Whole Whale

AUGUST 16, 2022

By creating images that evoke emotion, you can make your materials more impactful and persuade people to donate to your cause. Creative Ideas for Social Impact Imagery. Note the clear language to identify the object, the action, the background or context, and then most importantly the artistic style that the output should create.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 13, 2021

I continue to evolve my thinking about how to tell non-profit stories. This is natural in any line of work, but in non-profit storytelling I find that it mostly impacts my process for writing and telling stories. I also read a lot of non-profit stories that are simply just the facts told chronologically.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Eliza was a natural language processing program created to explore the dynamics of conversation between humans and machines. Review your strategic plan, business goals, and data to identify where automation could make an impact. For example, the HubSpot bot is free with the platform, uses natural language, and sets up quickly.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 6, 2023

Here are important factors that nonprofits should consider when developing year-end campaigns, which, if executed successfully, will further their missions and make a profound impact on the communities they serve. One-time and non-donors might receive compelling stories and testimonials that inspire them to get involved.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Prioritize audience analysis both when thinking about fundraising tactics and also in fundraising language as well. It’s important to step back and ask yourself: Are the stories we’re including in our fundraising appeals helping or harming the communities we’re striving to support? 4) Focus on the Benefit. 6) Don’t Forget A/B Testing.

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

They’re a powerful tool for communicating your impact, but what makes an annual report effective? Pathfinder International’s annual report combines thoughtful web design, powerful graphics, individual stories, and gorgeous portraits to vividly showcase their beneficiaries. One of our favorite parts is their “Pushing Impact” section.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2021

By Audrey Phillips , a customer success manager at Classy – a social enterprise that creates world-class online fundraising software for nonprofits, modernizing the giving experience to accelerate social impact around the world. Mention the donor’s past involvement with your organization and the impact their previous gifts have made.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 13, 2021

As Fiver pivoted to offer digital services in the wake of COVID-19, the fundraising team took the opportunity to craft a narrative around how donated funds directly impacted things like Camp WiFiver , a live-streamed camp experience. Fiver used their story of Camp WiFiver to inform their 2021 #GivingTuesday campaign. Develop A Toolkit.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 25, 2023

Don’t just ask people to donate; tell them exactly what materials you need and how their donation will make an impact. Use strong language to make your website visitors feel like waiting isn’t an option—they need to act now. Use Strong Language Nonprofit calls to action need strong verbs to make the biggest impact.

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Candid

JUNE 17, 2024

In this article, we’ll share real-life stories from Black executives who participated in Candid’s Collaboration Circle for leaders serving boys and men of color. The gatekeepers and their language in interactions make the process feel like I am an inconvenience in their day. Davis’s story highlights the importance of peer and funder.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2024

Using AI isn’t just a passing trend; it’s essential for nonprofits looking to make a bigger impact. And it leads to more donations and a greater impact. This unlocks new efficiency, effectiveness, and impact. Embrace AI and make a real impact in fundraising! Maximize impact by using advanced strategies.

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.orgSource

MAY 23, 2023

A healthy balance sheet is the source of innovation, impact, and engagement. Make your reporting easier for the experts to explain and for the novices to understand by— Using clear, concise language and avoiding financial jargon. Tell your financial story. So how do you make the financial report a bingeable presentation?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

This will create a great first draft, but it’s important to personalize the content by adding stories from your community or sharing updates on the progress made towards achieving your mission. The tool can draft stewardship emails, create impactful copy for annual reports, and even generate speeches for stewardship events.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 6, 2019

In a year that social media scandals and negative stories were becoming more relevant, there was also a growing need for a focus on the positive side of social networks. People are craving for inspiring stories on their social media feeds and that’s how the campaign ended up trending on the day.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2023

The way you tell your story and engage people in your message can make or break your fundraising efforts. And how do you tell a good story? Stories are interactive, bonding. Shared stories can tie whole cultures and groups together. Shared stories bind all sorts of people, from families to religious groups.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Stories are powerful. It’s incredibly important for nonprofits to tell stories about their organization and the people they serve. Telling a good story can also give your donors confidence that your nonprofit is making an impact and that their donations are used effectively. What is Nonprofit Storytelling?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Instead of generating a profit that can be disbursed to shareholders or reinvested in the business, nonprofits funnel their revenue into things like research funding, program expenses, outreach, and work that directly impacts their mission. and tell the story of how?those?resources Support multiple languages. This method?focuses?on

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Achieve

MARCH 18, 2024

Successful nonprofits know that humans respond to stories. The right story catches our attention and makes us more willing to listen to the hard numbers and details that ultimately convince us to take action. But what about some of your highest-impact communications— grant proposals ? Stories make things real.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Showcase Impact Through Stories: Share compelling stories or language that illustrates the positive impact the donor has had on the organization’s mission. Stories create emotional connections and resonate deeply with donors. Your introduction letter plays a pivotal role in initiating these relationships.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

It tells the story of one life being saved. Acknowledge the donor for their gift – You’ll find the specific language in the 2 nd paragraph, along with how that gift will impact the organization’s ability to fulfill its mission. Don’t use jargon, acronyms, and stiff language, and leave out all your 25 cent words.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 14, 2021

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. At the root of every story is a struggle or conflict. This is true of the stories you’ll share about your nonprofit’s work too. . Consider all the angles of your story. .

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Your nonprofit mission statement is how you communicate your organization’s impact to supporters, clients, and the community at large. Mission statements are typically short and to the point, briefly communicating the nature of the organization’s work, impact , goals, and values. Next, ask about what language resonates with them.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

1%: Fundraiser stickers in Facebook Stories. 41%: Donation stickers in Instagram Stories. Pro Bono Australia is a proud B Corp which helps purpose-driven people and organisations to grow their impact. Open Data Project Language Sponsors. 43%: They had never heard of Facebook Charitable Giving tools.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes Celebrate, Educate, and Fundraise: Planning Winning AAPI Heritage Month Events As the vibrant tapestry of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month unfolds, the opportunity to celebrate, educate, and inspire through impactful events is immense. Share stories that inspire giving.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 3, 2013

Note from Beth: How often have those of worked in nonprofits asked the question or been asked the question by funders, “What’s the impact?” The first step is identify what impact might look like as this post explains. “I I still don’t know if it had any impact at all.”.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Draw inspiration from impactful introductions like the one crafted by Jules Brown for an acquisition piece for Women’s Aid: “Could you picture, for a moment, a woman on the brink of making the hardest decision of her life?” Whether it’s a sick child or a struggling family, stories humanize your cause and make it relatable.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

But there are countless benefits to registering your nonprofit with RoundUp App , including: A custom RoundUp App registration page with your own logo, photo, and impact statement. The opportunity to join a community of other nonprofit professionals using the platform to share ideas, success stories, and lessons learned.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 28, 2023

Additionally, they may have reached a point in their lives where they are reflecting on their legacy and the impact they want to leave behind. Reach out to them individually, listen to their stories, and express genuine appreciation for their support over the years. Older donors often appreciate storytelling and nostalgia.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 8, 2021

Using this research to tell an impressionable story, you can create a convincing grant application that will get your nonprofit the resources it needs. Get noticed among the giant stack of proposals with a powerful story about your organization’s impact. How will your nonprofit make an impact? Ready to get started?

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 13, 2023

As we come together to honor their stories, your nonprofit has a fantastic opportunity to foster unity and support immigrant communities. Your nonprofit can amplify its impact by collaborating with other organizations that share similar goals and values. Language Classes: Offer language classes taught by immigrants.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

She is also the Founder and CEO of Liz Ngonzi Transforms , a boutique international consulting firm that provides consulting, executive coaching, and training services that enable social sector leaders and entrepreneurs to increase their impact and reach their potential. Storytelling is core to how we as human beings communicate.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 16, 2023

Storytelling in Fundraising is a powerful tool that can help nonprofits connect with donors, inspire action, and create meaningful impact. Here are some tips for creating compelling narratives that drive greater giving: Before you start telling your story, it’s important to identify your core message. Make it Easy to Donate.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 21, 2023

Here’s a story from my customer service research about a customer who called Zappos requesting a specific pair of shoes. The moral of the story is that the Zappos employee was trained to provide customer service…in this instance, the agent found a solution to the problem even though it did not result in a sale for Zappos.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

It’s no wonder that many fundraisers find themselves so exhausted by the time they send their appeals that the last thing on their mind is writing a heartfelt thank you message or reporting back to the donor on how their gift made an impact. What should you include in the impact message you send to your donors? A heartfelt thank you.

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

Leverage Language and Formatting From Past Grants. Many grant applications will ask similar questions, such as what programs or materials you need funding for and why, how your nonprofit makes an impact in the community, and how you’ll measure success if selected for the award. Demonstrate Impact With Data and Examples.

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Classy

JULY 26, 2021

On August 17, the United States celebrates National Nonprofit Day to recognize the impact of the social sector and highlight the importance of charitable organizations across the country. . This national holiday offers nonprofits the opportunity to: Spread awareness of their impact to new audiences.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Stories help embed a message into context and, often, entertainment. The message is the medication , and the story is the peanut butter. Sure, some of us have an inherent knack for weaving a good story, but the truth is storytelling can be learned, practiced, and mastered. . The strategy behind the stories you tell.

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