Candid

MARCH 22, 2022

The answer: tell an engaging story. But how exactly do you craft a story, and digital storytelling strategy, that will draw new supporters’ interest and spur your followers to act? In the video below, find four tips to do just that. I mean, so it's pretty, very important part of what an organization uses to tell a story.

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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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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Stories are powerful. It’s incredibly important for nonprofits to tell stories about their organization and the people they serve. Storytelling for nonprofits is an avenue to connect with donors and help them relate to your work. What is Nonprofit Storytelling? To that aim, there are two important terms to know.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Last week, I was honored to host a virtual roundtable for a small group of nonprofit marketing and communications executives on The Art of Storytelling & Brand Identity. Harold led an exercise that challenged us to find ways to be more intentional with our storytelling. Let people tell their own stories.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 25, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Power Up Your Content: Mastering the Art of Compelling Storytelling Discover the secrets of storytelling that make your nonprofit stand out! Learn how to create powerful, heartwarming content that draws in your audience and inspires them to support your cause like never before.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

For organizations that are trying to connect with their supporters, telling a compelling story is essential. Whether you’re planning an advocacy or fundraising campaign, using a storytelling framework to create your calls to action can help you make emotional connections with your audience and ultimately move them to act.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 12, 2022

Storytelling is an invaluable tool for non-profits. Telling great stories helps your non-profit get its message out into the world, connect with new audiences and motivate people to take action like making a donation. What is a Story? According to Dictionary.com , there are few definitions of a story.

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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. How To Identify and Build Your Nonprofit’s Story in 5 Steps. Map out the basic arc of your story.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 16, 2023

One way to differentiate your organization and drive greater giving is through the power of storytelling. Storytelling in Fundraising is a powerful tool that can help nonprofits connect with donors, inspire action, and create meaningful impact. People connect with stories that are relatable and personal. Make it Easy to Donate.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 18, 2022

When writing a story to raise money, an essential part of the story is a conflict. A problem or conflict in a story naturally builds a case for giving. However, many students and clients I work with compare their cause with others and doubt that they have a compelling enough conflict for a story.

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sgEngage

JULY 20, 2023

That’s why we recommend contextualizing your impact numbers with a powerful story. By sharing compelling stories that highlight the real-life transformations resulting from their work, your grantees can demonstrate the impact they have on their communities. That rings true when it comes to telling stories.

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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. Why Tell Stories in December. There are so many reasons why your non-profit should tell stories. Stories help you explain your theory of change in a clear, tangible way. The Future Story.

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Achieve

AUGUST 12, 2021

Here are the five tips we’ll explore: . Let’s dive into our first tip. volunteer fundraisers to brush up on your storytelling abilities. . Ask a volunteer to share a personal story from their time serving the organization, or ask one of your clients to share an example of how your organization has benefitted them.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

10 quick tips to craft a stellar nonprofit branding strategy Creating a stellar nonprofit branding strategy takes time and effort but is worth it in the long run. Here are some quick tips to get you started: Start by defining your brand identity. Tell your impact story. Be clear about your target audience. Be authentic.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JULY 8, 2021

Understand Your Audience. Take a look at those in your target audience. From there, identify and align variables like stories, voices, ask ladders, donation form appeals, and aesthetics that align best with each segment of your target audience. Embrace Storytelling. Your ability to tell stories is your superpower.

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CauseVox

MARCH 1, 2024

Let’s dive in and explore how creating donor personas can help us engage and resonate with our target audience better, so that in turn, we can create more impact in our areas of work. Social media platforms : help us gauge who and what our audience is engaging with. Pro Tip: It is really helpful (and fun!)

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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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The Storytelling Non-profit

OCTOBER 18, 2021

One of the tactics I frequently use is storytelling to increase awareness of a campaign (surprise, surprise). In this article I’m going to break down the role stories play in marketing a year-end fundraising campaign, what kinds of stories to tell, and how to share those stories. The story communicates a problem.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

MARCH 7, 2022

Story arcs play an important role in non-profit narrative development. We often place a lot of emphasis on individual stories and use those individual stories in fundraising and communications. Why Non-Profits Need to Think in Story Arcs. Over time, a season in the case of a TV show, a story arc reveals itself.

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

As you quickly grow and engage your audience , it can be easy to lose track of your campaign plan. Leverage storytelling to build a base. Be clear on: Your target audience. Where does your target audience spend their time online? Leverage storytelling to build a base. Rely on established relationships.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

You can read more about small-dollar fundraising in our blog post below: Fundraising The Power of Small Donations: Why They Should Matter To Your Nonprofit 8 min read Read Now 8 Expert Grassroots Fundraising and Advocacy Tips Is your nonprofit organization trying to motivate your current list to get involved on a grassroots level?

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Nonprofits Source

JULY 26, 2023

To connect with your audience and motivate them to give through text-to-give , your nonprofit needs to go beyond sending your supporters a “Please Donate!” Use Storytelling With all the competing modes of communication from other brands that want your supporters’ attention, what makes your nonprofit’s communications stand out?

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Reach your audience Audience is key. Think about your target audience and what they would be interested in. For instance, a Humane Society’s audience would visit their blog expecting to see things like tips for keeping dogs cool in the summer and recipes for dog treats. Use it to tell your story.

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Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2022

If you’re venturing into nonprofit video production for the first time, here are four expert tips for how to leverage educational videos to inspire action and create an engaging experience for viewers. Get to know your audience. The style, tone, and core message of your explainer video should be dependent on your target audience.

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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. Generating compelling stories is no longer a luxury or a choice for nonprofits. Select Your Audience.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Storytelling and social media – these terms have certainly been thrown around a lot this year! Great storytelling and successful social media campaigns are completely interconnected. You can collect fantastic, compelling stories, but if no one hears or sees them, they fall flat. Your employees have great stories to share!

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Storytelling That Illustrates Your Mission and What Donations Will Fund You’ll use storytelling in your annual appeal letter, and it will reinforce the rest of the activities in the overall campaign. Tips for Writing a Great Annual Appeal Here are some practical tips for writing a great appeal for your annual campaign.

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sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2022

Segment your audience . Focus on impact storytelling . They believe direct mail is better at telling a touching story and conveying facts than digital methods. The tips that we’ll discuss next are applicable to both print and virtual communication. . Tip #1: Personalize all appeals .

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 23, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore some effective strategies and tips for nonprofit leaders to leverage social media for fundraising and make a lasting impact on their cause. Understand Your Audience Before you start drafting your first tweet or Facebook post, you need to understand who your audience is and what they care about.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2024

These partnerships with businesses corporations can help both you and your for-profit partners widen your audiences while providing extra financial support for your mission. Master the art of nonprofit storytelling Storytelling is an essential tool for nonprofits, and its importance continues to grow year after year.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Storytelling is the currency of fundraising. In the digital environment of email, social media, and mobile, we can use storytelling in innovative ways to inspire supporters and donors — and raise more money. Photos, videos, selfies, and personal stories allow us to embed emotional content in fundraising campaigns.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 25, 2024

Tips on how to write compelling auction item descriptions: 1. For example, let’s say that your auction event attracts an audience of individuals drawn to trips and travel. Incorporate Storytelling There’s no doubt that stories are powerful and evocative—we have plenty of books, movies, and TV shows as proof of that.

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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. In this guide, we’ll provide four tips for marketing your animal-related nonprofit. Tell the story of those impacted by your organization. Problem solve.

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Top Nonprofits

JUNE 30, 2022

Every nonprofit, from the Gates Foundation to a startup organization that operates out of a garage, has a story. This story is the most powerful tool you have in your arsenal to get people to support your cause. They can not only fortify your brand identity, but they can also communicate to your audience in a meaningful way.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Some assume direct mail is ineffective today and that younger audiences don’t want to receive it. As you plan your direct mail donor acquisition campaign, keep the following tips in mind. People often—and understandably—assume that older donors are the only audience to engage with direct mail. ABC (Always Be Consistent!)

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. She regularly provides useful tips and resources to the nonprofit sector through her blog, #501SocialBlog. For most of these users, it’s Instagram Stories. .

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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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