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Making a Great Story into a Powerful Fundraising Story

Bloomerang

We’ve all heard how important stories are to fundraising communications. But how do you actually pick a great story? And more importantly, how do you take a great story and turn it into a great fundraising story? . To have a great fundraising story, you need a few key things. You need one person. .

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Parenting With A Story

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Growing up in the 1960''s sometimes my parents would say to me, "now, don''t tell stories," heading off what they anticipated might be an untruthful account of events. Truthful stories, of course. Stories demand attention of listeners. Stories demand attention of listeners. Stories inspire. Stories are contagious.

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The Mother-Led Movement to Save Our Kids’ Climate

Saleforce Nonprofit

I believe that our children’s generation is key to creating lasting change in equality, justice, climate change, and human rights. It’s the gift of having my children teach me that everyday actions can make a world of difference. Children are teaching their parents that everyday actions can make a world of difference.

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Q&A With Best Selling Author And Expert Storyteller, Paul Smith

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Paul Smith Paul Smith's book, Lead with a Story , is one of the top 10 books I recommend every leader should read. 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. Any surprises? Any surprises?

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5 Tips for a Winning Email Marketing Strategy

Saleforce Nonprofit

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. The stories of Riley kids, Caiden, Caroline and Harry (featured above) were shared across digital channels, resulting in a 19% increase in campaign performance.

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Highlights from the Salesforce.org Nonprofit Summit

Saleforce Nonprofit

Those who tuned in to the virtual event were treated to conversations with some incredible headliners, and heard nonprofit customers share their technology impact stories. . About the Author. Salesforce.org’s second annual Nonprofit Summit, held earlier this month, attracted over 6,500 attendees from 100 countries. Watch On Demand.

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Crafting a Stellar Nonprofit Branding Strategy: 10 Quick Tips 

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Tell your impact story. Share your organization’s story in a compelling and inspiring way. Make-A-Wish Foundation is a nonprofit that grants wishes to children with critical illnesses. Your branding should be reflected in all your communications, from your website and social media pages to your print materials and events.

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