Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 5, 2016

It has been almost exactly four years since I published Measuring the Networked Nonprofit: Using Data to Change the World , with co-author, Katie Paine. Back then, not many nonprofits were talking or practicing the use of measurement and data to improve nonprofit results. Appreciable – smaller goals contribute to a bigger objective.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 25, 2014

Are you ready to join a global, Storytelling conversation on Twitter at #Storymakers2014 spanning the globe from India, Libya, Kenya across Europe, Canada and the United States. Topic: AWESOME Digital Storytelling case studies. Topic: Mobile tools and platforms for telling your story. Topic: Tools for Storytelling.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 14, 2015

He’s the writing whiz for WonderWe —a crowdfunding social network that provides free viral tools for non-profits to fundraise, recruit and measure impact like a pro. We’ll check out some case studies, hear stories from nonprofits who have successfully crowdfunded and get you tools you need to start your first campaign.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 14, 2015

He’s the writing whiz for WonderWe —a crowdfunding social network that provides free viral tools for non-profits to fundraise, recruit and measure impact like a pro. We’ll check out some case studies, hear stories from nonprofits who have successfully crowdfunded and get you tools you need to start your first campaign.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Repeat what works – Keep using effective stories, calls to action, and emotional appeals. Learn from direct response – Study annual appeals, door knocking, and other methods that inspire immediate action. A charity combating homelessness should feature stories of providing shelter, not just cute mascots.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

Note from Beth : As I’m sprinting to towards the deadline of my next book on Measurement and Networked Nonprofits , co-authoring with the goddess of measurement, KD Paine , I’m grateful to have some terrific guest posts like this one from Simon Mainwaring. Here’s how a non-profit effectively combines them both.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Consider incorporating these strategies into your preliminary concepts for the campaign: Leverage storytelling. Take advantage of that personal touch by adding a story designed to strengthen your connection with donors even more. Choose impactful visuals. Finalize the concept design.

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DNL OmniMedia

AUGUST 25, 2021

That’s where nonprofit storytelling comes into play. Crafting a strong narrative that explains your mission, why it’s so crucial, and how donors and volunteers can help is key in making a case for supporting your nonprofit. How To Identify and Build Your Nonprofit’s Story in 5 Steps. Map out the basic arc of your story.

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 28, 2013

If you’re going to the BBCON 2013 Conference starting September 29 th , you should expect a great conference filled some of my favorite nonprofits and campaigners who will be sharing their insights in email marketing, storytelling via multiple channels, and social media wins and fails. Dr. Seuss Helps You Rock Digital Storytelling.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 24, 2012

Just like message consistency, storytelling, and interviewing skills, proficiency with social media like Facebook and Twitter increases their capacity to make change happen for children in their state. Solicit and share stories. I’m working in partnership with Spitfire Strategies. Assessment Framework and Theory of Change.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 3, 2009

amyrsward storytelling! from the organization, from supporters, from those served - telling stories in rich, authentic ways. One question about the Red Cross case study: What are the measure of success? (among many other awesome examples & possibilities).

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 14, 2012

We've compiled a list of resources including articles, blog posts, webinars, and case studies on best social media practices from our global network. Here are three tools to measure audience engagement on social media. Here are three tools to measure audience engagement on social media. TechSoup.org.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

The most important thing to remember is that being successful, especially with ads, depends on using measurement and metrics to learn as Taryn’s point number for suggests. Note From Beth: Here’s some quick tips on using Facebook Ads. Above all else, authenticity always wins.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 14, 2009

Google Earth Outreach from Rebecca Moore: Google’s mapping tools may seem like an obscure tool to use in your work but these aren’t traditional maps: the new generation of mapping technology is fully interactive, enables storytelling, and more. (Did Read the full case study here. Link to things that can be measured.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 14, 2012

We've compiled a list of resources including articles, blog posts, webinars, and case studies on best social media practices from our global network. Here are three tools to measure audience engagement on social media. Here are three tools to measure audience engagement on social media. TechSoup.org. Connecting Up.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 1, 2014

myself and my colleagues got to hear your stories. pushing the boundaries of what health IT can be and do; and hundreds upon hundreds more stories! In a given week, my peers and I are: using e-marketing tools to write more personalized, relevant messages and stories. engaging in digital storytelling. Online Testing.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 11, 2008

Jeremiah Owyang posted this case study about how they used YouTube and Flickr to share their media and encouraged the community to create content. How will you measure your success? The Art of Storytelling. What are the best practices for telling your organization's story? What type of stories do you need to tell?

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Care2

MAY 15, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Read the full case study here.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 9, 2007

I always try to incorporate new learnings and observations that I've discovered from the many interviews I do on my blog, resources discovered, and stories. I also like to practice my storytelling skills. How might you measure it? I need more experiential case studies of this from nonprofits. (My

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

5) Creating Signature Stories by David Aaker. Effective storytelling is the secret sauce of nonprofit fundraising and marketing. David Aaker is the guru of powerful, authentic, and engaging storytelling. This book provides a simple framework for measuring impact of a strategy used by a social sector organization.

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M+R

OCTOBER 26, 2022

We wanted to share deeper, heartfelt stories of how a global force of donors could impact families in need in real ways. 1 So we turned to YouTube to unlock rich, new storytelling formats and connect with donors in ways that would complement our Search campaigns. IRC used YouTube to reach new potential donors with heartfelt stories.

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EveryAction

APRIL 1, 2016

Discover how-to details and strategies for fast, measurable digital marketing success. At frank, we divide our time among great talks by strategists, storytellers and scientists and casual opportunities to connect with other sophisticated communicators over coffee or cocktails. MarketingSherpa Summit 2016. MarketingSherpa Summit 2016.

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NTEN

JUNE 18, 2009

Metrics are a unit of measure. Tangible benefits are those we can easily measure and convert into dollars or time. Intangible measures are the benefits or detriments directly linked to the IT project, which cannot or should not be converted to monetary units, but may still be quantified. ROI Story Telling.

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Nonprofits Source

MARCH 21, 2018

Case studies of nonprofits winning at social media is an opportunity to see the strategies in action. They counteract this by telling the stories of people both past and present who have connections with the American Red Cross. Like the American Red Cross, they know how to use personal stories to promote their brand.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 22, 2013

From #batkid to #GivingTuesday, the Next Generation of American Giving to Content Marketing for Nonprofits , storytelling to social fundraising, retention rates to relationship building, the roundup below covers it all (and everything in between). Baldrick’s Foundation shares expert story-telling advice. And I want more.

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NTEN

MAY 27, 2010

Neff and Jordan Viator -- had the great opportunity to lead a session entitled " The Real Housewives of Social Media " Funny Photoshopped pictures were displayed of us, we sported aprons to hype the theme, and we shared information and case studies on various aspects of social media campaigning. BAM, time to tell the story.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Jimmie Alford, one of the great fundraisers in America, told me a story a few years ago, which was about this volunteer who had to raise money for mental health in a community. Again, integrating your own personal stories can be highly motivating to people. . The only thing that makes you different is your stories. .

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Everyaction

OCTOBER 5, 2016

It’ll open with candid stories about the ups and downs of working in social good and close with an afternoon of action and volunteering with local nonprofits. At this year's AASP Summit, presenters will focus on cutting-edge technology and business methods using case studies. Nonprofit Storytelling Conference. 10/24/2016.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 14, 2009

Come measure success. The Return by Danielle Brigida, NWF NWF Description of Case Study While strategy plays an important role within the National Wildlife Federation, initially it was very hard to determine one for our social media presences. The description: What works and rhymes? Introduction by Beth Kanter Poem Welcome!

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Nonprofits Source

FEBRUARY 25, 2017

How to measure data to influence your marketing decisions i. There are two ways to convince leadership of long-term investments: Sway leadership with statistics and case studies. The real challenge, though, is that measurable results take some time to realize. How To Measure Blog Data To Influence Marketing Decisions.

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