Amy Sample Ward

DECEMBER 7, 2010

. —– If you’ve been on facebook at all in December this year, you may have seen something happening to all your friends – their pictures changing to their favorite cartoon characters! It caught my eye and I couldn’t help but wonder what it was all about, what was the story behind the story.

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.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

Einstein said, “Creativity is intelligence having fun.” Welcome people who can contribute unique stories and experiences. Big picture thinkers who can execute the details. Allow people to build on each other’s suggestions by replacing “no” with “yes, and.” Give spontaneity a spot on every agenda.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Everyone loves a good story, and your skills in storytelling for nonprofits can make the difference between getting big bucks and donation requests that fall flat. The good news is that great stories are all around you. EVERY nonprofit has stories to tell! What Makes a Good Story? What is happening in your hero’s life?

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Whole Whale

JANUARY 17, 2024

Challenge : What is the common thread between these stories? 2003 People: We can just upload all these party pictures to Facebook for fun. 2024 People: We can just use the free GPT tools to create and edit our documents. You: I feel like there is risk here but I can’t put my finger on it yet.

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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. Every nonprofit has a story, but how do you tell yours?

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

Look to Past Campaigns for a Fuller Picture It’s also helpful to analyze past year-end campaigns for insights. Using tools such as GivingDNA helps your organization gain a fuller picture of who people are and what they care about – and this alone can ultimately help nonprofits better drive year-end giving campaigns.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

If you’re meeting in person, try to draw simple pictures. A picture often really is worth 1,000 words. Even a verbal picture. You can view a couple of visual idea generation and sharing techniques in a video by Jack Elkins (The idea “T” and the “Story Board”). And some of the really fun tools take some practice.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2024

Those who find it fun are called nerds. The underlying assumption has been that collecting stories as data or even using data to tell stories will inherently bring a more equity-focused approach to philanthropy. In grantmaking, one word makes more eyes glaze over than any other – data.

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Achieve

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Use social media for quick updates and fun content. Incentivize engagement by hosting a giveaway or other fun contest just for new followers on your platform of choice. Use social media for quick updates and fun content. Fun challenges. Instagram story stickers. Encourage plenty of interaction. Just like.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

Include statistics and fun facts where possible, and include a question at the end that would inspire conversation.” When asking people to share pictures, ask that they tag @PurrfectPets to be featured in our stories and site! Please include 2–4 strong, relevant hashtags.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 26, 2017

Tell your story : The only way to make your Giving Tuesday campaign successful is to get the word out. We didn’t stop with e-mail & direct mail; we posted to Facebook 39 times, Tweeted 37 times and posted 25 pictures to Instagram. Our biggest takeaway: make it all connect. .

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 14, 2023

Tell stories about how lives have been changed and show powerful images of your work. Use powerful images to tell your story. If you’re raising money to purchase a vehicle, show a picture of the one you want. Make Your Online Fundraising Campaign FUN! You can post milestones like “we’ve just reached $1,000!”

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NetWits

JULY 16, 2012

It was a lot of fun presenting (and talking to) this extremely engaged group of people. You might also try having a little fun with your cover photo. One of the first things a new visitor will do on your Facebook page is check out your profile – even if it’s only a quick glance at the small box located right under your profile picture.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

The earlier tickets are bought also gives you a better picture of how successful the event may be. Newsletters can be used to send updates on projects and captivating stories so donors can see how they are directly impacting your organization. When marketing your event, use compelling stories.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Showing impact numbers and, more importantly, stories keep donors informed and engaged. Invite people to send you stories about why they got involved with your nonprofit. When a donor shares a great story, consider asking them to let you use it in a future fundraising appeal. You could also try teaching them a fun new skill.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Follow up with pictures and fun moments to remind your supporters of the fun experience they had. Use email to communicate their impact by noting how many funds were raised and what specific projects or initiatives they’ll push forward. To provide highlights. Fundraising events are the perfect opportunities to create memories.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 15, 2022

runner in history, had the audience riveted in their chairs as she shared her story as a pregnant athlete leading a movement to protect female athletes from being penalized or having their contracts interrupted by their sponsors for pregnancy. Watch her story live here. . Why Should I Give to You?

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Pick one that sounds like fun to you, because the planning and execution will be easier if you’re enjoying the work. The right story can grab donors by the heart and inspire them to give. Which Fundraising Events Bring in the Most Money for Small Nonprofits? There are LOTS of ways to raise money, including fundraising events.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 22, 2011

Disclaimer Tuesday, March 22, 2011 Picture This: A Look Back at This Years Spring Forum posted by Kayla L. It was also fun for me to meet some other students who attended. Keeping the Volunteering Torch Lit Research Friday: Take our fun quiz on the Arizona. Picture This: A Look Back at This Year's Spring Fo.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 21, 2014

According to the blog justgiving.com there are 5 key motivators for giving: to support a particular organization, because we are inspired by other’s stories, to support a cause, to feel good, and. Working with arts organizations there are often concern that your constituent stories aren’t as impactful. Make it fun!

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 29, 2021

That’s why we work as a true partner that gives you the full picture of the implementation project and sets expectations appropriately. Having fun. Even if it means just taking a few minutes at the beginning of each meeting to share a personal story or meet your new pet, we take time to get to know you.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 4, 2023

Or a note that thanks you for your gift, tells you that he spent it on a new video game, mentions how hard and fun the game is, and includes a picture of him while he’s playing the game? In your letter, tie the donor’s impact to your GivingTuesday appeal and the stories you used to support it. The same goes for your donors!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Repeated content, like blog posts, event listings, or even things like your programs or success stories. Avoid stretching images if they live next to content; you don’t want to end up with a skewed or blurry picture. There are two different places where copy length variation can happen: 1) Content that is frequently updated.

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Qgiv

MAY 4, 2021

Send new monthly donors a welcome letter sharing a story of impact, how the monthly giving program works, and who to get in touch with if they have questions. Organizations can send a sticker or bookmark as a thank you, write personal notes, email a fun picture, or find other unique ways to thank donors. Give a monthly update.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

APRIL 21, 2009

I keynoted the Illinois Computing Educators - ICE conference recently, and someone posted a picture on Flickr. It's fun to go out and tell stories to hundreds of people. Mainly, I talk about where Benetech comes from.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 29, 2023

If you were to close your eyes and picture a traditional nonprofit event, what would you see? A nonprofit event planner can help you come up with unique and fun ideas to engage your audience and keep them involved and excited. Ready to learn how to take your next event to new heights? Let’s begin! Leverage video.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 21, 2014

While most major gifts folks would probably tell you that nothing could replace the value of an in-person visit or phone call, the real magic of those activities comes for the opportunity to tell the donor a story. A story about a need, a story about someone who has been helped, etc. Start a thank you letter with a story.

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Whole Whale

JULY 18, 2022

The challenge when writing a fundraising email is to not only avoid this filter, but actually make it fun or interesting. Don’t include unnecessary information or try to tell your entire story in one email. So that is the big picture, now let’s get into the nitty gritty. Keep your appeal short and to the point.

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CauseVox

JUNE 16, 2023

We’ll show you some ways you can use our platform to its fullest potential, sharing success stories from Greek organizations just like yours. Picture this: your brothers or sisters showcasing their hidden talents, mastering choreography, and bringing the house down with their unforgettable performances.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 11, 2016

By sharing Snaps to your Story , you are asking your Snapchat Friends to take time out of their day to view your Snaps and you want to avoid your new Friends thinking to themselves ‘ Lame Snapchatter ‘ after viewing your Snaps. Share your first Snap to “My Story.” To begin, share your first Snap to your Story.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2021

There’s nothing more powerful than a story to help you connect with your audience. Luckily, animal shelters tend to have some great stories! . One of the most compelling stories that animal shelters can use is a heartstrings-tugging before -and-after. These rescue pups want to hear ALL the rescue stories. .

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CauseVox

APRIL 22, 2022

You may be familiar with the more traditional peer-to-peers such as fun runs, bikeathons, and marathons but these types of events actually come in all forms. For the past 23 years, Invest in Kids has hosted the Jane-A-Thon, a fun-filled ski and snowboarding event at Colorado’s Winter Park Resort.

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sgEngage

MAY 22, 2023

Some good financial statements to start with: Income Statements Balance Sheets Bank and Credit Card Statements Payroll reports Once you’ve run your reports and pulled all of your data into one place for easy access, the real fun can begin.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

Here’s a fun, fast, and free leadership quiz you can take: [link] Not everyone is a born leader. Passion, clarity, and confidence are key to telling your story. You must be able to tell your nonprofit’s story through numbers. Be ready to paint the picture of where you’re going and then motivate folks to join you for the journey.

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 23, 2009

see more Lolcats and funny pictures When you're working to make the world a better place, there are going to be times when you'll feel challenged, discouraged, and even sometimes depressed. To balance out the tough times, you need to have a Laugh List to turn to on a regular basis. Below are some items from My Laugh List. What's on yours?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Moment—Using your data to tell stories, make decisions, and change the world.” It can also make using data fun ! We’ve all heard the phrase, “a picture is worth 1,000 words.” Please share your story in the comments! Moment—Using your data to tell stories, make decisions, and change the world.”

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 21, 2021

We’ll get into more detail about the types of emails you can send, but all of them should include some story-driven content. It might include an emoji, fun wordplay, or a question. Here’s what this email should include: A thank you message An update on what you’ve been doing Pictures or graphics to tell your story.

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