NonProfit PRO

MAY 13, 2021

We all know telling a good story engages readers and gets them emotionally involved so that they feel compelled to send a gift to your organization. But simply being advised to “tell a story” is pretty empty advice without some concrete guidance about what kind of story to tell and how to tell it.

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Hands on Fundraising

APRIL 2, 2024

And stories are the way we connect to people’s feelings. You know that we humans are wired for story. And that a story will plant an idea in someone’s head much better and faster than any list of facts. That’s why […] The post Finding the stories you need appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 27, 2021

Our stories have to engage readers on such a powerful emotional level that when we transition from them to the ask, readers feel compelled to take an action or make a gift. Like a still-life painting or a well-written haiku, archetypal images set a scene for readers in just a few words.

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Hands on Fundraising

JULY 2, 2024

I’m convinced we’re made of stories And if that sounds a little goofy, then I’m guilty. The stories we tell ourselves about our lives and loves. The stories we hear from other people that shed light on who they are. But I’m sticking to it.

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.orgSource

MARCH 14, 2023

Their stories explored the value that credibility brings to every relationship and the most stressful situations. And, through those stories, to develop relationships with the media and elected officials in that market. This climate of skepticism continues to spread throughout social, cultural, and governmental institutions.

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Nonprofit AF

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Hi everyone, as Halloween is coming up, here are some stories guaranteed to give you shivers. As usual, they are.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 4, 2024

A new study found that one reason Americans don’t understand philanthropy is the sector’s own messaging, but better stories can build trust.

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VQ Strategies

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

However, success stories exist! In fact, UJA Federation of New York was recently featured as an important success story, with a recently released report detailing the results of ten years’ of investing in volunteer engagement infrastructure, training, and coaching. New stories to tell. It’s up to us.

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Charity Village

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Interested in learning how to leverage data to tell the story of your mission? Register for our free webinar on November 14, Secrets of Successful Nonprofit Leadership: Leveraging Data to Tell the Story of your Mission, click here.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to tell a compelling fundraising story when your cause doesn’t have a happy ending: We don’t save lives or have puppies or kittens. How do I tell a compelling fundraising story? You need to tell the story about one of the puppies who needs help.

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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 PRO

JUNE 2, 2022

Writing a successful fundraising communication — be it an e-appeal, social media post, direct mail letter, personal letter, program copy or anything else — can feel daunting. Especially given the high rate of failure (since 100% response is rare), having to write the ask can seem like a pathway to failure.

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Donorbox

MARCH 29, 2024

Chances are, your nonprofit was started because of storytelling – a story about a person, an animal, or a place in a dire state of need moved your founders to act immediately. That is the power of storytelling.

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The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 27, 2024

Impact stories aimed at this generation are effective when they highlight the role Millennials, especially volunteers, have played in an organization’s well-being. Like other potential funders, these donors like hearing stories. But the stories do not have to be about people such as themselves.

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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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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 14, 2023

What can you do to generate more attention and get the media interested in your nonprofit? Here are four steps you can take now to get the media’s attention that you need — and deserve.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 3, 2021

Below is a perfect example from our colleague Diana Frazier on how she advised a major gift officer to use a news story to support a major gift ask. I am going to explain exactly how it happened so you can copy the idea for your situation.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 29, 2021

Take the use of pseudonyms in fundraising stories. It’s a wonderful feeling when something you always thought was bad for you turns out to be good for you. There’s a widespread presumption that using made-up names for real people is a necessary evil.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 29, 2021

We’ve all heard how important stories are to fundraising communications. But how do you actually pick a great story? And more importantly, how do you take a great story and turn it into a great fundraising story? . To have a great fundraising story, you need a few key things. You need one person. .

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 2, 2024

In today’s world, sharing stories with video is absolutely essential. It’s More Memorable : According to the Stanford Graduate School of Business , stories are remembered up to 22 times more than facts alone. Start by determining exactly what your nonprofit is looking to accomplish with video stories.

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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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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 19, 2021

Contact us for help creating your next story-worthy P2P event! When the big day comes, you’ve got one shot to capture the event experience on social media. Use our infographic to prepare your event day Instastory, perfect for live events and hybrid ones too.

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Charity Village

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

On November 14, join us for a free webinar to learn how to leverage data to tell the story of your mission. It highlights three […] The post Secrets of Successful Nonprofit Leadership: Leveraging Data to Tell the Story of your Mission appeared first on CharityVillage.

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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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Blue Avocado

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The post Board Horror Stories: How to Reduce Board Resignations appeared first on Blue Avocado. They're less likely to do that when there is communication about common objectives. There's less wasted time and resources when expectations are met.

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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

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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Association Analytics

AUGUST 18, 2022

The post An Association Data Story: Using Analytics to Fuel Growth – 8/31/22 appeared first on Association Analytics.

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DonorPerfect

JANUARY 9, 2023

Your organization’s powerful stories are the foundation of your identity, showing who you are as people, what you do to make a difference in your community, and what makes you unique to other nonprofits doing similar work. These stories provide a narrative that Read More ».

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Hands on Fundraising

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

So you’re (more) convinced that stories are the way to win over hearts. Where do I find our stories? But what you need to sleuth out are the stories […]. The post Where are all my stories hiding? But now comes the big challenge. I understand. We’ve all been carefully trained to judge our work using metrics.

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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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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. The Development Chief has featured Emily’s story in newsletters, inspiring other volunteers and potential donors.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 17, 2022

The power of sharing a personal story is well documented. We love hearing stories. And during these times, stories have the power to help us feel less alone in our very human experiences. By hearing a personal story, donors and non-donors can understand the impact of your mission and see it in action. I know, I know.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 20, 2021

Because the letter didn’t include an inspiring story that touched donor’s hearts. Why You Need a Great Story. Humans are hardwired to respond to stories. Neuroscientists would tell you that the brain processes facts and stories differently. But stories have the opposite effect. What Are the 7 Basic Story Elements?

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Hands on Fundraising

APRIL 6, 2021

The post Fundraisers: use stories, not statistics appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising. Dystopic, feminist, infuriating. And compelling. Gather the Daughters, by Jennie Melamed) But it did what I look to fiction to do. It took me away, to […].

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DonorPerfect

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Get the dos and don’ts from Joan Garry Who do you think is the perfect person to tell the story of your mission and organization? Is your passion for your mission bringing your story to Read More » The post Why is it so hard to tell a good fundraising story? appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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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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