Forum One

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Selecting photos for your brand in a deliberate and thoughtful way makes your organization more inclusive. Every day, we constantly see photos of people—in social media, on websites, on television, in advertisements, in print, and in our daily environment. Tips for choosing inclusive photos.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 27, 2012

Although most people tend to think of videos when they think of digital storytelling, the TechSoup Digital Storytelling Challenge (TSDigs), powered by Lights. demonstrates the power photos also have to tell stories. And many more videos submitted for the challenge integrated photos into their narratives.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 11, 2011

—– I’m really excited by tools that enable digital or transmedia storytelling. I recently attended the US launch event for Historypin is a new (and free) application for Android, iPhone, or the web that arranges photos, videos, and text in the context of time and location (leveraging the Google Maps API).

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 16, 2022

A picture is worth a thousand words. We are about to enter into a golden age of storytelling more unbound from resource constraints than ever before. Whether you need product photos, photos of people using your products, or simply stylish stock photos, these tools can help you find what you’re looking for.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 4, 2024

However, when approached with creativity and strategic thinking, it can serve as a powerful instrument for storytelling, showcasing impact, and inspiring donors and supporters to take action. Storytelling techniques Craft these stories with care, using narrative techniques that engage the emotions of your readers.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Modern technology provides us all with new opportunities for storytelling, including new ways to approach the ever-important visual element. That is the topic of the most recent episode of The sgENGAGE Podcast: Visual Storytelling: A Picture is Worth 60,000 Words. Wrap our heads around the idea of visual storytelling.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 4, 2014

You have a smartphone, some skills, and a willingness to learn, but somehow your photos look slightly off. Your conference photos are always whitewashed, your last demonstration photos were too dark to share, and red-eye is still very much a thing in office photos. Don't take pictures just to take pictures.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 5, 2021

This newsletter integrates pictures, which is a nice touch. During The Storytelling Non-Profit Virtual Conference, a few folks asked about using pictures as a part of storytelling and communications. The post 5 Charity Newsletters to Learn From appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit. Here's How.

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The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 17, 2023

You’ll want to tell a compelling story that breathes life into your cause and paints a vivid picture of the powerful difference every donation makes. This isn’t just about beautiful words—pictures and videos are your allies, bringing the world closer to your cause and adding a human touch to cold stats.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. While Facebook and Twitter may be waning a bit in popularity and usage, visual storytelling platform Instagram keeps growing in engagement and daily time spent on the site. .

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The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 1, 2024

You’ll want to tell a compelling story that breathes life into your cause and paints a vivid picture of the powerful difference every donation makes. This isn’t just about beautiful words—pictures and videos are your allies, bringing the world closer to your cause and adding a human touch to cold stats.

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Storytelling is a huge part of convincing potential supporters to donate to your cause. Powerful pictures. A picture is more likely to catch a user’s attention as they scroll through a feed or your website. Your organization’s story. The flexibility to donate an amount the supporter can afford. An up to date website.

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Qgiv

JUNE 14, 2022

Functioning primarily as a picture and video sharing platform, Instagram is a great place to share visuals of the work your organization does. For your profile picture, it’s best to use your organization’s logo. Focus on visual storytelling. Instagram is primarily a social media platform for sharing pictures and videos.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 6, 2011

Storytelling has gone digital. Get the tools to produce high-quality photos and video that showcase your library's work. Our Digital Storytelling Event will begin January 13 and includes webinars, discussions, and a contest to show your work and win prizes.

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Bloomerang

MAY 18, 2021

Will you be sharing behind-the-scenes pictures? Examples could be: Building rapport with you audience by posting a series of “meet-the-team” photos and bios on your website and social media pages. As a storytelling coach and consultant, it is her mission to empower others to share their stories for impact and income.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

Make sure your “About” section provides an accurate picture of your mission and what your organization does. Optimize your photos. The two most important pictures on your profile will be your profile picture and header image. Your header should also include a short tag line. Network and create an outreach strategy.

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Candid

JULY 16, 2024

Weathering a perfect storm by enhancing nonprofit fundraising strategies These findings paint a challenging picture for nonprofits hoping to grow in 2024. Segment your approach—prioritize clear, compelling storytelling that emphasizes impact and values beyond politics. More than 113 million people living in swing states—34% of the U.S.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Photos of people are particularly compelling, so gather pictures of volunteers, beneficiaries, and community members. If your nonprofit has an environmental focus, nature photos can also be captivating. The CARE blog also has many examples of multimedia storytelling.

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

Leverage storytelling to build a base. Likely, these will also shift throughout the campaign cycle as you gain a clearer picture of available resources. Twitter is great for quick updates; Instagram is great for sharing photos. Leverage storytelling to build a base. Rely on established relationships. Where do they live?

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Qgiv

JANUARY 12, 2023

However, creating a strong social media presence isn’t as simple as writing a post and hitting “send” or taking a few pictures and uploading them online. Use your organization’s brand colors, fonts, and logos in all of the pictures and videos you post on social media. Focus on storytelling. Determine what channels to use.

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

Photo Ads Photo ads are one of the most common types of promotion on Facebook. Use pictures with people in them for the highest engagement. People tend to be drawn to other people and pictures of other people rather than just text graphics. Use before and after photos to show what your nonprofit is capable of.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 2, 2023

A fundraiser on Instagram typically takes place on Instagram stories, where you share photos and videos encouraging followers to donate. Storytelling on Instagram Start off by deciding how you want to represent your philanthropic group. Is there a moving video or picture that represents the mission statement well?

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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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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Keep the 3Cs of digital storytelling in mind—content, connection, and community. Make your reports more engaging with videos, photos, and interactive infographics, such as maps or charts showing changes over time. Support your hard facts with qualitative data, including beneficiary testimonials and case studies.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

I still have my picture today. This Thanksgiving, let your donor know exactly how they’ve contributed to the “bigger picture.” You can use this opportunity to ask them for a photo and a personal testimonial that you can publish. Some other ideas that work include framed photos, custom printed coffee mugs, or totes.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 3, 2011

The Big Picture: Social Networking. The Big Picture: Microblogging. The Big Picture: Storytelling through Video and Photos. The Big Picture: Merging Your Personal and Professional Brands. The Big Picture: Creating and Distributing Content for the Social Web. Deciding What Social Media Tools to Use.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Use coloured overlays when displaying text over photos. Display Media in Multiple Formats They say a picture is worth a thousand words, which is especially true in website design. On the back end of your website, add a short description of each photo or graphic in the box marked “alt text.” Avoid embedding text into photos.

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Gyrus

MARCH 14, 2024

Benefits of Video-Based Learning In the same way that a picture is worth a thousand words, a video could be worth a million or more. Make the content visually appealing and supportive by using crisp, high-quality graphics, photos, and animations. Here’s a deep dive into the nitty-gritty of effective video-based learning.

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Gyrus

MARCH 14, 2024

Benefits of Video-Based Learning In the same way that a picture is worth a thousand words, a video could be worth a million or more. Make the content visually appealing and supportive by using crisp, high-quality graphics, photos, and animations. Here’s a deep dive into the nitty-gritty of effective video-based learning.

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Gyrus

MARCH 14, 2024

Benefits of Video-Based Learning In the same way that a picture is worth a thousand words, a video could be worth a million or more. Make the content visually appealing and supportive by using crisp, high-quality graphics, photos, and animations. Here’s a deep dive into the nitty-gritty of effective video-based learning.

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VisionLink

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

Last night, a couple of us from the VisionLink team attended another wonderfully informative Tech4Good forum on the power and execution of video storytelling. After watching a few short, low budget videos, it became clear just how effective (and inexpensive) film could be when it comes to spreading your nonprofit''s story and mission.

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Care2

OCTOBER 22, 2012

Editors Note: This week Frogloop is devoted to a blog series on storytelling. More seriously though… I’m in the midst of a storytelling deep dive, and some of the most memorable nonprofit stories I’ve found were shared on.org social media channels. Narrative plus photos (or video) is the best combo there is.

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Neon CRM

JULY 5, 2023

Storytelling campaigns: This type of campaign depends on user-generated content. Photo campaigns are a common example. In the environmental nonprofit’s case, an organization might have a photo challenge around community cleanups and ask their users to submit photos of their own efforts.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Picture this: A prospective supporter arrives on your nonprofit’s website hoping to learn more about your cause. Storytelling can help you draw in visitors and encourage them to explore your content beyond your homepage. Visuals: Photos, videos, and graphics can all have a powerful effect on your visitors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 6, 2013

Share Stories, Photos, and Videos from Events. For nonprofits that have staff members or volunteers in the field, definitely encourage them to send in reports with photos for blog posts. Be sure to insert and bold the questions in the blog post, keep answers limited to two or three paragraphs, and always include the expert’s photo.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 25, 2013

To kick off TechSoup's 2013 Digital Storytelling Challenge , we have compiled apps to help you showcase your organization in action. Also, make sure to follow TechSoup's Online Community Coordinator, Alexandra Bezdikian, as she tests the digital storytelling tools of the trade. Android, iOS) are some of our favorites.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

In the digital age, where most traditional storytelling is done over the Internet, attention spans are ever shrinking. The rumors started rolling in around third quarter of last year – Instagram was going to fill up your photo feed with ads. The pictures told a story. Fifty-five million photos are uploaded each day.

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