Tech Soup

MAY 28, 2013

So, we want to help match your intended efforts with the right tools to achieve your goals. That's what the Digital Storytelling Challenge seeks to accomplish every year. At the 2013 Digital Storytelling Awards Gala on May 28, the community's successes were clear. Without further ado. First Place Video.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

When I talk to other non-profit professionals about email fundraising, many of the questions I get asked boil down to how to capture and keep people’s attention. In this article I’m going to show you my approach to narrative and storytelling in email that has helped me raise just shy of $1m in a year for one of my clients.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

At some point in your professional fundraising career, you’ve probably heard the importance of storytelling when crafting your nonprofit’s donor experience. No matter your experience, a crucial aspect of storytelling is helping donors understand what your organization does and showing how, or who, you’re helping. That’s a wrap!

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

A strategy will keep you on top of your marketing goals and tell you when to post your social media content for the highest impact. Clearly establishing your objectives will help you fine tune your ad’s details to meet your campaign’s goals. Use pictures with people in them for the highest engagement.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2024

Deciphering Key Questions It is equally as important to determine what to collect as it is to identify what we can stop giving our attention. Storytelling Storytelling has also become a prominent concept connected to data processes in philanthropy.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

After completing the research phase, you’ll work with your partner agency to identify clear key audiences, define the campaign’s goals, and build frameworks for tracking its performance. Then, pair those motivations with demographic descriptors to paint a more detailed picture of the audience your direct mail fundraising efforts will target.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2013

Check out my pinterest board “ Nonprofit Infographics.” Before you hire a designer, work with your in-house design or do it yourself, it is a good idea to identify the goal, audience, data, and key message that you to communicate. So you also need data visualization, marketing, and storytelling skills.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 22, 2014

In previous years, we called it our Digital Storytelling Challenge. Any charity anywhere in the world can send us a short video or five-picture Flickr slideshow that tells about their work and will be entered to win some cash prizes. Our story challenges get lots of attention. Please visit the site to view this video).

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

For this reason, your social media campaign must stand out so that it can attract the attention of the right people. On social media, storytelling is a powerful tool that can draw in people who have stumbled across your platform. Remember, a picture is worth a thousand words. Everyone loves a good story.

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Qgiv

JULY 27, 2021

Julia: My framework that I use with my clients is 80/20: 80% of your posts should be informative, educational, inspirational, helpful, valuable, shedding light on your programs, storytelling, etc. It builds that trust and earns their attention, so when you do have something to ask them, they’ll pay attention.

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NTEN

MAY 12, 2011

Given the attention that Data gets from the media, influencers, and the hill, we believe that every communications department is obligated to look closer at their data and how they are using it - and should be tapping into it to get work done towards your organizations goals. Focus their attention, and they'll get it.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 26, 2021

Then, craft physical and digital appeals that don’t compete with each other, but work together to create a comprehensive picture of your nonprofit. Social media platforms promote the use of posts that are brief and attention-grabbing. Unfortunately, online spaces are not always the best places for emotional storytelling.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

In the digital age, where most traditional storytelling is done over the Internet, attention spans are ever shrinking. National Library of Medicine put the average 2013 attention span at 8 seconds. Of that 8 second average attention span, I can assure you that my generation is on the lower end of that count.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 9, 2021

Just wanted to see if you were paying attention.). While big-picture concepting, co-collaborating, prototyping, and testing may be part of many traditional creative and design processes, we recognize that they oftentimes require more time, or money, than many organizations have at their disposal.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

This means more than just losing your employees’ attention at your All Hands meetings. Employee engagement is a major indicator of your organization’s overall health and effectiveness in achieving your goals. Unclear expectations, performance metrics, and goals. Impact storytelling. Lack of inclusivity and openness.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

Given the attention that Data gets from the media, influencers, and the hill, we believe that every communications department is obligated to look closer at their data and how they are using it - and should be tapping into it to get work done towards your organizations goals. Focus their attention, and they’ll get it.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 10, 2023

If you attend, be ready to pay attention and take good notes. The goal of the conference is not only to inspire attendees but to equip them with real solutions that they can bring back to their home organizations. While general admission is free, attendees would need to purchase a VIP Pass in order to obtain session recordings.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Your slogan should convey the value and vision of your event with only a few attention-grabbing words. Your event logo should do the same thing as your slogan but through pictures instead of words. Pictures are the perfect storytelling tool, and they will help your donors feel more connected to your cause. Keep it simple.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Whether you’re striving to make a difference in your community, protect the environment, or provide a lifeline to those in need, your storytelling ability can mean the difference between a thriving and well-funded program and one that falls flat. The Power of Storytelling in Fundraising Humans are meaning-making creatures.

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Care2

MAY 11, 2011

Diverse Goals. Road trips touch on so many different goals that organizations focus on that it’s hard to believe how few major nonprofits have embraced the road trip campaign strategy. With a bit of savvy planning, road-trips can be an innovative vehicle to align with your organization’s goals. Raising funds.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 10, 2009

That's the most important part of your presentation because you need to grab the audiences' attention. Andy is a master at storytelling. In his workshops, he offers the following formula for a storytelling based on Hollywood script writing: Introduce the central character. Widen the Lens: The bigger picture.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 3, 2013

Note from Beth: I made a personal goal for myself to get past my dislike of spreadsheets and become more fluent. Pay attention to what’s not there—your missing data. Pictures are worth a thousand words. Why get good at Excel? Collecting and using data is hard work! In this video, I explain how to insert a pivot table: Secret #3.

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Achieve

JULY 2, 2019

Creating an year-long strategy with clearly stated goals/. What are your goals? Once you’ve ironed out your timeline and key goals, it’s much easier to plan strategic campaigns and upcoming content calendars. . they do an amazing job of visual storytelling), @rainforestalliance. , @habitatforhumanity. , @aspca. ,

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

So how do we push past all that online noise and hold the attention of friends, family and even strangers in a world with constant distractions? Gather the troops and start brainstorming ways that you can grab the attention of supporters, bloggers and media. Your story should quickly grab the reader’s attention. 1: GET CREATIVE.

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Everyaction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

The program provides focused attention on key compliance issues for both private foundations and charitable organizations, plus practical walk-throughs of an IRS audit and an Attorney General Investigation. Nonprofit Storytelling Conference. Nonprofit Storytelling Conference. Fundraising & Grants. Jan 17 - 19. Apr 19 - 20.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 7, 2023

This will make you a more effective storyteller, help you create stronger CTAs, and make it more likely that you’ll hit your fundraising goals. Paint a Picture of Your Donor When you send a fundraising email, you’re not lobbing a story into the universe and hoping donors will give as a result. Here’s how to do it.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

Creating a website with your users at the center of your strategy will get their attention, keep their interest, and inspire more action. Make sure you remember your top three goals to include in key visual elements on your site using calls to action. Remember, your website is not just a pretty picture. Audience Analysis.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 5, 2021

It’s no secret that you have the opportunity to capitalize on the momentum #GivingTuesday to fundraise for your nonprofit: the challenge is what #GivingTuesday ideas and best practices will help your nonprofit capture attention? Campaign planning is the ideal way to ensure your campaign goals align with your organization’s goals.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Storytelling through Design Now, let’s dive into the heart of your campaign – storytelling. Strategic Use of Bullet Points: Bullet points can draw attention to key information (see?). With CauseVox, you have the flexibility to design and add to your campaign in a way that best suits your unique story and goals.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 2, 2023

By setting a tight deadline and a clear goal, you can encourage followers to act quickly and donate before the fundraiser ends. Storytelling on Instagram Start off by deciding how you want to represent your philanthropic group. Is there a moving video or picture that represents the mission statement well?

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

If you realize your communication strategy (which is a key component of any successful Giving Tuesday campaign) is what needs attention, the Nonprofit Communications Professionals Facebook group might help provide some insight and ideas. Giving Tuesday Campaign Ideas Peer-to-Peer Fundraising. You just need to get creative!

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CauseVox

MAY 11, 2021

The only true currency on social media is trust and attention, and the only way to get it is through valuable communication that is craved – that people would miss if it went away. Grab Attention. As a general rule, social media algorithms prioritize posts and tweets that receive a lot of discussion, engagement, and attention.

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sgEngage

JUNE 23, 2022

This insight will help you set a reasonable goal for your campaign. Establish and Manage Your Goals. Identify the overall goal—say $100,000—by breaking it into chunks. Your goal setting should include defined outcomes. Hone Your Storytelling Skills . Build Your Major Gifts Plan. Cultivate the Relationship.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The goal is to talk in an informal setting with no agenda so they’re comfortable sharing what they need. Boosting board member engagement takes constant attention and ongoing focus. During the orientation, present new board members with a certificate of service and take a picture to document the important moment.

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Top Nonprofits

JUNE 30, 2022

This is where graphic design enters the picture. If you need tips for creating compelling graphic designs to make your organization’s storytelling professional, poised, and poignant, keep reading! Tip #1: Define your goals. Tip #1: Define your goals. Images are powerful because they can communicate what words cannot.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Review your overall annual goal. Set a SMART goal for your campaign. Here are some questions your team can ask to help you reflect on last year’s results: What was our goal last year, and did we meet it? Review your overall annual goal. Is it time to set a stretch goal? Are you under your fundraising goal?

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

For example, out of the four following pictures, the bottom right makes the best thumbnail because it draws you in, even when displayed in tiny thumbnail size. Next, give your video an attention-getting title. Pay Attention to Watch Time. Mix Up Your Storytelling Methods. All that storytelling effort has paid off.

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