra

APRIL 11, 2024

Bonterra’s Jumpstart Program Helping grantmakers build nonprofit capacity Interested in helping jumpstart the capacity of your nonprofit community? Request a demo Go beyond the check Empower your grantees to sustain grant funds, diversify revenue, and build a broader base of community support.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Utilize storytelling in your communications. Utilize storytelling in your communications You have probably heard this advice before but it’s not always clear exactly how you actually achieve it. Storytelling is important because it helps your audience better understand and connect with the work you’re doing. Let’s dive in!

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 30, 2022

Utilize storytelling in your communications. Utilize storytelling in your communications You have probably heard this advice before but it’s not always clear exactly how you actually achieve it. Storytelling is important because it helps your audience better understand and connect with the work you’re doing. Let’s dive in!

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 5, 2022

As non-profit organizations we write and send lots of fundraising letters or appeals every year. In this article I will share with you the same steps that I’ve followed myself in order to write fundraising letters that have helped organizations raise over $75,000 in just one appeal letter. Sometimes it's difficult.

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

Nonprofit marketing is one of the key components of getting your organization seen by potential supporters! Learn more about how nonprofit marketing can benefit your organization: What is nonprofit marketing? Nonprofit marketing goals often focus around building recognition, fostering community, and increasing your funds raised.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 17, 2019

It will help you stay organized by planning your content in advance, without being overwhelmed by last-minute deadlines. Monitor important dates : there are numerous awareness days that are relevant to your organization. Get organized : a content calendar can help you create a more consistent social presence. 7) Tell your story.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 22, 2024

From multinational giants like McDonald’s and Disney to his upcoming sixth fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity, Brett has consistently utilized his talents to raise millions of dollars for various organizations. He focuses on first class Auction Fundraising for 501(c)(3) Charitable Organizations.

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