Candid

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether you’re looking to brush up on best practices for annual appeals, boost your fundraising game on social media this GivingTuesday , or build expert storytelling skills to win over supporters this giving season and beyond, we’ve got you covered with this list of 12 free nonprofit books. From So What? To So Funded!

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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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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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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Coming out with your brand ahead of the mission is a great way to lose the attention of supporters. Storytelling: Don’t fall back on brand reliance. The cultural pulse changes over time and so too must your storytelling strategy. Placing a value on efficiency will translate to greater mission outcomes.

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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. It engages their minds and their hearts by appealing to both their intellect and emotions. Storytelling is a skill. Storytelling is a powerful tool. It helps them relax.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 20, 2018

That’s where we, as nonprofit storytellers, need to begin. These are the questions you should keep in the back of your mind when crafting your story from scratch—especially if it’s an original, untold story. Some argue that the average human attention span is a mere eight seconds, so you have to make your words count!

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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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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 7, 2015

We started with mindfulness from Chris Block, improvisation from David Havens , and Heather and I co-facilitated a session on networks. Expect a few blog posts from me on these topics, but in this post I’d like to reflect on what I learned about mindfulness lead by Chris Block , CEO of American Leadership Forum in Silicon.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Next, let’s talk about some storytelling strategies to help you maximize your giving. I’ve also seen emails with this kind of storytelling where CEOs or EDs will lay out goals for the next year and tell stories about why the goals will make a difference. If you sound like a broken record in your mind, you’re likely on the right track.

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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. We ask for money, time, attention, and trust.

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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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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. posted by Chris Giarratana Digital Strategy Consultant. Evaluate your Campaign.

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

Phone Calling legislators can be a very effective way of bringing their attention to an issue or cause, and flooding phone lines with thousands of concerned constituent calls means you become essentially impossible to ignore.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 6, 2024

My own site, where I regularly publish the best examples in nonprofit storytelling and donor communications (including both email and direct mail). Mark Phillips One of the most brilliant minds in individual giving today, Mark always cuts to the heart of the matter. and publishes his blog at Queer Ideas. PamelaGrow.com.

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Resource Newsletter Case Study Nonprofit 98

Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

This is where the art and science of effective storytelling comes in. You want to draw attention to the great work you’re doing (since it’s such a key part of remaining socially and economically sustainable). Increasingly, Nonprofits are Turning to Video for Storytelling. They embraced the power of video storytelling to do it.

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Story Social Storytelling Case Study 98

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2021

By Laura Bucher , Storyteller at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. That said, the number of businesses fighting for their attention in their inboxes and on their news feeds may have left them feeling a bit fatigued. Not to worry.

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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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Bloomerang

JULY 20, 2021

Making sure you pick a fundraising event theme that sparks their interest and holds their attention is important. Keep in mind it is just as important to look at what people don’t like as it is to look at what people do like. Here’s how you can go about picking your fundraising event theme. . Step 1: Consider your goals.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 25, 2022

Storytelling is a tactic that many non-profit organizations use in order to create empathy between the donors and the project, and to also share the results of their contributions. Keep in mind these tips and engage with your donors. You could try using a creative opening, such as leading with a story.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Utilize storytelling in your communications. Utilize storytelling in your communications You have probably heard this advice before but it’s not always clear exactly how you actually achieve it. Storytelling is important because it helps your audience better understand and connect with the work you’re doing. Let’s dive in!

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 30, 2022

Utilize storytelling in your communications. Utilize storytelling in your communications You have probably heard this advice before but it’s not always clear exactly how you actually achieve it. Storytelling is important because it helps your audience better understand and connect with the work you’re doing. Let’s dive in!

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Communication Strategy Storytelling Social Media 52

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. It engages their minds and their hearts by appealing to both their intellect and emotions. Storytelling is a skill. Storytelling is a powerful tool.

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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. It engages their minds and their hearts by appealing to both their intellect and emotions. Storytelling is a skill. Storytelling is a powerful tool.

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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. Now add a layer in your mind showing the people represented in those circles and lines. Storytelling Storytelling has also become a prominent concept connected to data processes in philanthropy.

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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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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Leverage Multiple Marketing Channels If you want to attract the attention of as many supporters as possible, develop a multichannel marketing strategy. For instance, a rescue group might say, “Puppies like Luna are often found on the streets, emaciated and in dire need of medical attention. Show impact and results.

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Marketing Tips Influence Nonprofit 52

sgEngage

OCTOBER 11, 2023

If you’re like every nonprofit on the planet, you’ve got one thing on your mind: acquiring new donors! A smart online donation form is more likely to retain potential donors’ attention and encourage them to complete the process. It can be even more challenging when you’ve hit a wall in your acquisition efforts.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

We tried all sorts of things to get attention and see how far we could push the boundaries. And in a world where there’s constant demand for attention, and it’s easy to get distracted, taking the time to hone your learning skills makes a lot of sense. And we learned fast. We didn’t stop trying. But we tried differently.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 12, 2023

And beyond that, you can expand your reach to find even more like-minded people who would resonate with your mission and be interested in supporting your organization. Knowing the answers to these questions can help you create content and social media that attracts people’s attention and draws new donors to your website.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Your NGO can use a variety of compelling storytelling methods to share your history with your supporters. Use microblogs and trustworthy platforms to drive attention to your website and social media pages. Social media is such a visual platform, and videos and photos attract more attention than text.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 5, 2022

You’ll also want to strategically use bolding or italics to call extra attention to key points in your letter. So, always keep in mind these tips and get positive results by sending your best fundraising letters after following this step-by-step fundraising advice! Want to see some examples of high performing fundraising letters?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 4, 2017

2: Use Transmedia Storytelling to Share Stories That Inspires InspireAction. The amazing story telling went viral – bringing a lot of attention and donations to the nonprofit, but also helped Hank find a forever home. Good storytelling is a key skill for your social media team and strategy. What to do?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Using a tool like Animato can make it easy for your nonprofit to create DYI videos, but to be successful you need to develop a strategy and use compelling storytelling. Jane Goodall Institute: Storytelling on Facebook and beyond with square videos. However, storytelling isn’t enough. It should be.

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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. It engages their minds and their hearts by appealing to both their intellect and emotions. Storytelling is a skill. Storytelling is a powerful tool. It helps them relax.

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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. Using your brand colors can also help attract attention from people who may be already familiar with your organization and increase your brand visibility online. Use catchy words to grab the reader’s attention.

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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. It engages their minds and their hearts by appealing to both their intellect and emotions. Storytelling is a skill. Storytelling is a powerful tool.

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