Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 14, 2017

My colleague, Julia Campbell, has just published a book, “ Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits ” and was kind enough to share an advanced copy. This comprehensive book covers the following: Part One addresses storytelling readiness, especially now to transform your nonprofit’s culture.

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EveryAction

MARCH 17, 2015

We asked storytelling expert Vanessa Chase of The Storytelling Non-Profit to share the most common mistakes organizations make when talking about how + why they do what they do. Read on for her advice on doing nonprofit storytelling right! Check out the brand new Epic Guide to Nonprofit Storytelling!

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 9, 2013

The buzz word “storytelling” rings loudly here. The post 5 Bits Of Advice For A Crowd-Funding Campaign appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. Also consider peer-to-peer fundraising tools, such as social media. Create a compelling page. Nothing is better than a moving story, video, and photos.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 2, 2024

Each podcast is only 2-3 minutes long and they’re full of amazing insights and advice. I am a big fan of Dan Pink, author of the best-selling books Drive , When , The Power of Regret , and so many others. He also has a video podcast that he calls the Pinkcast. In this Pinkcast, he talks about how to make New Year’s resolutions like a pro.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

With so many EOY campaigns , one of the most powerful ways for donors to connect with your cause is through the power of storytelling. Yes, it’s 2018 and we are still talking about the power and benefits of storytelling. 15 Minute Storytelling Workouts. 30 Minute Storytelling Workouts. 60 Minute Storytelling Workouts.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 21, 2019

Here is some good advice from Lee G. Storytelling is our most basic and powerful form of communication. Read the whole book for lots of additional insights and advice for how great leaders think. Bolman and Terrence E. Deal , authors of the book, How Great Leaders Think : Good thinking is the starting point for good leadership.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 9, 2023

This purposeful process of gathering ideas, evidence, arguments and advice from your donors will help you to establish your importance in serving your community and compelling reasons for donors to give to your organization. Key Takeaways: What is a case for support?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 1, 2014

Today, many of the most successful organizations on the planet intentionally use storytelling as a key leadership tool ,” explains Smith. Several companies, such as Kimberly-Clark , actively teach storytelling skills to their leaders. Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leade With A Story Leadership Paul Smith Storytelling'

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The Storytelling Non-profit

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

To help you maximize your fundraising efforts this month, I’m here with advice on how to tell stories that raise money in December. Next, let’s talk about some storytelling strategies to help you maximize your giving. If you’re looking for more copywriting advice, check out these posts. Why Tell Stories in December.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 5, 2022

For this reason, I want to share with you my best fundraising writing advice and give you some easy but very useful steps to help you write your best fundraising letter and to keep you motivated and inspired. KNOW WHO YOU’RE WRITING TO: A very important fundraising advice is to identify who your target audience is.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

MARCH 7, 2022

As a non-profit professional, it’s essential to come out of the weeds of individual storytelling so that you can be strategic with what you tell your audience over time. Get more storytelling advice for fundraising in this on-demand training.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 2, 2024

Each podcast is only 2-3 minutes long and they’re full of amazing insights and advice. I am a big fan of Dan Pink, author of the best-selling books Drive , When , The Power of Regret , and so many others. He also has a video podcast that he calls the Pinkcast. In this Pinkcast, he talks about how to make New Year’s resolutions like a pro.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 4, 2022

And more importantly, it’s your opportunity to clarify how storytelling will support your fundraising or communications goals. After all, storytelling is a tool and we want to be strategic in how we use that tool. In this article, we’re going to take a step back from reactive storytelling to get intentional and on message!

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Tech Soup

APRIL 25, 2013

On Monday, April 16, TechSoup took its Digital Storytelling global with a full-day tweet chat spanning 10 time zones. Each tweet chat covered a different facet of digital storytelling and featured storytelling experts and nonprofit and library participants. Twitter tweet chat tsdigs digital storytelling'

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 5, 2024

Whether it’s the instant spreadability of Twitter, the communal spirit of Facebook, or the captivating visuals of Instagram, each platform is a chapter in your storytelling saga. The Art of Storytelling: Sharing Supporters’ Stories There’s something profoundly human about sharing stories.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 15, 2012

Today, many of the most successful organizations on the planet intentionally use storytelling as a key leadership tool ,” explains Smith. Several companies, such as Kimberly-Clark , actively teach storytelling skills to their leaders. Paul Smith , author of the new book, Lead With A Story , is a true believer in telling stories.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 5, 2022

And if you’re just getting started with stories for non-profit fundraising, here’s my best advice for beginners. . The post 5 Types of Stories for Non-Profit Fundraising appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Advice for nonprofit organizations seeking funding from grantmakers. A great grant proposal is really just exceptional storytelling that matches a need for financial support.”. Topics covered: Introducing advocacy and policy to boards. Building advocacy into your organizational infrastructure. Listen Now: Resources: Chynna A. “We

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The Storytelling Non-profit

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

I see this happening more and more because there is "best practice" advice out there that the more you ask on Giving Tuesday, the more you get. The post Standing Out in the Noisy Space of the Non-Profit Sector appeared first on The Storytelling Non-Profit.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 28, 2022

2022 included our first annual Digital Impact Summit and other great webinars that left attendees with tangible tips and expert advice on various topics, including data storytelling, customer experience, and annual planning. Data Storytelling That Deepens Engagement: NYU’s City Health Dashboard. Digital Impact Summit.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

As I’ve continued in my copywriting career, I look back at some basic and very useful advice my dad gave me in primary school about writing essays. I got this advice hammered into me for years and now looking closer at how I write fundraising emails, I see there’s still some applicability to this.

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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 31, 2018

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. My biggest piece of advice to nonprofits at year-end is not to spend money reaching complete strangers. . 3) Create strategic Facebook Ads.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 20, 2011

There's still plenty of time to participate in the second annual TechSoup Digital Storytelling Challenge ! Read the details on the TechSoup Digital Storytelling Event page to see how you can win some great prizes before the submission period ends at 5 p.m. Don't know about the challenge? and Erika Padilla-Morales of Streetside Stories.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 10, 2018

Julia Campbell is social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. They created a pin board with expert advice on how to “Green Your Home” that is filled with beautiful visuals and helpful content. By Julia Campbell . 2) Pinterest is about discovery.

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

The book is a masterful blend of practical advice, psychological insights, and personal anecdotes that will resonate with introverts from all walks of life. But it doesn’t stop there – even seasoned fundraisers will find immense value in Brian’s fresh perspective and insightful advice.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2021

While her content might not look super modern, her advice is invaluable. THE STORYTELLING NONPROFIT. In this blog, you’ll learn about: Storytelling for Social Good, Fundraising, and Nonprofit Communications. The Storytelling Nonprofit’s Vanessa Chase knows the power of sharing impact with donors.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 8, 2012

In September, the San Francisco Online Community Meetup welcomed Cara Jones , founder of Storytellers for Good , and JD Lasica , chief strategist at Socialbrite. Jones and Lasica spoke on the topic of using storytelling for community building. Principles of Storytelling. Aim for the heart. Image: SusanChavez.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 1, 2014

#CMF2014 || Advice about branding and storytelling for nonprofits; pic.twitter.com/oZEBgyNKRd. — @NonprofitOrgs (@nonprofitorgs) May 29, 2014. CMF2014 || Advice for innovation in #fundraising : pic.twitter.com/rLa7UYpmfD. — @NonprofitOrgs (@nonprofitorgs) May 29, 2014. 24 Retweets, 28 Favorites. 23 Retweets, 18 Favorites.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In this post, you’ll learn why storytelling is a key component of your year-end fundraising campaign and how to start planning the storytelling aspects of your campaign today. . Storytelling for Fundraising – It’s a Non-negotiable. The best way to help them understand that is through storytelling. .

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Forum One

JANUARY 17, 2024

We are emphasizing digital and communications strategies that center the communities and individuals served, and build emotional connections through storytelling and experiences. Sharing our learning—in white papers, guides, webinars, and conferences—is a key way we follow our own advice to build trust and community in our sector.

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.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

shared this valuable advice. Stuart is currently Founder and Chief Storyteller at Social Frequency Media and, Composer, and Producer of the Art Scores Gallery Project. The desire to be fully aware of the strengths and weaknesses of your team drives this type of evaluation. The post Is Your Remote Team Getting the TLC They Deserve?

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 7, 2012

Advances in technology now mean that many nonprofits most likely have access to basic video storytelling tools. Mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, can be really powerful storytelling tools. The tweet chat was held one day before the official launch of the TechSoup Digital Storytelling Challenge (TSDigs).

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 13, 2021

But simply being advised to “tell a story” is pretty empty advice without some concrete guidance about what kind of story to tell and how to tell it. We all know telling a good story engages readers and gets them emotionally involved so that they feel compelled to send a gift to your organization.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 31, 2011

Annaliese pointed out to us that podcasting is usually not perceived as digital storytelling , and we agreed that this is an idea worth discussing. But a podcast can be a vehicle for storytelling, if you make the effort to infuse it with a narrative. Are you interested?”.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 1, 2022

How Can Brands Leverage Storytelling To Tap Into the Cultural Zeitgeist and Shift Public Perception? And the late, great Steve Jobs gave (RED) some pretty good advice on storytelling: Keep it simple. How Does a Brand Like (RED) Use Storytelling To Mobilize Other Brands To Do Good?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 31, 2020

Here is some good advice from Lee G. Storytelling is our most basic and powerful form of communication. Read the whole book for lots of additional insights and advice for how great leaders think. Bolman and Terrence E. Deal , authors of the book, How Great Leaders Think : Good thinking is the starting point for good leadership.

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