Kindful

MAY 26, 2021

When it comes to nonprofit communications, mastering the art and science (yes, science!) of storytelling will help you drastically increase your organization’s revenue and impact. ” Good communication leads to better relationships. Think of a brand origin story in a three-act structure: The Set-up. The Resolution.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 13, 2021

You’ve heard how important storytelling is for communicating your mission and message but let’s face it – you haven’t written a story since high-school English class. Just write whatever comes to mind. Start to put some structure to your ideas. Punctuation, spelling, sentence structure. The Writing Process.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2021

And if your supporters don’t engage with your call to action the first time around, a well-structured follow-up is crucial. Keep these elements in mind when drafting your next follow-up email: Include their name in the subject line. Be specific in your storytelling. Share how this campaign will impact a particular beneficiary.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 6, 2024

In the context of this column, growth is not about structured acquisition of new knowledge or skills but focused on learning to apply knowledge in unexpected ways and stretching boundaries of comfort. Formal Structure And Encouragement Your people are the most important organizational asset. What Is Growth? McKinsey & Company.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2016

It engages their minds and their hearts by appealing to both their intellect and emotions. 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.

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

Nonprofit marketing refers to all of the different strategies your organization uses across the various channels of communication to spread awareness about your cause and gain new supporters for your mission. Nonprofit marketing goals often focus around building recognition, fostering community, and increasing your funds raised.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

email addresses are not allowed, and as a general rule, should not be used for your nonprofit communications publicly or internally. As discovered in the Global Trends in Giving Report , the.org domain is by far the most trusted domain for nonprofit website and email communications. Keep that in mind! Gmail, Yahoo, etc.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The content you post should be crafted with your platform and audience in mind. Communicate consistency. With a structured schedule, you can look back and discern your content’s performance with confidence. Instead, leverage interactive content to grow your online community. What should you post? When should you post?

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The Modern Nonprofit

JULY 17, 2024

Defining these objectives will shape your event’s structure and the strategies you employ. This alignment reinforces your message and makes it easier to communicate the event’s purpose to potential donors and attendees. Clear communication ensures that your team is united and working towards common objectives.

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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. Keep reading to find out more! #1

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

It engages their minds and their hearts by appealing to both their intellect and emotions. 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.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

You have a strong prospect in mind: a longtime donor who’s been deeply connected and involved with your mission for years. Let’s take a look at some of the most important tips to keep in mind. Remember, storytelling is a powerful way to share your message. You want to try asking a donor for a bequest gift for the first time.

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Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2022

But keep in mind that there are also free and low-fee tools that you can use to produce an explainer video on your own and at a lower cost. . To ensure your video conveys all of the necessary information in a short amount of time, I recommend adhering to this general structure: Introduce the problem. Prioritize imagery and narration.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2020

It engages their minds and their hearts by appealing to both their intellect and emotions. 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.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Fortunately, there are many formal and informal changes you can implement into your organization’s structure to keep your employees motivated. Inadequate communication. Without an objective in mind or ways to measure progress, employees can feel less driven. Close off communication. Stress and burnout. Lack of resources.

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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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Forum One

OCTOBER 13, 2022

What does Forum One have in mind? Who you speak to and how you structure your research has a big impact on the findings you gather and insights you can take action on. Ensure that your communications from recruitment to follow-up are based on inclusive principles. Here are our five submissions that we’d love for you to support!

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Gyrus

MARCH 15, 2024

Characteristics of synchronous eLearning include immediate feedback, collaboration opportunities, and structured schedules. The pros of synchronous eLearning include real-time interaction, instant clarification, and a sense of community. It should also offer a streamlined comment and feedback system for effective communication.

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Gyrus

MARCH 15, 2024

Characteristics of synchronous eLearning include immediate feedback, collaboration opportunities, and structured schedules. The pros of synchronous eLearning include real-time interaction, instant clarification, and a sense of community. It should also offer a streamlined comment and feedback system for effective communication.

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Gyrus

MARCH 15, 2024

Characteristics of synchronous eLearning include immediate feedback, collaboration opportunities, and structured schedules. The pros of synchronous eLearning include real-time interaction, instant clarification, and a sense of community. It should also offer a streamlined comment and feedback system for effective communication.

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Forum One

AUGUST 24, 2022

It allows us to communicate with others and build connections. For non-profits and other organizations, narrative change as a strategy is an opportunity to build power and shape the conversation around their work and their values, which is part of their communications plan and strategy.

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Classy

APRIL 19, 2021

And if your supporters don’t engage with your call to action the first time around, a well-structured follow-up is crucial. Keep these elements in mind when drafting your next follow-up email: Include their name in the subject line. Be specific in your storytelling. Share how this campaign will impact a particular beneficiary.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 14, 2013

are now integral parts of our online communications and fundraising campaigns and like any tools of value, they requite a minimal level of financial investment. There will be times this year when a thank you email or tweet just isn’t enough to communicate your appreciation. Thus, for 2013, please: 1) Ask for a raise.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 1, 2018

It engages their minds and their hearts by appealing to both their intellect and emotions. 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.

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Everyaction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Marketing & Communications. Marketing & Communications / #DigiStratNY / @IEGroup. Marketing & Communications. Social Capital 2018 is a content-rich, invitation-only conference bringing together the brightest nonprofit and corporate minds for a candid exchange on growing strategic partnerships. Mar 21 - 23.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 9, 2021

What would the structure be like? AND, it’s a great reminder that nonprofit work isn’t solely about expectations or perfection, but about focusing on the things that matter most—creating impact for our clients and their communities. . But the technical aspects were only one part of the challenge. What about content?

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Marketing & Communications. Marketing & Communications / #DigiStratNY / @IEGroup. Marketing & Communications. Now they are an integral and critical part of our organization’s operations, on par with fundraising, communications, and other core functions. Marketing & Communications. Feb 10 - 13.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

This sentence doesn’t communicate anything to the reader and says nothing about your organization or why you’re emailing them. Keep in mind that, at its core, your appeal email is an appeal. One way you can personalize your email communications to donors is to use donor data to segment your email lists. Who you serve .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

It engages their minds and their hearts by appealing to both their intellect and emotions. 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.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 12, 2023

Social media is an important channel of communication for connecting with your donors and supporters. And beyond that, you can expand your reach to find even more like-minded people who would resonate with your mission and be interested in supporting your organization. Focus on storytelling.

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Tech Soup

MAY 19, 2016

Now I know storytelling is a buzzword right now, and buzzwords come and go. Storytelling has been a buzzword before, and will be again. But even when storytelling is not a buzzword, your story needs to be told. We'll get to that, but first, it's important to keep a few things in mind. Understand Your Audience.

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DNL OmniMedia

AUGUST 25, 2021

You’ve read articles about up-and-coming communications channels and whether you should incorporate them into your nonprofit outreach strategy. That’s where nonprofit storytelling comes into play. 7 Tips for Effective Storytelling for Nonprofits Using Digital Marketing. Top Nonprofit Storytelling Examples to Inspire You.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

When leveraged with other communication channels, direct mail can generate significant engagement and gift-giving from donors. This shows that appreciation for this communication channel is growing among younger generations. Direct mail allows you to reach those who prefer more traditional communication channels.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on what mistakes nonprofits should avoid when crafting compelling stories: Dear Charity Clairity, I’ve been hearing a lot about storytelling and want to be sure I avoid common pitfalls. These are just empty structures. I’m not so sure that’s compelling to donors.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 13, 2020

Your organization’s website should be fulfilling a few vital functions: Communicating your mission and work. Engaging supporters (and attracting new ones) with storytelling techniques. Keep these tips in mind when reviewing the frontend elements of your site: Focus on strong but tidy visual design.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

The lead is also in charge of the pivot and communicating that to other facilitators. One thing that I mindful of as a trainer is that always experience a method as a participant first before using it. I wish I had done a structured creative thinking exercise to get people comfortable. Then we opened up for discussion.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 7, 2023

But each tactic is rooted in a single overarching strategy: Writing with your donors in your mind. When you write a fundraising email, start with your donors in mind. This will make you a more effective storyteller, help you create stronger CTAs, and make it more likely that you’ll hit your fundraising goals. Here’s how.

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