sgEngage

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

But, the question that will ultimately get more prospective donors in the door is: how are you changing the world? In fact, storytelling encompasses blog writing, advertising, and stewardship efforts. There are several ways to hone your storytelling craft. Seek inspiration from real storytellers.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 12, 2022

They give to your non-profit because they want to see a change in the world and be part of making it happen. That’s where storytelling comes in. What new journey or chapter begins in their life? Having an impact or being part of an impact is motivating to donors. This is your invitation to step away from this writing mindset.

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Qgiv

JULY 10, 2023

Strength-Based Messaging: A Powerful Tool Thankfully, in recent years, new and long overdue attention has been focused on changing the way we build our donor relationships. This acknowledges your constituents’ agency, or control over their actions and consequences. There is, frankly, revenue risk with any sudden change in messaging.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JANUARY 7, 2022

Climate change is everywhere in the news, and usually not because of positive developments. Climate change? Climate change — and climate action — are undoubtedly the defining issues of this decade. These stories are set in the future and accurately depict the current climate change predictions. Sign me up.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Autumn brings more than a colorful display of leaves changing, though. Help donors find and give to your cause online Fifty-five percent of people who interact with a nonprofit on social media take action, and of this group, 59% consider donating money as a result. Build a mobile strategy now with the help of this book. From So What?

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Forum One

AUGUST 24, 2022

Changing the narrative is a significant piece in constructing and promoting narratives that challenge existing narratives and the stories to drive change for issue-based organizations, such as social justice organizations, like Color for Change, or non-profit organizations. Putting narrative change into action for impact.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Each episode is packed with insights , strategies, and real-life experiences designed to help you flourish in your fundraising endeavors. In this episode, Jessi Burg delves into what it takes to do this effectively, providing valuable guidance for those seeking to create positive change through their own ventures. It‘s Time to Decide.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 5, 2024

Your Tech-Savvy Companion in Advocacy In this digital era, your nonprofit is not just a beacon of change – it’s tech-powered ! They’re the heart that pumps life into your cause and the soul that fuels your mission. Together, we’ll turn that passion into action. When they raise their voices, mountains move.

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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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Media Cause

JUNE 1, 2024

Fostering Authentic Relationships With and Amongst Your Audience Digital advocacy is critical to moving missions forward, creating systemic change, educating your base, and mobilizing leaders who are loyal to your organization and committed to the larger movement in which you operate. This is especially true during an election year.

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M+R

JANUARY 8, 2024

These moments in history hold opportunities for great change. We’re fueled by hope rather than despair because we’re in the business of building movements, building long-term power, and working with world changing clients to pass policies that make people’s lives better.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 17, 2022

By hearing a personal story, donors and non-donors can understand the impact of your mission and see it in action. In this post I want to give you a real life example of the power of sharing a personal story. It’s one of the many reasons I enjoy listening to TED talks or podcasts from This American Life. for nearly a year.

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Annual reports are a staple of nonprofit life. This impact summary page speaks directly to supporters and gives them credit for changing lives instead of the organization alone. They’re a powerful tool for communicating your impact, but what makes an annual report effective?

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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. To learn more about knowledge work and its role in grantmaking, check out the post Beyond the Newest Philanthropy Buzzword: Knowledge Work is Core to Equitable Change.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 1, 2022

As we prepare to mark World AIDS Day on December 1st, we sat down with Jennifer Lotito, the President and COO of (RED), to learn more about (RED)’s success model and how the organization is creating lasting change. How Can Brands Leverage Storytelling To Tap Into the Cultural Zeitgeist and Shift Public Perception?

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Tech Soup

MAY 14, 2013

RSVP now for TechSoup's fourth annual Digital Storytelling Screening and Awards Party on Tuesday, May 28 at 7 p.m. Toan Lam is a multimedia consultant, university professor, thought leader, and former TV reporter and host who is on the forefront of the changing landscape of multimedia.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

Your next game-changing testimonial could be just a conversation away. They serve as powerful tools for building trust and authenticity, showcasing real-life impacts of your organization’s work. Use Real Stories to Connect: Personal stories and real-life examples create a stronger emotional connection with your audience.

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EveryAction

MAY 1, 2017

Storytelling is a constant drumbeat that resonates throughout the nonprofit community, but increasingly, stories are getting hard to tell. We asked nonprofit storytelling expert Vanessa Chase Lockshin about telling stories amid a noisy, negative newscycle that leaves donors (and everyone else) feeling fatigued - here's her advice.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 1, 2022

Storytelling as a solution. Communicating what a nonprofit does through storytelling is a valuable and engaging tool for stakeholders. Storytellers strategically place the donor or prospect into the story, allowing them to help solve a problem, making them a hero. Evidence of impact comes through testimonies.

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Bloomerang

MAY 4, 2021

The struggles in a good nonprofit story formulate the rising action. In order for a resolution to be most effective and satisfying, it needs to incorporate some kind of change to the character, the circumstance, or both. What are the conflicts the character faces? . To give you an idea, some examples of obstacles are: . relationships).

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2024

Fundraising is a pivotal part of your nonprofit’s ability to help change the world. With technology and societal changes, organizations like yours must stay on top of the trends to meet donors’ expectations. Over half of Generation Z has reached adulthood and more are on their way to entering the next stage of their life.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

They allow you to communicate a clear call to action and show supporters the tangible impact they create. The sooner you nail down your strategy, the easier it will be to create a beautiful campaign that brings it to life. People tend to take more immediate action on these platforms, so provide them with a direct path to give.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2016

And, the newest installment in the series is equally good, informative, practical and actionable. Storytelling is a skill. Also, I think after publishing my first two books, Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story , they thought sales was the next logical place to leverage storytelling skills. It helps them relax.

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Candid

AUGUST 18, 2022

From the civil rights leaders and Black Panther Party to the Black social change leaders of today , Black communities have wielded social innovation as a tool to design and determine their own futures, build collective power, and achieve liberation. . Black leaders driving social innovation is not a new phenomenon. .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 4, 2015

In his book, Paul demonstrates how storytelling is a powerful business tool that can mean the difference between mediocre results and phenomenal success. Since the book was published about three years ago, my admiration for Paul's passion for storytelling and helping to teach people how to effectively tell stories has only but grown.

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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?” Make them feel integral to the cause, reinforcing the notion that they are actively changing lives.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2021

Her goal is to see more nonprofits become true “sustainable social benefit organizations”– those that help people be the change they want to see in their communities and the world. It’s the specific change you’re asking the donor to help make with their gift. Abstractions and generalities fail to move donors to action.

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Forum One

JUNE 9, 2021

Since 1970, the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) has been working to safeguard the earth—its people, its plants and animals, and the natural systems on which all life depends. To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories from the last 50 years. The Vilcek Foundation.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 23, 2016

For this Designing for Good episode, we’re showcasing the best examples of nonprofit storytelling of 2016. Timely, but why is nonprofit storytelling such a hot topic these days ? Stories like: A candid testimony of an nonprofit’s impact on a real person’s life. 4 War Child: “Moms” (60 sec).

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

Stay tuned to discover actionable insights that can truly make a difference. Personalization alongside a donor’s individual case for support can entirely change conversations around year-end giving. You can also create a culture of storytelling by inviting everyone to identify potential stories. Keep reading to find out more! #1

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 9, 2023

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. WTF?) -- Changing The Way Businesses Create Experiences. It covers basic management, managing staff changes, managing projects, strategic thinking, hiring, delegating, and communication.and lots more. Authors are Alan S.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

In my previous posts, I addressed a host of self-limiting beliefs that keep us from excelling in our careers and changing our communities. The important thing is to remember that tackling it, while daunting, will improve your quality of life and help you fulfill your personal and professional goals. . The Inner Guide.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 2, 2013

Read about the winners and how they plan to change the world through apps. TechSoup Digital Storytelling. The TechSoup Digital Storytelling Contest is here! Join in on the conversation and participate in our tweet chats and webinars around digital storytelling. TechSoup for Libraries. The ReStart Romania.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 20, 2010

asked me to share some of my storytelling experience with the grantees in hopes that they would be inspired to better document and share the important work that they do and the impact they have in their communities. How organizations can build the storytelling culture into their DNA. How to write a good story and inspire ACTION.

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Use these tried and true best practices to turn your website into a fundraising tool you can count on year-round: Optimize your donation page Streamline your navigation Create an engaging blog Before you dive into these tips, ensure that you’re working with the best tech stack possible to bring your web design dreams to life.

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CauseVox

JULY 31, 2023

Your nonprofit can use Giving Days throughout the year to rally individuals, businesses, and organizations to drive significant change in a short amount of time. Encouraging Action Giving Days foster a sense of community and collective action. But that excitement does not need to be limited to one day a year!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

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. Since tweets have a very short life span, it’s a good practice to retweet your own tweets. Retweet your own tweets.

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