NonProfit PRO

JUNE 12, 2024

Join us as you hear from the team at NAPCO Research share best practices in crafting an effective impact study. Learn the positive effects impact studies have on funding and donations. You will also benefit from first-hand insight from a non-profit CEO, whose organization recently completed an impact study of its own.

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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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sgEngage

MARCH 10, 2023

If a grantmaking organization creates a funding opportunity, but there is no way for anyone to hear about it, does it make an impact? So, when it comes to communicating your impact story, many foundations need to rely on the data in their form 990 to tell their story. Above all, make sure your form 990-PF is complete.

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The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 27, 2024

Just as nonprofits seek monthly sustainer revenue, donors welcome monthly updates on a nonprofit’s activities, such as campaign updates, donor impact or other relevant information. Impact stories aimed at this generation are effective when they highlight the role Millennials, especially volunteers, have played in an organization’s well-being.

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.orgSource

MARCH 14, 2023

Our members were privileged to hear their reflections on a unique time in their organizations’ history and how the pandemic’s impact reshaped their future. Their stories explored the value that credibility brings to every relationship and the most stressful situations. Eroding Trust Trust was the theme for the ColLAB.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2020

By Allison Weber , founder of Allison Weber Consulting , a fundraising and communications business dedicated to helping mission-driven organizations tell better stories. Stories are windows into new worlds. Now more than ever, nonprofits need to share stories of how they’re making the world better.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 21, 2022

According to the Fidelity Charitable Overcoming Barriers to Giving Report, 65% of donors would give more if they knew the impact of their donations. That’s why supplementing online fundraisers with follow-ups that show the impact of donations is so powerful. Whether with an email or a text message (or even a phone call!)

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 1, 2022

In his latest blog, Duke Haddad talks about how he learned a long time ago that video is vital to nonprofit storytelling to educate prospects, donors, and other constituencies by showing the impact a nonprofit makes on a community.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes From Stories to Support: The Nonprofit’s Guide to Acquiring and Using Testimonials Imagine harnessing the power of authentic stories to attract new supporters, boost credibility, and inspire people to rally behind your nonprofit’s cause. Steps to Gather and Utilize Testimonials 1.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 20, 2024

of its global audience aged between 18 and 34, the platform has become a vital tool for nonprofits to engage with their audience, demonstrate impact, and even fundraise. While tools like Linktree are popular, Instagram has introduced native link stickers and expanded options for linking content directly within Stories.

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 9, 2024

ORG Impact Awards last night at an annual celebration recognizing mission-driven individuals and organizations internationally. The winners of the.ORG Impact Awards are the very best of the.ORG Community and work tirelessly to create positive change every day. ORG Impact Award for Quality Education for All.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 11, 2022

And you don’t have to have a large following to make a big impact. Impact stories . Invite supporters to share their stories — Ask your supporters to do a short Q&A that you can feature in a social post. In this post, we share how to make the most of social media as a small nonprofit. . 1) Create Content .

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CauseVox

MAY 17, 2024

Identify and develop the stories that will most effectively resonate with your audience. In this session, you’ll learn how to uncover personalized stories that authentically reflect your mission. Your organization’s lifeblood is storytelling, with the power to deeply resonate and inspire action.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether it’s a good strategy to include your impact report with your appeal mailing: Dear Charity Clairity, We have started mailing quarterly impact reports to those midlevel and major donors who aren’t emailable, and emailing otherwise.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 4, 2022

A winning strategy for spreading the word about your organization’s work is getting your nonprofit’s story in the news. . A news story gets your organization in front of a large audience of potential supporters and gives your organization instant credibility. . And, getting your story in the news still carries a lot of weight.

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CauseVox

MAY 17, 2024

Designing a compelling website starts with delving into your organization’s “why” From there, it’s about crafting impactful narratives that resonate with your audience’s values and aspirations. Learn how to design your website to reflect your donors’ values and inspire them to take action.

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Charity Village

APRIL 18, 2024

These are the stories that make your cause worth donating to. These are the stories that explain why you do […] The post Storytelling with social media: Amplifying your nonprofit’s impact appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This is the story of how George Washington University Hospital , a hub of compassionate healthcare and advanced technology, bridged this gap, and the inspiring journey of Emily, a volunteer turned major donor. She witnessed firsthand the profound impact of medical care on individuals and the community.

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Bloomerang

JULY 27, 2021

Once you’ve cracked the code to the pattern, you’ll find that telling compelling nonprofit stories becomes less overwhelming and more manageable. You can apply the same blueprint again and again and know the stories will be well received by your audience. . Below I’ll break a good story down into four key ingredients.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

Tell compelling patient stories Share stories of patients whose lives were saved or transformed by your free health clinic and spotlight the impact of individual giving in making those happy endings possible. The post Elevate Your Free Clinic’s Impact By Recruiting More Individual Donors appeared first on Bloomerang.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 2, 2024

In today’s world, sharing stories with video is absolutely essential. Let’s delve into why it’s essential for your nonprofit to take “video” off the “to-do list” and begin creating impactful visual content now. Start by determining exactly what your nonprofit is looking to accomplish with video stories.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

In the world of nonprofit fundraising, stories are more than just words on a page or images on a screen; they are the beating heart of your mission. One of the primary ways we do this is through story. Once you have gathered and analyzed the data, you will have a better idea of how to craft a story that speaks to them.

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Achieve

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Using this data, your organization can determine which metrics are best for measuring your social impact and illustrating all of your work’s tangible achievements. But to clearly convey your impact on your community, your nonprofit needs to put its findings into context. Pairing data with impactful visuals. Let’s get started!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 18, 2020

While big donors can have a significant impact on your organization, you should also focus your efforts on small donors. If you’re raising funds to support an after-school program that prepares kids in low-income areas for college, consider sharing their stories. Why are small donations important? 2) Be sure to thank all donors.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 5, 2022

Stories are an incredible tool for non-profit fundraising. Stories help non-profits illustrate their compelling reasons for giving in a way that makes sense to people who aren’t doing the work day in and day out. Your non-profit has lots of stories to tell and some of those will be your best suited stories for non-profit fundraising.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Discover how involving donors and volunteers in decision-making processes, captivating audiences with real-life narratives, building trust through authenticity, and inspiring action can reshape your nonprofit’s impact in the digital age. Action: Community stories can inspire action among stakeholders.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 15, 2024

In my role as Blackbaud’s vice president of customer success and as a member of the board of directors of the Giving Institute, I have the unique privilege of witnessing firsthand the incredible impact nonprofits have on our communities. Utilizing social media platforms, community events, and other channels to feature these stories.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 24, 2024

When it comes to evaluating your nonprofit’s impact, there are several areas you could focus on. For instance, you might be interested in the environmental impact of your programs or the economic impact of your interventions. However, one key type of impact that many organizations choose to look at is social impact.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Discover how involving donors and volunteers in decision-making processes, captivating audiences with real-life narratives, building trust through authenticity, and inspiring action can reshape your nonprofit’s impact in the digital age. Action: Community stories can inspire action among stakeholders.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

The larger and more engaged a community, the greater the opportunity is to make a lasting impact. Digital communities allow nonprofits to reach more people, amplify their message, and increase their overall impact. Here are some key ways to do this: Share client stories. Here’s how to get started. Support similar organizations.

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Whole Whale

OCTOBER 31, 2024

By riding an existing cultural wave rather than trying to create one, UNICEF maximized impact while minimizing effort. If they had started and stopped the program over the years, these valuable outcomes would have eroded, highlighting how consistency, not just concept, drives lasting impact. co-branded calendar campaign (n.) /koʊ

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Pamela Grow

AUGUST 14, 2024

“What do I do if my nonprofit serves individuals who have sensitive stories that could trigger others?” When it comes to sharing a nonprofit’s impact, sensitive stories demand compassionate and responsible handling. In the post, we’ll explore the three essential keys to sharing sensitive stories at your nonprofit.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Creating Unforgettable Nonprofit Events for Maximum Impact Ever been to a nonprofit event that left you in awe and inspired to make a difference? Create awareness : Events give you a stage to share your story, educate people about your cause, and inspire them to take action. Well, guess what?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 16, 2024

Without clear, concise communication, potential supporters may not grasp the full impact of the nonprofit’s work. Using stories and testimonials makes the mission tangible and understandable. Through compelling stories, statistics, and updates, it makes its mission understandable and relatable.

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VQ Strategies

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

As such, being able to capture and communicate the impact that volunteers have is more important than ever. Telling the story of volunteer impact is a powerful way to attract residents to volunteer. While articulating the desired impact through work plans or robust position descriptions can aid in holding volunteers accountable.

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Association TV

JANUARY 25, 2022

Why should you care, what's the impact of a documentary? News outlets ran stories on the doc and its exposé. Now that’s an impact. So what’s the impact if there are no tears, heartbreaks, or moral outrages? So impact isn’t just a direct A to B. So what’s the impact of a documentary for Your association?

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Association TV

JANUARY 25, 2022

Why should you care, what's the impact of a documentary? News outlets ran stories on the doc and its exposé. Now that’s an impact. So what’s the impact if there are no tears, heartbreaks, or moral outrages? So impact isn’t just a direct A to B. So what’s the impact of a documentary for Your association?

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