Kindful

MAY 26, 2021

Notice how subconsciously your attention was just hooked? of storytelling will help you drastically increase your organization’s revenue and impact. A good story allows organizations to build those relationships, win hearts, change minds, and prompt action. Happy storytelling! Once upon a time….

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CauseVox

MARCH 24, 2022

It was created with you in mind — the nonprofit director or marketer that is overwhelmed and under-resourced, trying to make an impact through content. Rain Bennett, Filmmaker, Writer, Storytelling Coach. His films and articles have been seen around the world and he hosts a weekly podcast called The Storytelling Lab.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Evening meals sometimes went on for hours as we continued our storytelling. These stories simply exist in our minds until we add language and share them with others. When I began writing proposals, storytelling was the only way I knew to convey the problems my organization faced and what we were doing to overcome those problems.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 22, 2023

One way to encourage people to support your organization is through great nonprofit storytelling. By using narrative and storytelling techniques, you’ll be able to communicate your nonprofit’s mission and impact while building stronger emotional connections with your audience. Where Should You Use Nonprofit Storytelling?

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

Better storytelling/more humanity Whether told face-to-face with a major donor, in a thank you video, or in your fundraising emails, stories are the most powerful tool in your fundraising and marketing arsenal. That’s because human beings are hardwired for nonprofit storytelling. We are, as a species, addicted to story.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 16, 2022

Imagine if you didn’t need an expensive camera, artistic mastery, or a ton of time to create what was in your mind’s eye. We are about to enter into a golden age of storytelling more unbound from resource constraints than ever before. The ability to use the style of a famous artist can add additional storytelling value to the image.

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 24, 2023

Brands, nonprofits, and personal connections all clamor for their attention. The emails and ads work together to keep becoming a member top of mind and give them more chances to take action. If you’re Joseph, Email B will automatically catch your attention, if only for a moment. Email A: Support Organization XYZ!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2016

Last month brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's new book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. And, the newest installment in the series is equally good, informative, practical and actionable. Storytelling is a skill. Storytelling is a powerful tool. Including me.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Storytelling is a strategic tool that has been used since the beginning of humanity to transmit a meaningful message to others. Through stories, people can speak out their minds, share wisdom, and pass information to others. So you should know which part of the population you want to reach and what actions you want them to take.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 7, 2015

Making a real big difference demands that leaders do interior work to gain a self-understanding of themselves, develop relationship building skills and facilitating the work work of groups and leveraging their professional and organizational networks, and a clear and actionable understanding complex systems change.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2024

More specifically, datamaking is an action whereby we transform information into data so that data can contribute to knowledge. The Creative Power of Datamaking Focusing on the action of datamaking opens a world of possibilities for developing knowledge. The key force in the formula is that data is actually a decision.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It also requires strategic planning, effective communication, and innovative marketing techniques to reach your target audience and inspire them to take action. Leverage Multiple Marketing Channels If you want to attract the attention of as many supporters as possible, develop a multichannel marketing strategy.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 5, 2022

Set a clear call to action 7. You’ll also want to strategically use bolding or italics to call extra attention to key points in your letter. Sometimes I find that in fundraising letters and emails we kind of meander our way to the point, to the call to action way at the end. Most likely your call to action is to donate.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

As you plan your direct mail donor acquisition campaign, keep the following tips in mind. Every piece of direct mail that converts donors has to not only capture their attention but also move them to take the next step and give. When your direct mail materials align with your nonprofit’s brand, people know to pay attention.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 11, 2023

If you’re like every nonprofit on the planet, you’ve got one thing on your mind: acquiring new donors! Dig into Your Data to Find Qualified Leads We all know that your organization is collecting lots of data about people and the actions they take. Add donate call-to-action images or buttons on your top 20 most visited pages.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Today, we look back to 2016 : 2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. And, the newest installment in the series is equally good, informative, practical and actionable. Storytelling is a skill. Storytelling is a powerful tool.

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

When scheduling your ad campaigns, keep in mind that some months are more lucrative when it comes to donations. Include calls to action in your ads that direct your supporters to your website or a specific project’s landing page. Include your ad campaigns in your content calendar to maximize their return on investment.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2020

Today, we look back to 2016 : 2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. And, the newest installment in the series is equally good, informative, practical and actionable. Storytelling is a skill. Storytelling is a powerful tool.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

Stay tuned to discover actionable insights that can truly make a difference. 3 Tell Stories that Make You Stand Out from the Crowd In episode 3 of “Year-End in July,” guests Dom Spinosa, Alyssa Boger, and copywriting expert Cathe Hoerth discuss the power of storytelling in fundraising. Capture their attention!

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

While focused on selling products, many of Ogilvy’s principles and “rules” around research, messaging, and motivating action remain surprisingly relevant today, especially for nonprofit organizations seeking to engage donors and volunteers. Convey the mission as urgently needed and highly solvable to inspire hope and action.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

Experiment and keep in mind that those who use Twitter regularly tend to love Twitter. Tweets with links have an 86% higher retweet rate and higher engagement overall because people are hesitant to retweet or engage with tweets that do not have a source or a call-to-action. 6) Respond to and engage with followers.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

It’s marketable, it’s ripe for good storytelling, and can ease the process of coming up with a fresh campaign concept. Keep in mind that some activities and events can require a lot more time, budget, and staff, so be very thoughtful about what you plan on top of all of your other year-end campaign activities.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 1, 2018

2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. And, the newest installment in the series is equally good, informative, practical and actionable. It engages their minds and their hearts by appealing to both their intellect and emotions.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Canine Cancer Alliance included a clear call to action at the top of their page to register or donate in support of their mission to support canine cancer research. Keep in mind that most online fundraisers run about a month, but even day-long campaigns are helpful for a charity. Fundraise On Special Days. ” tweet this.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

When you're building a movement, video is an indispensable storytelling tool. By appealing to a wide range of our senses, videos capture our attention and activate our emotions, unlike any other medium. We shared Yash’s invaluable insights on digital storytelling and we couldn’t resist sharing his advice on creating compelling videos.

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

Pay particular attention to language and materials from past grants you’ve been awarded, and highlight them as best practice templates for future applications. . Keep in mind when you’re writing your grant proposal that small details can play a big role in final decisions, especially when competing against many other grant applications.

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Achieve

AUGUST 18, 2023

Videos are more engaging than text or images alone, hold supporters’ attention for longer, and provide a multimedia storytelling experience. End with a call to action. This way, supporters can quickly sign up for your auction while it’s top of mind. Tailor the video’s format to the marketing channel you use to share it.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 1, 2016

5: Collaborative Storytelling Sells. As the power and influence of a sharing economy continues to grow, you’ll need to relinquish control of your messaging and turn your audience into storytellers. With the sharing economy, human connection and community are the primary drivers that promote action.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

While you should be sending out more than donation appeal emails to your donors, when you do make those appeals, pay attention to your subject lines. This email gives donors clear action items right off the bat. Keep in mind that, at its core, your appeal email is an appeal. Want to keep these on hand for future use?

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Storytelling is one of the best ways to connect with your donors. When you pull on your donors’ heartstrings or appeal to their emotions, they’ll pay attention to what you have to say and what you’re asking of them. Lots of donation asks happen at the end of the year and many organizations are vying for people’s attention.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

Whether it’s a photo of your volunteers in action or pictures of the communities you serve, the photo you pick should demonstrate your organization’s impact to visitors to your LinkedIn page. However, it’s important to keep in mind that LinkedIn is not just any other social media page. Take advantage of sponsored content.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

Because, Thursday, September 8 brings the official release of Paul Smith 's new book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. And, the newest installment in the series is equally good, informative, practical and actionable. Storytelling is a skill. Storytelling is a powerful tool.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

This means more than just losing your employees’ attention at your All Hands meetings. Without an objective in mind or ways to measure progress, employees can feel less driven. With these considerations in mind, let’s go over some dos and don’ts when analyzing employee engagement and implementing ideas. Impact storytelling.

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DNL OmniMedia

AUGUST 25, 2021

That’s where nonprofit storytelling comes into play. That’s why we’ve created this comprehensive guide to nonprofit storytelling, in which you’ll explore the following points: The Importance of Storytelling for Nonprofits. 7 Tips for Effective Storytelling for Nonprofits Using Digital Marketing. Let’s get started.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Video storytelling: Emotionally compelling videos showcasing your organization’s impact can help humanize your cause by showing the real people behind your organization’s efforts. Keep in mind, these individuals don’t have to be celebrities with millions of followers.

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Nonprofits Source

MAY 8, 2024

By tapping into the power of storytelling, you can connect with your audience emotionally, thereby motivating action and support. We’ll provide five tips on how you can utilize storytelling to level up your nonprofit’s marketing materials and make a lasting impression. Conclude with a call to action. Let’s jump in.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 22, 2017

You need to pay attention – because your board members and constituents will be. The Millennial Mind, Heart, and Wallet. How Citizen-Powered Movements Will Lead Social Change in 2017: Learn about the shift to cause-minded individuals driving change and how their efforts are making a difference.

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