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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Media Cause

AUGUST 9, 2021

We develop our skills by seeking, absorbing, questioning, adapting, and experimenting, oftentimes bringing diverse influences together to create something that’s unique for our clients’ needs, but with connections to other relevant spaces. In a strange way, reading this article was a validating experience for many of us.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 22, 2023

One way to encourage people to support your organization is through great nonprofit storytelling. By using narrative and storytelling techniques, you’ll be able to communicate your nonprofit’s mission and impact while building stronger emotional connections with your audience. Where Should You Use Nonprofit Storytelling?

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Robert Weiner

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

My friends at TechSoup asked me to pass along info about their upcoming digital storytelling event. We will help you learn how to maximize the impact of your organization's message with online audio, video, and images. What do we mean by Digital Storytelling? 10/1: Digital Storytelling Challenge kickoff webinar.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

That said, the best practices below are based on Nonprofit Tech for Good’s experience using Twitter almost daily since 2008. Experiment and keep in mind that those who use Twitter regularly tend to love Twitter. Ideally, your website and blog content display a large default image when shared on Twitter (and all social media).

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Care2

MARCH 6, 2014

Did Getty Images, the world''s largest photo service just make its photos free to use? Getty Images says you can use images for free by embedding them on your website or blog as long it''s for non-commercial purposes. This could be especially embarrassing if your competitor uses the same image as you.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2023

CauseVox’s New Site Editor allows you to craft your perfect page without any design or tech experience and elevate your visual storytelling. You can add images, videos, text and forms to better engage with your supporters, donors, and volunteers. Mobile Wallets Enabled Cater to the modern donor by enabling mobile wallets.

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Nonprofits Source

JULY 22, 2024

To harness technology and facilitate more online experiences with younger prospective members, consider these strategies: Include QR codes in your direct mail and flyers: Younger individuals are more likely to donate when the payment process is fast and familiar. While crafting this content, leverage storytelling tactics.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

4) Encourage your existing members to share their experiences. Social media is the perfect place to talk about their experiences and share their stories. Creating tweetable images, which members can tweet with the click of a button, can be a great way to get more people to share your content. Source: Go-Gulf. Source: Dreamgrow.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 19, 2013

They shape our experience. Here at TechSoup, we know that successful storytelling does not happen in a blink of an eye, out of thin air, or by pressing a magic button. first installment of our 2013 TechSoup Digital Storytelling Challenge webinar series, Creating a Culture of Storytelling. Pacific time for this.

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See3

APRIL 9, 2024

When you think of Make-A-Wish, what’s the image that comes to mind? Most likely, it’s the idea of a sick kid experiencing hope and joy in the form of a wish experience, most likely through an amazing experience like a trip to Disney World or Hawaii. Push your organization to start telling new stories.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 5, 2014

From print fundraising appeals to digital annuals reports to compelling storytelling through tweets and status updates, the social science of online behavior confirms again and again that messages are most effectively communicated through images. That said, the technology of infographics are evolving quickly.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The word “gala” conjures images of glittering ballrooms, elegant attendees, and a night dedicated to supporting a worthy cause. Elevate Your Gala Dinner Experience The seated dinner in the centerpiece of your gala. Focus on storytelling. Setting the Table Choosing table arrangements is an important decision.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Intuitive user experience. By getting to know your supporters better, you can understand how they’re using your website and how you can improve their experience. Show the real impacts that year-round donations can have on your mission by using compelling images within your website. Intuitive user experience.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 16, 2024

Here are simple ways to use storytelling that will stick with your constituents and prompt them to support your cause. Even though we’re not all gifted storytellers, artificial intelligence can make us look like we are. Add images to every touchpoint. Tell a Powerful (and Personal) Story Humans are hardwired for narrative.

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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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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

With all the details ironed out, all that’s left is to upload your image or video with your text copy and publish your Facebook Ad. Facebook Ads for nonprofits have three main formats for your organization to experiment with. Use high-quality images for ads. Use moving elements that aren’t properly showcased in images.

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TechImpact

JULY 28, 2014

Image courtesy of Home Business Rotator. Visual storytelling. Experiment with new strategies. Fundraising General Social content marketing donation donors fundraising nonprofit nonprofit technology npTech social media storytelling' We all know that using social media to engage with constituents is a good idea.

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Non Profit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

At first glance I noticed the words and what they were signaling [image] which is a fearful discourse, and it immediately raised concern in me from a framing and messaging perspective. It’s just ridiculous to say that they didn’t alter this image and darken it in any way. But let’s just quickly go through the technical part of that.

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Tech Soup

MAY 9, 2012

The TechSoup Digital Storytelling Campaign. kicked off with a special edition of Nonprofits Live on the topic of collaborative storytelling. Collaborative storytelling refers to working with a team, sometimes distributed, to produce video. See more digital storytelling learning opportunities at the official TSDigs page.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 18, 2014

People will do it if it's urgent, but it's not the experience most people are looking for from their smartphones. People using their smartphones want an experience that is designed for small screens. They think of Instagram as a storytelling tool. Social media is one big experiment. Image 3: TechSoup.

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Candid

APRIL 22, 2024

The second report of the series, Living with Pocket Change: What It Means to Do More With Less , examines the impact and real-life experiences of chronic philanthropic underinvestment. 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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The Modern Nonprofit

JULY 17, 2024

Imagine turning first-time attendees into lifelong donors, all while creating an unforgettable experience that showcases the heart of your organization. Offer an Engaging Event Experience Creating an engaging event experience is key to capturing the hearts and minds of potential donors.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 2, 2024

QR codes facilitate a seamless giving experience by directing supporters to a mobile-friendly donation page where they can give securely using their preferred payment method. This reduces wait times for event entry, enhancing the attendee experience. No matter the reason, it’s up to your nonprofit to provide a convenient way to donate.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

The future role of AI Prompt Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing AI prompts that improve user experience and achieve business objectives. 5 Creative Content beyond text Generative AI tools are becoming very powerful storytelling aids. This can lead to higher user satisfaction and retention. Descript Audio Murf.ai

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It detailed the specific initiatives my contribution would support, ranging from content creation and updates to technological advancements that enhance user experience. Click the image below to download this What’s in My Inbox example. The email not only expressed gratitude but also emphasized the impact of my monthly donation.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Most nonprofits have volunteers with interesting experiences to share and they are typically happy to share their stories. Adding high-quality images can also help your SEO, and it’s a great opportunity to showcase your nonprofit’s photos. Her early career focused on content creation, engagement and digital storytelling work.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

Donors and supporters are increasing overwhelmed by text-heavy storytelling – especially on mobile devices. Finally, learning how to convert quotes and stats into images or embedding them on photos will make your NGO even more successful on social media. 1) Tell your NGOs’ story in photo essay format.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Make a gift yourself and watch for problems or places where a new donor might experience confusion. Add donate call-to-action images or buttons on your top 20 most visited pages. Grow your new donor program by stewarding your subscribers as if they were already financial supporters of your organization.

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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

AUGUST 31, 2023

The new American Jazz Museum brand positions the museum to be a beacon of rich history and vibrancy for the community and neighborhood and attract audiences from around the country to experience music from a range of eras and artists. Since then, thousands of volunteers have transcribed hundreds of thousands of image files of the more than 1.7

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 17, 2013

Provide a compelling story, images, video, and progress reports with actual data on how donations are being used for specific projects. Get your staff involved in your nonprofit’s digital content, by sharing their stories, experiences, and media snippets from in the action (abroad, at a shelter, at an event, etc.).

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Share Their Stories: Launch storytelling campaigns to showcase the success stories and challenges Latinos face in your community. Voices of Experience: Invite Latino leaders to share their insights, providing a platform for authentic stories and experiences. These narratives can inspire and educate.

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Candid

JUNE 7, 2023

Experts say that Gen Z: Wants to see impact through storytelling, primarily through social media videos. Our efforts will include developing content that prioritizes Instagram’s algorithm, such as using videos to create an experience that is exciting and approachable. Experiment with creating more engaging emails.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Based upon the knowledge and experience that the nonprofit sector has gained over the last 20 years of using websites and email for storytelling and fundraising, the webinar content below was presented August 23, 2016 to 1,662 nonprofit staff. Prioritize images over text and provide ample white space: pbs.org ( on January 5, 2015 ).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 23, 2016

Based upon the knowledge and experience that the nonprofit sector has gained over the last 20 years of using websites and email for storytelling and fundraising, the webinar content below was presented August 23, 2016 to 1,662 nonprofit staff. Prioritize images over text and provide ample white space: pbs.org ( on January 5, 2015 ).

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2023

Storytelling is a powerful way to connect with your followers. You can thank your supporters weekly with images and videos. You can ask questions relating to their latest donation experience with your nonprofit. Here are easy-to-implement content ideas to help fill out your social media calendar. Show that you are grateful!

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