Candid

JUNE 5, 2024

Whether you’re trying to equip your team with the latest fundraising techniques or preparing volunteers to tackle new challenges, the quality of your training materials will impact your organization’s effectiveness. Use digital storytelling techniques. Design engaging and relevant learning experiences Identify learning needs.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 14, 2021

In part two of this series on the skills you need to be a great nonprofit storyteller, I talk about how to engage your audience emotionally through creative storytelling. In the first part of this series, I talked about why you need to define your goals, your brand and voice, and your audience before crafting your story.

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sgEngage

JULY 20, 2023

But, to the outside world, impact numbers can be challenging to conceptualize. Here are five ways to prove impact through storytelling—and how you, the grantmaker, can help. It is important to note that not all people are natural-born storytellers. So how do you make sure your grantee’s work stands above the rest?

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Greater Giving

MARCH 16, 2023

However, in a crowded fundraising landscape, it can be challenging to stand out and capture the attention of potential donors. One way to differentiate your organization and drive greater giving is through the power of storytelling. Emotional storytelling is more effective in fundraising than facts and figures alone.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 2, 2024

AND not making any progress on your goals and resolutions early in the year could set you up for another year of regrets. Pick 1 or 2 Regrets to Focus on in 2024 Start by picking just one of your regrets, or maybe even 2, and turn them into goals. Each of the items above is important and worth focusing on. Monitor the results weekly.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 24, 2022

One of the best storytelling tips I can give you is to set yourself up for measurement success from the very beginning. The very best advice I can give you on storytelling is to always start with the end in mind. Storytelling is a tool that supports various fundraising and communications strategies and goals.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Use Ability To Tame the Unknown To say that predicting the future of work will be challenging is a gross understatement. Opportunities must be a two-way street that advances both individual and organizational goals. Written, verbal, interpersonal, storytelling, and presentation? Learning for learning’s sake is great.

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.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

Now that remote work makes a casual stroll through the cubicles challenging, I suggest an intentional approach. Set Goals Determining what you want to accomplish is the first step. Policing remote workers should not be included in your goals. Policing remote workers should not be one of your goals.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 25, 2023

Setting mission-based goals. Keeping with ASAE’s theme of “Define Your Purpose,” keynote speaker, Daymond John spoke about the importance of goal setting. As you examine your mission, think about what can help you reach your goals quickly. It can be a challenge to stay ahead of shifting member expectations.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 2, 2024

AND not making any progress on your goals and resolutions early in the year could set you up for another year of regrets. Pick 1 or 2 Regrets to Focus on in 2024 Start by picking just one of your regrets, or maybe even 2, and turn them into goals. Each of the items above is important and worth focusing on. Monitor the results weekly.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 12, 2024

Visionary Leadership: More Than Just a Buzzword A strong leader in the nonprofit world is someone who sees beyond the immediate challenges and envisions a brighter future. This vision acts as a guiding star, helping to align efforts and resources towards common goals. But vision alone isn’t enough.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In this episode, learn about strategic areas to focus on for better results and use the SMART framework to make sure your goals guide your planning. Build relationships, focus on cultivation, and practice time-blocking to navigate challenges with confidence and purpose. Listen to this episode. Listen to this episode.

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Tech Soup

MAY 28, 2013

So, we want to help match your intended efforts with the right tools to achieve your goals. That's what the Digital Storytelling Challenge seeks to accomplish every year. At the 2013 Digital Storytelling Awards Gala on May 28, the community's successes were clear. Without further ado. First Place Video.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 31, 2022

In our roles as non-profit storytellers, we often need others to tell us their stories so that we have material to work with. Why Supporting People Sharing Individual Stories is Necessary Do we always have the best perspective to support people through their storytelling process? I tell other people’s stories for a living.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

As grant writers navigate this challenging terrain, the evolution of strategies and approaches is key to staying relevant and successful. It involves thorough research to align your organization’s mission with the right funding opportunities, ensuring that your proposals resonate with potential funders’ goals and criteria.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

TechSoup Global, the leading technology place for nonprofits, just announced it will kick off their annual Online Digital Storytelling Challenge January 13, 2011. Last year, over 100 organizations participated, with top submissions earning prizes from Flip Video, Adobe, Flickr, and GoldMail.

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

By following these suggestions during your planning process, you’ll be better prepared to drive awareness and make meaningful change at a local, national, or global level: Set clear campaign goals and identify a timeline. Leverage storytelling to build a base. Set clear campaign goals and identify a timeline.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 6, 2024

By Olga Moshinsky Woltman “The growth mindset is based on the belief that your basic qualities are things you can cultivate through your efforts.” – Carol Dweck It is a truth universally acknowledged that employees who are motivated to continuously learn and grow will be the ones to take on new challenges, innovate, and problem-solve.

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

You don’t have to jam all of these components into your annual report if they don’t reflect your goals. One of its best features is how it weaves the narrative of “Rising to the Challenges in Two Years of Crisis” throughout the report to combine storytelling with data-informed impact.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Storytelling is the currency of fundraising. In the digital environment of email, social media, and mobile, we can use storytelling in innovative ways to inspire supporters and donors — and raise more money. Below are six tips for nonprofits that want to use digital storytelling to engage donors and boost giving.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Ready to meet (and exceed) your 2024 fundraising goals? Show real humans talking to the camera through videos and storytelling. Share the real stories behind your organization’s work, the impact you’ve made, and the challenges you face. Say their name. Use more “you” and less “we.” Don’t fake it.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 28, 2022

As we think about our clients’ biggest challenges and successes, we want to share some of the best content of 2022 that our readers have found to be the most helpful. From the Ice Bucket Challenge to a Lasting Digital Strategy. Data Storytelling That Deepens Engagement: NYU’s City Health Dashboard.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2021

By Laura Bucher , Storyteller at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. After the challenges thrown at us throughout 2020, no one’s quite sure what 2021 will bring. 6) Secure matching gifts for your next fundraising campaign. Besides, think about how far your team has come!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 11, 2024

Leveraging creativity – How your persuasive message resonates with listeners (storytelling, visual aids, structure, curiosity) Honing your delivery – Your unique style, movement, personality, and ability to execute effectively. However, Listener observations identify “Being Boring” as being the highest ranked challenge.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

AUGUST 2, 2022

Translating a cause you care about into compelling words for a fundraising appeal can be a challenge. Writing without real-time editing what you write can be a challenge. The goal of your writing process shouldn’t be to hit a homerun on the first draft. Want to learn more writing and storytelling tips from Vanessa?

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

These could include transformational stories, accounts of overcoming significant challenges, or powerful endorsements of your work. Partner Testimonial: Example : “Our collaboration with [Nonprofit Name] has been instrumental in achieving our shared goals. Who are your target storytellers?

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Classy

JUNE 16, 2021

Additionally, if your fundraiser toolkit is for a specific challenge, such as an annual walk, you can share a little more about the event, including how and why it got started and its overall timeline. and then moves into reassuring the fundraiser that they can be successful with their goal. Storytelling Examples.

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See3

APRIL 9, 2024

We discovered a significant lack of personalization and segmentation in our brand messaging and storytelling, and personas were our response to that,” Smith said. To help Make-A-Wish diversify its storytelling, See3 created nine audience personas to represent current and potential volunteers, donors and wish referrers.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2024

In 2024, there are new, unique challenges and opportunities in the fundraising landscape that require nonprofits like yours to take a strategic and dynamic approach to maximize your fundraising efforts. With the growth of online spaces, storytelling is pivotal for cutting through the digital noise and captivating new donors’ attention.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 19, 2014

Perhaps it is a combination of a few different storytelling elements. Our Storymakers 2014 challenge kicks off August 26, so to get you inspired, I've compiled some great examples of digital storytelling in crowdfunding campaigns. So far, the campaign has exceeded its goal and raised $42,506. Is it an inspiring video?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 17, 2022

To achieve this, we’re expanding our storytelling focus to spotlight more stories of our community, and to share the work of our constituents all over the world in compelling ways. More than 50,000 organizations and institutions rely on our tools to power their purpose.

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Candid

MAY 24, 2023

million goal. It enabled him to tap into his imagination, helping to answer the question: What do challenging times make possible? Donors like to be challenged to look at things differently. I won’t bury the lede. When other organizations post-pandemic had crumbling capital campaigns, PSRC reached its $5.35

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Candid

MAY 24, 2023

million goal. It enabled him to tap into his imagination, helping to answer the question: What do challenging times make possible? Donors like to be challenged to look at things differently. I won’t bury the lede. When other organizations post-pandemic had crumbling capital campaigns, PSRC reached its $5.35

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

Nonprofit marketing goals often focus around building recognition, fostering community, and increasing your funds raised. Through the combination of visual and auditory elements, video storytelling effectively drives connection between your organization and the audience to inspire them to support your cause.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 9, 2020

I remember that being a challenging transition for me when I started working from home in 2013. In addition to using Trello for The Storytelling Non-Profit, I use it personally for meal planning and household management. Most of us are working from home and sheltering in place through the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Bloomerang

MAY 4, 2021

In some cases, a character may not achieve the initial goal but the challenges and struggles caused them to reevaluate their priorities or what really matters in life. Madison Gonzalez is a National Public Speaker, Storyteller of the Year Award-Winner, Best-Selling Author of Dear Mirror, Events Manager, and Published Poet.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 20, 2021

When creating a logo, the goal is to make it simple, clear, memorable, versatile, and unique. . But while the mission statement talks about the what, how, and why, the vision statement describes future dreams and goals for the organization. Think of the vision as the desired, long-term, goal of the organization.

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