NTEN

JUNE 11, 2014

Alexandra will address how we tell stories with data, sharing a roadmap for your organization to create a data plan, understanding staff support, and share stories of your work. Infographics have certainly risen in popularity the last few years as a way to help use data in our storytelling.

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Qgiv

JULY 10, 2023

As new thinking continues to emerge and donor positioning shifts, ethical storytelling is evolving, and a new messaging strategy, called strength-based messaging , has emerged. The challenges of strength-based messaging Finding the balance in your story. Example : , Jennifer is first a mother of 3 and a musician, who is facing cancer.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 27, 2021

It’s important to note that one of the best forms of messaging is through storytelling. Human brains engage, absorb, and remember stories better than any other form of communication available. . Consider which stories you have within your organization that are powerful stories of struggle and overcoming.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 19, 2013

It's easy to see why Twitter wanted a foothold in the video messaging game — dynamic storytelling apps like Instagram and Cinemagram. less to tell your story. In the end, this is the short bit I created for our annual Digital Storytelling Challenge: Hey cool cats. Now, those six seconds don't have to be.

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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.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 21, 2006

The Storyteller and the Listener Online , edited by Holly Stevens of Oak Ridge, North Carolina, publishes two guest essays each month which explore, "the role of story and narrative in peacemaking, healing, bridge building and reconciliation processes in communities around the world." Can you tell me a story about you?

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 29, 2020

A great example of this kind of strategic partnership is between the V Foundation for Cancer Research and Vs. Cancer. . The V Foundation empowers cancer research by funding at prominent cancer centers across the nation, whereas Vs. Cancer helps athletes to fund local pediatric oncology programs and childhood cancer research.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

He is one of the best teachers to learn howto use brand storytelling and social media to build your organization’s reputation, donor community, and social impact. He is offering a seminar (visit www.WeFirst13.com For example, is the focus of your work improving the life of cancer survivors or funding research for a cure?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2009

Fabulous storytelling. I love Shel's writing - he tells one great story after another. From the Flickr Twitterville Group Shel Israel has written a book called Twitterville: How Businesses Can Thrive in the New Global Neighborhoods. It's a great read! Better yet, I've got a couple of advanced copies to give away.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

In conjunction with the third annual TechSoup Digital Storytelling Challenge , we are offering three free webinars to ensure you know the nuts and bolts of all the stages of production — and get your questions answered by the experts. The second part of this three-part webinar series on Thursday, February 9, at 11:00 a.m.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Canine Cancer Alliance Wag Love Campaign. For example, Canine Cancer Alliance (CCA) raised nearly $30,000 using CauseVox to power their peer-to-peer fundraising campaign – Wag Love. Canine Cancer Alliance Website CTAs. Use Your Story The Right Way. Personal Fundraiser Story. Include an emotional component.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 8, 2013

No matter what, I think that it’s always important to share stories from the communities that you have helped. These stories put a face - a tangible, human element – to your mission and vision. As an employee of, a volunteer for, and a donor to different nonprofits, these stories give me a different kind of goal to focus on.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 23, 2017

Stories are social. The importance of digital reputation management – stories last forever and can spread quickly. Everyone loves a good story. Transmedia storytelling it is the technique of telling a story across multiple online platforms and formats using current digital technologies. Content is king.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 24, 2009

Over the past six months, I've been collaborating on a book with Allison Fine , titled " The Networked Nonprofit " and we've been sifting through stories, research, and seeing many patterns. In 2010, we are likely to see more interaction - not with the organizations, but with the actual recipients of the dollars. Click at the Heartstrings.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 14, 2010

Here’s an example of a video See3 produced in partnership with Charity Dynamics for the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event. American Cancer Society saw a 10:1 return on investment from this effort. Her name was automatically inserted, and all she had to do was share the link.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 24, 2009

I love Shel's writing - he tells one great story after another. But he also has done his homework. Like a sociologist digging up the remains of an ancient civilization or someone researching their family history, he went to great lengths to uncover the beginning of fundraising on Twitter.

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See3

JULY 31, 2017

See3 is working with Make-A-Wish to help them tell more powerful stories – stories that speak to the impact of a wish on everyone touched by the experience, stories that illustrate the urgency of granting those wishes, and the need for donors and potential volunteers to step up. That’s a lot of stories to tell.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 24, 2013

See3, YouTube, NTEN, and Cisco came together to award storytellers for their awesome work, celebrate the many organizations and individuals who submitted great video, and highlight the nonprofit community who participates. YouTube video NTEN digital storytelling Cisco DoGooder Awards See3' Please visit the site to view this video).

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 25, 2023

Your giving to our hospital is appreciated” is not the same as “Your giving to cure cancer makes you a visionary leader.” Tell more stories. Human beings are wired for storytelling. If you are larger, think about what these thoughtful donors, collectively, make possible. Thank them for the purposeful thing they’ve done.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

For decades, LLS has harnessed people power to raise funds for cancer research and treatment through Light the Night , Team in Training , Visionaries of the Year , and other unique in-person events—historically raising 67% of all individual contributions made to LLS. Support Authentic Experiences.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

They give because they’re motivated by the story of a friend, a video you post on social media, or the client spotlight in your e-newsletter. Instead, it’s an opportunity for storytelling, donor cultivation , supporter engagement, and a way to build awareness around your organization and mission.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 27, 2020

Your ability to tell human stories. Share human stories that people can connect with. Human storytelling. Or a breast cancer survivor who was pregnant when diagnosed, and she received care thanks to a grant provided to the hospital by Susan G. Storytelling Resources . They delivered. Devon Blaine. Stacy Caprio.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Your soft launch supporters may have a story to tell, testimonials about your organization, or feedback on the donation process. We’ve all heard it before: storytelling is at the heart of nonprofit fundraising. 56% of social media users who donate said that a compelling story is what made them donate. Obviously share them!

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NTEN

MAY 27, 2010

While I was with the American Cancer Society, we were inspired by an amazing monitoring system developed by the Humane Society. You can make one, too: type in Cancer (or your own keyword) at search.twitter.com and see what results are returned. In 2008, I helped start the Frozen Pea Fund against breast cancer.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 7, 2009

On empathy & telling stories that matter. The quotes below are taken from a New York Observer story about an incredibly interesting panel that included Ann Curry, Robert Scoble, and other journalists from CNN, FOX and NBC in a discussion about the evolution of journalism in the context of Twitter and social media. CHRISTOPHER R.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

It is difficult to get people excited to buy office supplies, but if they have the opportunity to purchase items used by the population you are helping, whether that is apes, children or cancer patients, donors will be more likely to back your cause. Use your storytelling skills! As with any donation, follow-up is important.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 4, 2009

Flickr: Cambodia4Kidsorg In this article about Twitter and story-telling, NTEN members Beth Kanter and Thomas Negron are mentioned. David Neff shares the social media guidelines he helped develop for the American Cancer Society. Thank you, David!

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Peer-to-peer fundraising catapults your supporters and donors into your organization’s narrative; it is powerful and increasingly popular because the fundraisers become the heroes of the story. As they do, they’ll spread the word and share your story. What Are The Benefits Of Peer to Peer Fundraising? Keeping In Touch.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

Stephen’s Story was a campaign launched by Teenage cancer fundraiser Stephen Sutton who passed away from cancer, but not before raising several million pounds for the charity as part of his bucket list. In August, 2015, the second ALS Icebucket Challenge took place. His campaign was amplified by other influencers.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 8, 2014

We’ve been inspired and moved by your stories. So without further ado, meet our judges, a collection of storytelling experts who will be choosing our awardees. She founded The Storytelling Nonprofit to help nonprofits connect in more meaningful ways with donors through stories and stewardship. Vanessa Chase.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 14, 2012

TechSoup’s Digital Storytelling Challenge tweet chat gathered nonprofit video experts and other experienced storytellers to share what works, what channels are best and more when it comes to sharing videos over social media. Learn how to use LinkedIn's new features to tell your organization's story.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

From Mother’s Day campaigns raising money for breast cancer research to Christmas fundraisers collecting gifts for children in need, great holiday fundraisers stick in your mind for years afterwards. Adding holiday filters, stickers, or music to social media stories promoting the fundraiser.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2023

Using CauseVox’s platform, Endure To Cure exemplifies the power of peer-to-peer fundraising by mobilizing almost 1000 individuals to donate to the Pediatric Cancer Foundation. Use a personal story, explain how you first got in contact with the organization and why their mission is important to you. Why do you care?

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DNL OmniMedia

DECEMBER 12, 2024

As you present your nonprofits story and mission in an authentic way and deliver on the promises made in your communications, you will establish a reputation as a nonprofit that is true to its word and makes a real difference. Use the power of storytelling. Storytelling inspires your audience.

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CauseVox

JULY 18, 2022

Peer-to-peer fundraising catapults your supporters and donors into your organization’s narrative; it is compelling and increasingly popular because the fundraisers become the heroes of the story. As they do, they’ll spread the word and share your story. Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Statistics: The Benefits. Keeping In Touch.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

2) Focus on Storytelling and Impact. More than 56% of social media users cite compelling storytelling as a prime motivator in donating so you should capitalize on your best ambassadors to help raise money. Be sure to tie your story to the impact a donation makes as well. Watch a 4-minute CauseVox demo here.

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CauseVox

JULY 31, 2022

Peer-to-peer fundraising catapults your supporters and donors into your organization’s narrative; it is compelling and increasingly popular because the fundraisers become the heroes of the story. As they do, they’ll spread the word and share your story. Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Statistics: The Benefits. Keeping In Touch.

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