NonProfit Hub

MARCH 2, 2021

It’s that time of year again, Cause Camp 2021 is just around the corner! Cause Camp, presented by Nonprofit Hub and Do More Good , has been nationally recognized by Forbes as a “must-attend” for the nonprofit sector. We are excited to announce the Cause Camp 2021 speaker line-up! Cause Camp 2021 Speaker Line-Up.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 12, 2020

Your emails can do wonders in connecting people with your mission and raising money for your cause. This is your unique chance to give a memorable introduction to your organization and to connect new supporters to your cause. . At the end of the year, most nonprofits tap into the holiday spirit to raise money for their cause. .

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Cause marketing is similar to this mutually beneficial relationship, but it takes the partnership to the next level. Instead of collaborating on a single event, your nonprofit and its corporate partner merge marketing stra tegies for an entire campaign to spread awareness of your cause. What is cause marketing?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

25% YELLOW: Emotional Storytelling Emotional appeals were crucial for tapping donor heartstrings. Influencer and Celebrity Endorsements: Leveraged well-known personalities to promote the campaign, increasing reach and credibility. Leverage Storytelling Almost every organization has compelling success stories. Leverage them.

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Allegiance Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

history, and they are establishing their giving practices, with more than half budgeting to donate to causes annually. Gen Z, with their unparalleled digital fluency and passion for social causes, is leveraging these skills to create meaningful impact and change. Half of Gen Z shares causes or fundraisers at least once a week.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2020

There’s still time for your organization to secure important year-end gifts—if you can capture people’s attention and motivate them to support your cause. PIH’s website has an “Our Impact” page that highlights their positive influence around the world. The page includes several storytelling graphics. Final Thoughts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 10, 2019

You can raise awareness about your cause, you can improve the engagement with your existing supporters but you can also make direct fundraising asks on specific channels. Use social media to tell a story to make it easier for your supporters to learn more about your cause and warm them up to the ask. 7) Celebrate milestones.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 14, 2009

Now to dig into this topic because it combines a couple of interest - storytelling with social media and working in a networked way. Lina offers a concise definition of Transmedia Storytelling , a concept and term coined by Henry Jenkins. It’s likely time to add storytelling to the task list.

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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. About the Author. Cristina Jones.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 23, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore some effective strategies and tips for nonprofit leaders to leverage social media for fundraising and make a lasting impact on their cause. Don’t forget to include clear calls-to-action (CTAs) in your content to guide your audience towards making a donation or supporting your cause in other ways.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

A constant bombardment of messages causes burnout. A constant bombardment of messages in texts, via email, and on social platforms, causes burnout. Both participants must be aware of context, or unspoken emotional dynamics and backstory, that might influence the outcome.”

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

It’s an ideal community to connect co-workers, influencers, donors, and corporate sponsors. Content that focuses on thought leadership, rather than inspirational storytelling, best serves the tone of the LinkedIn community. Connect with past and current co-workers , colleagues, partners, and influencers. For example: 1.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 26, 2011

We’ve seen the rise of a lot of destination sites; sites that allow you to expand your reach and exposure, but often times do so at the expense of your message and storytelling. Rather than direct our friends to a generic donation page, we wanted to be able to weave our own personal story within the cause we support.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 1, 2016

Now, instead of relying on brands to market to us as consumers, we’re using the influence of friends and family to make decisions. When a Facebook friend posts about a family or cause that needs support, we automatically give that cause weight. 5: Collaborative Storytelling Sells. But this isn’t a bad thing, I swear!

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Bloomerang

JUNE 6, 2024

But it’s important to understand that motivating members to become donors is not just a financial ask but an emotional journey, deeply rooted in the psychological connections your members form with your cause. Mastering the art of storytelling: Connecting heart to cause Let’s talk about storytelling —it’s more than a buzzword.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 9, 2012

The storytelling was engaging and compelling. As activists, professionals in social good, and as storytellers, we have to move beyond engaging the community to really parsing out what is the right change and the effective path to the solution. Here’s the problem – these simple narratives can cause damage.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2013

charity: water , a nonprofit that brings clean and safe drinking water to people in developing nations, is leading the way when it comes to redefining nonprofit marketing; they are exceptional at inbound marketing, focusing on creating powerful content to inspire people to join their cause. Tap Into the Power of Social Proof.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The last thing you want is for potential donors to not be able to clearly and quickly find out about your cause, the impact you’re trying to make, and how to give. Our 2023 Giving Study found that 76% of the younger generation was influenced to give because of social media and advertising.

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DNL OmniMedia

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Nonprofit marketing refers to the strategies an organization uses to promote its cause, mission, and services. Through marketing, you can raise your organizations profile and get more eyes on your cause. As you continue to market your cause and personalize your communications, you can encourage loyalty and support.

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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’s a wrap!

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 1, 2022

When asking members of The Storytelling Non-Profit community about their organization’s newsletter campaigns, the top challenge their organizations were facing was to find the right type of content that keeps their audience engaged. Share an impact story A great non-profit newsletter idea is to use storytelling. Grab a Free Copy Today!

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Classy

JULY 5, 2021

Influencer. An influencer matching partner is an individual with a large social media following. Given their wide audience reach, influencers may be able to use crowdfunding to establish your matching fund. This can be a great way to get more people interested in your cause while securing your matching funds.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 26, 2022

In each post, one donor will share what inspired them to make their donation and why they donated to that specific cause. The Cause : Doctors Without Borders (healthcare, international aid ). Right now, my donation amount is mostly influenced by my budget. I think this is a great example of how important storytelling is.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2023

Storytelling is a powerful way to connect with your followers. Share stories of your fundraising campaigns and the cause that you’re promoting. Profile Your Supporters & Volunteers You have your volunteers supporting your cause. Quotes by Influencers Take this opportunity to up your networking game.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 31, 2023

Trust in Tales : Learn how storytelling, from real-life testimonials to impactful narratives, influences donor engagement across ages. Engaging Beyond Money : Why modern donors, regardless of age or income, crave a deeper connection with the causes they support. Get the lowdown on the latest giving trends.

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Achieve

MARCH 3, 2025

When launching a capital campaign , success often depends on how well you engage gatekeepers: board members, respected community leaders , and professional advisors with high-net-worth networks who have influence over prospective major donors. These gatekeepers play a pivotal role by making introductions and advocating for your cause.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 5, 2022

Chances are, your unique perspective might influence your programming choices. What has influenced this difference? What has influenced this difference? Values are what drive people to give to certain causes. The post 5 Types of Stories for Non-Profit Fundraising appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 5, 2021

That said, stay away from using general hashtags, such as #beautiful and #happy, and instead narrow your focus to hashtags relevant specific to your nonprofit, such as causes ( #foodinsecurity ), special campaigns ( #endfoodwaste ), your location ( #Tucson ), and relevant emojis ( # – that’s right! Emojis can be hashtags).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 1, 2009

In particular, the building of platforms that allow for (1) storytelling and communication, and (2) effecting and demonstrating impact, allow for continuous commitment to the movement. There are a few foundational questions to be asked before building a cultural movement through the use of media and storytelling. The Story of Stuff.

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The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

For your nonprofit organization, it’s an invaluable period to connect with donors, inspire new supporters, and drive meaningful contributions to your cause. Partner with Local Businesses and Influencers Collaborate with local businesses, influencers, and community leaders to co-host events or sponsor activities.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

But these events are not only about maintaining existing relationships; they also provide a unique opportunity to tap into the extended networks of your donors—by attracting their friends to your cause. Collaborate with influencers: Partner with social media influencers or advocates who align with your cause.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2016

It causes buyers to put down their defenses. Storytelling is a skill. Also, I think after publishing my first two books, Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story , they thought sales was the next logical place to leverage storytelling skills. Storytelling is a powerful tool. It helps them relax. It didn’t take long).

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sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2023

What digital disruptor will cause organizations to change how they do business? There are countless examples of streamers, influencers, and gamers going online and fundraising for a cause. This shared experience builds a sense of community and social interaction around your cause.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 1, 2021

But that transformation was imposed without warning and caused many organizations to react rather than plan, pouring digital water on fires. There are a number of trends worth exploring: Technology that fuels data-driven storytelling. There isn’t a revolutionary change in how to attain and retain the attention of influencers.

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Candid

APRIL 22, 2024

It was a pivotal time when women began to exert more influence and demonstrate the different ways in which philanthropy could support the needs of all of humankind. Also, don’t underestimate the power of storytelling and communications as a way to influence and amplify one’s work to impact a broader audience.

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Everyaction

JULY 18, 2018

Share your organization’s mission, who you serve, the influence your organization has on its audience(s), and the role it plays in the larger conversation around your issue area. Don’t forget - despite the structured, sometimes mechanical feel a fundraising plan can have, storytelling does have a place in the planning process.

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Candid

JULY 16, 2024

This “tune out” effect doesn’t just impact political causes; it makes it harder for nonprofits to reach loyal supporters. Segment your approach—prioritize clear, compelling storytelling that emphasizes impact and values beyond politics. Diversify your outreach. Embrace data-driven decisions.

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