Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Focus on selling – Judge ads by sales results, not awards. Repeat what works – Keep using effective stories, calls to action, and emotional appeals. A charity combating homelessness should feature stories of providing shelter, not just cute mascots. Show how gifts further the outcomes step-by-step.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Use compelling photos and video. The landing page is not the place to talk about your newest board member’s qualifications, awards you’ve won, or how long you’ve been around. When the donor clicks through to the donation page, a call to action should be prominent like “Your gift helps us feed the homeless!” Update your blog.

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Qgiv

APRIL 4, 2023

Share volunteer stories During Volunteer Month, sharing your volunteer stories is a great way to recognize your volunteers’ work and passion for your mission. Share these stories on social media to spread the work and publicly recognize the work that your volunteers are doing!

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

The DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is back and calling for your best 2011 nonprofit videos! Did your organization create impactful videos in 2011? Do you want your organization to be recognized for making great videos and maybe win some incredible prizes? Organizations are more video savvy than ever.

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See3

MARCH 3, 2008

It is from our friends at Witness promoting their human rights video hub. You can see more great nonprofit videos at DoGooderTV. Recent Posts 5 Questions to Evaluate Your Nonprofit Video ROI Enter the 2010 Tagline Awards Today! Make a Google Search Story Video in Under 5 Minutes Ready for Another Video Contest?

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 29, 2023

Leverage video. According to NXUnite , “Videos give you the opportunity to tell your story in your own words, using compelling imagery and footage to explain your mission and impact.” Videos can help break up long speeches or presentations, demonstrate the human aspect of your mission, and evoke emotions in your attendees.

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Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2021

Are you using video and/or compelling images to tell relevant stories? . Develop a written plan to promote your online appeals, blog posts, videos, and other digital content. Even sharing simple videos drives interactions and can increase the odds someone will engage with your content from 20% to 80%. .

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See3

JANUARY 15, 2008

Nonprofit organizations are encouraged to submit their videos to the contest, hosted on DoGooderTV , the video sharing platform for nonprofits. The winner will be awarded an all-expense paid trip to the 2009 NTC to be held in San Francisco. This video has been viewed over 1.5 Case Soup: Nonprofit Video Secrets Revealed!

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Tech Soup

MAY 14, 2013

RSVP now for TechSoup's fourth annual Digital Storytelling Screening and Awards Party on Tuesday, May 28 at 7 p.m. Pacific time at PARISOMA — and join us in celebration of the many powerful digital story submissions that came to us from all over the world! Featured Appearances.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 30, 2013

We have so many wonderful stories rolling in! But what good is a digital story if it’s not shared? You spent time and talent on creating your video or picture slide show, now we invite you to show it off! In addition to our expert judges selecting top stories , we are awarding a community choice prize as voted on by YOU!

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CauseVox

JANUARY 23, 2024

From campaign inspiration to team details, achievements, and the communities you serve, it’s a comprehensive look at your story. Incentivize fundraisers by awarding the top fundraisers and teams with monetary prizes, merch or other perks. FAQ Page: Ever had burning questions about a cause?

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Pamela Grow

MAY 25, 2023

Tell the story of a local college student who was supported by your organization’s scholarship program or a long-time community resident who received aid from your nonprofit after a devastating flood. Be sure to include images and videos of your beneficiaries so prospective participants can get to know the people who they will be supporting.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 4, 2023

Use stories from your volunteers to inform your current donors of volunteer opportunities that help them stay connected with your cause. After your volunteers have finished their duties, send them a thank-you letter or video to personally show your gratitude. Increases in donor engagement. Provides valuable data from volunteers.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Second, year-end giving gives nonprofits an opportunity to use a big chunk of their resources to meet their annual fundraising goals, and it gives donors a last chance to get a tax-deductible gift out the door. Will you have partner or major donor support through a matching gift? How has COVID impacted your organization?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 8, 2018

Whiteboard of love – written praise for staff accomplishments, Reserved parking space awarded to an employee each month who had done a great job. Ritual of staff praise at meetings or monthly award, not just a raise. Gift exchanges or potluck not during the holidays. Mission moments – photos, videos, make them visible.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 9, 2021

So when I’m talking about giving generously, board members need to make their own personal gift. Then around being an advocate, share their personal stories. I’m elevating the story each time, you know how we exaggerate. I may drop off a gift. I do not believe that that is an antiquated notion. not a jet.

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See3

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

Sure they do, but so does an engaging story. I was thinking about this when I saw this video, Pancake Man. So, don’t stress about production quality as much as think about story and how you will get the views to engage with your story. Case Soup: Nonprofit Video Secrets Revealed! Be creative!

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Tech Soup

MAY 7, 2013

We have so many wonderful stories rolling in! But what good is a digital story if it's not shared? You spent time and talent on creating your video or picture slide show, now we invite you to show it off! In addition to our expert judges selecting top stories , we are awarding a community choice prize as voted on by YOU!

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See3

JULY 17, 2007

Home • About Us Mission Team News Partners Careers • Services Overview Interactive Marketing Video Web Design and Development • Clients Clients List Client Login • Resources Overview Events YouTube for Nonprofits Guide to Online Video Video FAQs Our Blog • Contact POSTED BY Michael Hoffman JUL 17, 2007 I love this video.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 3, 2011

Now, at just 23 years old, Maggie’s work has been featured in the New York Times, and her remarkable story has earned her the DoSomething & CosmoGirl awards. Please share the stories, insights, and lessons on the heartspace wall. And now I hope you’ll join me! To Mama With Love is an open, community campaign.

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See3

MARCH 18, 2008

It is not easy getting video out and it certainly has to be dangerous even to shoot it. It is not easy getting video out and it certainly has to be dangerous even to shoot it. You can learn more about this video at The Hub , which is Witness’ site for human right video. Case Soup: Nonprofit Video Secrets Revealed!

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See3

FEBRUARY 13, 2008

Recent Posts 5 Questions to Evaluate Your Nonprofit Video ROI Enter the 2010 Tagline Awards Today! Make a Google Search Story Video in Under 5 Minutes Ready for Another Video Contest? Case Soup: Nonprofit Video Secrets Revealed!

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See3

FEBRUARY 27, 2008

Danny is a producer, director and editor whose films have aired on PBS, HBO and A&E and have been nominated for an Academy Award and national Emmy Awards. net and tell us how you might use video (for example, do you have a campaign coming up, are you redesigning your website and want to include video, and so on).

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 8, 2013

How Not to Choose a Donor Database Wednesday, November 13, 11:00 am PT: When Your Clients Tell the Story of Your Impact Thursday, November 14, 11:00 am PT Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: Meet Your Funders Where They Are Friday, November 15, 11:00 am PT: Introduction to User-Centered Design Craving some in-person interaction with fellow NTEN members?

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See3

NOVEMBER 2, 2007

He is showing video and talking about how, for them, it is all about stories. They invite people to tell them stories in something they call X-Interviews. “Just a white wall, cheap video camera, tripod and a blue tooth microphone for good sound.&# Here’s the video he showed.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Will there be matching gifts? Social media posts (including SnapChats, Instagram Stories, and Facebook Live videos). Matching Gifts. Your Gift Today Gives More. We have a gift for you. Beginning of the Year-End Matching gift campaign. Follow up every gift with a ‘thank you’. Email sends.

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See3

SEPTEMBER 24, 2007

Our friend Alia McKee from Sea Change Strategies wrote a blog post about nonprofits using video and gave some great examples. We worked with Alia when she was at Donordigital on videos with Amnesty International. The latest nonprofit consultant/professional talking about video was Tom Belford from The Agitator blog. minutes. *

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

How Not to Choose a Donor Database Wednesday, November 13, 11:00 am PT: When Your Clients Tell the Story of Your Impact Thursday, November 14, 11:00 am PT: Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: Meet Your Funders Where They Are Friday, November 15, 11:00 am PT: Introduction to User-Centered Design Craving some in-person interaction with fellow NTEN Members?

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See3

SEPTEMBER 7, 2007

It seems to me that the emails from MoveOn are increasingly including links to video. In fact, I think the video thing is crowding out the older more traditional asks to give money or send a note to Congress. Recent Posts 5 Questions to Evaluate Your Nonprofit Video ROI Enter the 2010 Tagline Awards Today!

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

Thinking of shopping, maybe before the end of the year, all kinds of videos and stuff that you can check out. We help you all tell your story to the masses and raise more funds faster. That’s kind of a part of my story. However, my story didn’t end there, and I want to kind of quickly tell you what happened next.

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See3

FEBRUARY 25, 2008

It shows that it’s not just nonprofits who are getting into the online video game, but also government. It is really making fun of this investment in video and while certainly they can’t compete on YouTube views, I think there is very good reason for our government to extend their PR work to web video. I Got a Crush.

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See3

JANUARY 23, 2008

They are no strangers to using video either. They have had video contests, and have made lots of 30-second spots. Eli Pariser, the Executive Director of MoveOn.org Political Action did a direct response video. It came in an email with a little text and a large screen shot of a video player window.

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See3

FEBRUARY 24, 2008

Home • About Us Mission Team News Partners Careers • Services Overview Interactive Marketing Video Web Design and Development • Clients Clients List Client Login • Resources Overview Events YouTube for Nonprofits Guide to Online Video Video FAQs Our Blog • Contact POSTED BY Michael Hoffman FEB 24, 2008 Does the sun shine out your ars?

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See3

NOVEMBER 26, 2007

They understand that an organization, or a campaign, must tell a story to build an audience, and then activate that audience with a compelling call to action. They understand that video is a critical communications tool in creating that narrative, especially online, and they strategically incorporate video onto their web pages.

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See3

OCTOBER 7, 2007

95% reporting they had watched an online video over the previous three months. Video is the most compelling content online. Video is the most popular content online. Video is what your nonprofit needs to be doing. Share and Enjoy: 2 Comments comment advertising » Nonprofit Video – Going mainstream [.]

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Similar to photographs, videos are also an essential design element for your website. Studies show that 57% of people who watch nonprofit videos go on to make a donation. And while it may seem costly to produce videos , you don’t need to hire a professional film crew when you have a smartphone.

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See3

SEPTEMBER 1, 2008

Recent Posts 5 Questions to Evaluate Your Nonprofit Video ROI Enter the 2010 Tagline Awards Today! Make a Google Search Story Video in Under 5 Minutes Ready for Another Video Contest? Case Soup: Nonprofit Video Secrets Revealed!

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