Tech Soup

AUGUST 5, 2014

TechSoup is committed to helping nonprofits build their storytelling capacity. For the past four years, we have been amazed and inspired by the storytelling created by our members. Our webinars will cover how to create impact stories, super-short storytelling and how to get your story noticed. 2013 Challenge. 2012 Challenge.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 21, 2012

The TechSoup Digital Storytelling Challenge , powered by Lights.Camera.Help. asked social benefit organizations for their best photos and videos and in return shared a month’s worth of educational events. The collected digital storytelling event recaps can all be found here. Tools for Digital Storytelling.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Popular activities include: Photo booth area aligned with your theme that allows guests to create buzz and share as a memory on social media. Challenges and Benefits Common Challenges Logistics: Coordinating caterers, entertainment,decorations, and volunteers can be complex. Focus on storytelling. Set realistic goals.

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Neon CRM

JULY 13, 2023

How Does Social Media Benefit Nonprofits on GivingTuesday? Launch a Storytelling Campaign Studies have proven that storytelling is much more effective than fact-sharing alone. That’s direct scientific proof that storytelling is the way to go when we want to engage and inspire people on GivingTuesday and beyond.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 25, 2022

It also has universal name recognition, and any business (your nonprofit included) should have a Facebook page — if not for the many networking, informational, and communication benefits, then at least to show that your organization has legitimacy. Prioritize posting photos or short videos with succinct captions over very lengthy updates.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

TechSoup invites you or your organization to participate in the 2012 TechSoup Digital Storytelling Challenge ! This challenge is open to all international social benefit organizations regardless of status or location, and your finished product is yours to keep and use! Here's last year's Digital Storytelling Challenge winner:

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Tech Soup

MAY 28, 2013

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. This year, we received more than 135 total submissions from social benefit organizations from far and wide! " First Place Photo.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

MARCH 7, 2022

As a non-profit professional, it’s essential to come out of the weeds of individual storytelling so that you can be strategic with what you tell your audience over time. There are many kinds of content you could use in your story arc from individual stories, videos, photos, quotes, explainers, interviews, and so on.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 6, 2011

Storytelling has gone digital. Get the tools to produce high-quality photos and video that showcase your library's work. Our Digital Storytelling Event will begin January 13 and includes webinars, discussions, and a contest to show your work and win prizes. Check out the winning entries from our previous challenge.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 7, 2012

Advances in technology now mean that many nonprofits most likely have access to basic video storytelling tools. Mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, can be really powerful storytelling tools. The tweet chat was held one day before the official launch of the TechSoup Digital Storytelling Challenge (TSDigs).

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

Your nonprofit can have your best year-end campaign by incorporating data-driven planning, tapping into overlooked segments, crafting impactful storytelling strategies, maximizing digital fundraising channels, and cultivating donor fundraising and stewardship throughout the year. Keep reading to find out more! #1 We can help. #2

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

What are the benefits of using Facebook Ads for nonprofits? What are the benefits of using Facebook Ads for nonprofits? What are the benefits of using Facebook Ads for nonprofits? There are many benefits to using Facebook Ads for nonprofits. Photo Ads Photo ads are one of the most common types of promotion on Facebook.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 30, 2018

Flickr Photo by Rex Hammock. Note from Beth: Digital storytelling is key to fundraising success, but using a storytelling lens in your organization can have further benefit of busting organizational silos. Fortunately, storytelling busts silos. To be fair, silos do exist for a reason, and do have their benefits.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 28, 2023

Providing educational materials, workshops, or seminars on estate planning and the benefits of making a planned gift, in person and via online video, is crucial. These stories, preferably with a photo of the donors, can inspire and encourage other aging donors to consider making a planned gift.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

Using an online platform, set each volunteer up with their own campaign page , which they can personalize with a photo and description of their connection with your cause. As you create marketing content, use storytelling strategies. Volunteers share their campaign pages with friends, family, and the rest of their personal networks.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 21, 2009

You may have heard about TechSoup's Digital Storytelling Online Event that's been going on all month. We received over 100 submissions from nonprofits and libraries around the country (and world) who've shared their digital stories in video , photo , and GoldMail formats for the Digital Storytelling Challenge!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 23, 2014

Here’s the basics if you are getting the C-Suite up to speed: Instagram is a free application for iPhone or Android that lets people take photos, apply filters to change the look of the photos and then share them. It is superb for visual storytelling about your organization, its stakeholders, and results.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Incorporate compelling visuals, such as event photos or promotional graphics, to capture attention. Provide clear event details, including ticket prices and benefits, to encourage immediate action. With other local nonprofit groups, a mutual aid relationship might benefit both parties. Emotional connections drive ticket sales.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 17, 2019

Be more strategic : one major benefit of a social media calendar is that it allows you to think more strategically about your posts. It’s useful to have your photos and links (to your website, a blog post, a news article etc) ready in a folder or folders so that when you want to schedule new posts, it’s easy to access the content.

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AFP Blog

APRIL 9, 2012

Meet the Winners of the 2012 Digital Storytelling Challenge! : The 2012 Digital Storytelling Challenge was a great success, with more than 250 total submissions from social benefit organizations in 24 countries! We were impressed with the quality of the photo slideshows and videos, and all the hard work that went into them.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Video storytelling: Emotionally compelling videos showcasing your organization’s impact can help humanize your cause by showing the real people behind your organization’s efforts. It allows organizations to benefit from the collaborative efforts of other nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 6, 2013

Share Stories, Photos, and Videos from Events. For nonprofits that have staff members or volunteers in the field, definitely encourage them to send in reports with photos for blog posts. Be sure to insert and bold the questions in the blog post, keep answers limited to two or three paragraphs, and always include the expert’s photo.

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Achieve

AUGUST 18, 2023

Come up with a catchy title for each item, ensure your descriptions are skimmable, and add relevant photos. Videos are more engaging than text or images alone, hold supporters’ attention for longer, and provide a multimedia storytelling experience. Choose a high-definition, well-composed photo as the base of your eCard.

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Achieve

AUGUST 12, 2021

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. Communicate with your audience by showing engaging photos of your work or a testimonial.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Emphasize the benefits. Building a legacy, making a meaningful tribute for a loved one, and valuable tax benefits are the primary motivators to focus on. Remember, storytelling is a powerful way to share your message. This can naturally generate an avoidance response in many donors. Instead, keep the focus on legacy-building.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 13, 2021

Include details on how a nonprofit has shaped your life, share photos of yourself volunteering, encourage others to get involved, and more! Learn more about getting others interested in your mission by downloading our free Nonprofit Storytelling eBook.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

The use of telling stories through photos has also been discussed here various times, with tips on different photo-sharing and slideshow tools discussed. You don't need a professional videographer or even a professional grade camera to capture video or photos. These stories don't need to be fancy or expensive. read more.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2023

Highlight the impact and benefit that comes along with supporting your worthy cause. Include a Photo or Video If you don’t have a relevant photo of you to share, consider making a video about why this cause matters to you. Why should they care? Then state why your potential supporter should care. Say Thanks!

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Tech Soup

MARCH 25, 2013

To kick off TechSoup's 2013 Digital Storytelling Challenge , we have compiled apps to help you showcase your organization in action. Also, make sure to follow TechSoup's Online Community Coordinator, Alexandra Bezdikian, as she tests the digital storytelling tools of the trade. Liveblogging, Curation, and Social Media.

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

To take your donation page to the next level, use these top strategies: Leverage storytelling: New site visitors might not feel completely sold on whether they should give to your organization. To illustrate your nonprofit’s impact and demonstrate how donations will be used, highlight a brief story at the top of your donation page.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2022

In-person events like galas, benefits, and dinner parties are formal fundraisers, and a great way to celebrate your organization’s achievements, connect with supporters, and raise funds. For events like galas and benefits, there is usually a set program with speakers, and most often an honoree, who is a committed supporter of the mission. .

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Include photos of the donors or the company logo whenever possible. In both social media profiles his publications are mostly about charity: water, including anecdotes about the team, photos from the field and retweets from the official charity: water account. Harness the Power of Storytelling. Harrison has over 61.5k

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

Visual storytelling through images and videos from the field helps make the crisis tangible and show donors their dollars at work. With such clear benefits, it’s evident why converting as many emergency donors as possible to monthly giving should be a top priority. This builds a connection.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

Share Stories, Photos, and Videos from Events. For nonprofits that have staff members or volunteers in the field, definitely encourage them to send in reports with photos for blog posts. Be sure to insert and bold the questions in the blog post, keep answers limited to two or three paragraphs, and always include the expert’s photo.

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Forum One

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Selecting photos for your brand in a deliberate and thoughtful way makes your organization more inclusive. Every day, we constantly see photos of people—in social media, on websites, on television, in advertisements, in print, and in our daily environment. Tips for choosing inclusive photos.

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Qgiv

APRIL 28, 2021

Nonprofit Storytelling Conference. If you’re looking for a smaller event with a more specific focus, you may want to check out the Nonprofit Storytelling Conference! Fundraisers who leave the Nonprofit Storytelling Conference leave inspired by the sessions and other attendees alike. Click here to learn more about NTC 2021.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 8, 2012

If you are ready to jump in and want to maximize your personal profile for the benefit of your nonprofit, then be sure to: Enter a brief introduction about yourself and your bragging rights. Upload your nonprofit’s avatar as one (or all five) of your featured profile photos. Photos and slideshows. Powerful stats.

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