Kindful

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

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. This storytelling framework asks you to answer three basic questions: Story of Self: Why have you been called to serve?

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Qgiv

MARCH 1, 2023

From scientists to politicians, activists to storytellers, women have always played a major role in shaping society into what it is today. The theme was chosen in “recognition of women, past and present, who have been active in all forms of media and storytelling including print, radio, TV, stage, screen, blogs, podcasts, and more.

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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. The hardest part of fundraising is making the ask.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Most groups navigated the unusual challenges and got work done. A constant bombardment of messages causes burnout. A constant bombardment of messages in texts, via email, and on social platforms, causes burnout. Groups that developed a structure and schedule for online meetings managed their time and effort more efficiently.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 20, 2024

Nonprofit managers face increasing challenges when it comes to promoting causes, attracting donors, and engaging supporters. Instead of solely relying on the organization’s account to post messages, empower supporters to become advocates for the cause.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 22, 2024

Conduct surveys or focus groups with your existing donor base to understand their current priorities and preferred giving methods. Are there new causes or initiatives that resonate more now? The Power of Storytelling Showcase Impact with Fresh Narratives Spring is a symbol of growth and new beginnings.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 2, 2023

By Wendy Mercurio , Content & Education Specialist at Qgiv — an online fundraising platform empowering 20,000+ nonprofit fundraisers to raise money for their causes while keeping costs low. This group is known for vetting an organization by looking into their impact reports and online presence.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

After all, strong storytelling can help build meaningful connections with your audience and even move them to rally around your cause. Include compelling imagery of the beneficiaries your cause supports and short text descriptions to show the variety of ways this campaign will drive your mission forward.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

In the last few years, Microsoft has rebuilt LinkedIn working out many of the kinks and bugs that made it frustrating to use, and has launched a suite of new tools and functionality for LinkedIn Pages , Profiles , and Groups. 9) Join and participate in LinkedIn Groups. Strangely, nonprofits have been slow to embrace LinkedIn.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Cause Camp 2020 is going to feature next level content. Digital Storytelling Expert, J Campbell Social Marketing. Cause Camp 2020 Host. Through speaking, training, and consulting, she shows social purpose organizations how to use social media and storytelling to build communities, showcase impact, and advance their causes.

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Candid

APRIL 22, 2024

Depending on the request for proposal, specific funding criteria that we may look for include geographic location, groups engaged in movement-building and organizing work to advance systemic and structural changes, and organizations that have budgets under $2 million and are led by and for women, girls, and nonbinary leaders of color.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2024

With DAFs, your donors can contribute to your cause in a way that encourages long-term support while benefiting from tax deductions. Whether your collaboration works as a sponsorship or a cause marketing campaign , find a business that aligns with your nonprofit to boost awareness with strategic collaboration.

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.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

Part of the task will be to identify whether working from home is the root cause of issues. Some groups will be able to take a more flexible approach than others. Conducting small focus groups promotes engagement and allows employees to collaborate and co-create strategies for improvement. Are there safety considerations?

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Tech Soup

MARCH 26, 2013

Digital storytelling is everywhere these days. And if there's any more widespread topic than digital storytelling, it's data. While both are important to your nonprofit, charity, cause, or library, both together just might be its secret weapon. Join us on Tuesday, April 9, at 10:00 a.m. How to Participate.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

How to Remain visible in a Sea of Noble Causes. Remain economically viable in a sea of noble causes? This is where the art and science of effective storytelling comes in. Increasingly, Nonprofits are Turning to Video for Storytelling. They embraced the power of video storytelling to do it.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

One of the most effective ways this can be done is through storytelling. In this episode of the sgENGAGE Podcast, host Christine Newman is joined by two storytelling experts, Jocelyn Wright and Kirk Lilwall of Blackbaud University. Storytelling for diverse audiences. Visual Storytelling for the Modern Nonprofit.

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

Nonprofit marketing refers to all of the different strategies your organization uses across the various channels of communication to spread awareness about your cause and gain new supporters for your mission. Nonprofit marketing content also needs to consistently tie back to your cause and the work you do.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 10, 2018

Julia Campbell is social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. While lifestyle and fashion pins are certainly popular on the site, there are a wide variety of reasons why people across all age groups love Pinterest. By Julia Campbell .

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes From Stories to Support: The Nonprofit’s Guide to Acquiring and Using Testimonials Imagine harnessing the power of authentic stories to attract new supporters, boost credibility, and inspire people to rally behind your nonprofit’s cause. Who are your target storytellers?

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Achieve

AUGUST 28, 2016

If you’ve followed me on this blog or through my series of articles here, you’re familiar with my take on the need to move potential supporters from mere interest to deep engagement with your cause over time. If you’re a nonprofit executive, what can you do to get the public involved in your issue or cause? That’s very rarely the case.

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Qgiv

MARCH 29, 2023

The Google Ad Grant is an incredible opportunity for nonprofits to improve awareness of their cause and take their online presence to the next level. Being in control of website storytelling is key and nonprofits should continue to add new pages and content regularly to showcase impact and provide new keyword opportunities.

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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. These authentic and candid videos can help donors see the direct impact of their contributions and build a stronger connection with your cause.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 5, 2019

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. It’s also the top platform for 18 to 24-year-olds, with 85% of this age group on the platform (compared to just 51% for Facebook). . The site just reached 1.8

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Allegiance Group makes achieving direct mail success simple. If you find constituents who support a cause similar to yours that highly value transparency and community-driven outreach, you’ll want to differentiate your nonprofit by highlighting those qualities in the direct mail you send out during your campaign. Let’s get started!

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TechImpact

JANUARY 26, 2015

Nonprofits of all kinds are using it to disseminate information about their cause and help marginalized groups that need more awareness get the attention of the masses. General Industry News Social content marketing nonprofit technology npTech social media storytelling supporters technology'

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Try to seed between 15-30% of your goal to show your donors and prospects that you’re successfully generating support for your cause and their gifts can help you reach your goal. Use storytelling and real-life examples to demonstrate the importance of their support. Get in touch here! Katy Beth Cassell, Director.

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

What I liked about this email: The email recognized my role as a monthly supporter, emphasizing the significance of my contribution to their cause. It made me realize that my support was not just a drop in the ocean but a meaningful contribution to a cause I care about.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 4, 2012

The panel "The New Connectivity: Storytelling for the Digital Age" focused on best practices for nonprofits and other social good organizations to spread their message over social media. Create Documentaries for Your Cause. Learn More About Digital Storytelling. Heroic Stories Capture Nonprofit Audiences.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 13, 2017

We’re beyond excited to share the speaker lineup for Cause Camp 2018 , held on March 26th and 27th in Lincoln, Nebraska. We’ve assembled a stellar group of experienced and diverse speakers, and we hope you’re as amped as we are to hear what they have to say. Kishshana Palmer. kishshanaco.com. And counting.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

But these events are not only about maintaining existing relationships; they also provide a unique opportunity to tap into the extended networks of your donors—by attracting their friends to your cause. Collaborate with influencers: Partner with social media influencers or advocates who align with your cause.

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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

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Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2022

So when it comes to inspiring your donors to support your cause, you might consider creating a nonprofit explainer video for your organization. How familiar or comfortable are they with the causes or issues you address? Wondering what might work best to showcase your cause? What are nonprofit explainer videos?

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CauseVox

MARCH 1, 2024

It’s not just about age and location; it’s about understanding why someone cares about the cause, what drives them, and what barriers might be preventing them from contributing. Communication Preferences: Which groups of donors like to be communicated with via email, social media, direct mail, or phone calls?

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Media Cause

MAY 20, 2021

As designers, we use symbols to communicate complex subjects, change perception, and unify people around a specific cause. But what was meant to unite has actually caused a divide for many people in that specific community. The power of storytelling. Telling the story about a population requires more than a singular visual.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 24, 2022

Younger individuals from the Millennial generation, as well as some from Gen X and Z groups, will soon become the lifeblood of the nonprofit sector – being transitioned nearly $30 trillion over the next 20 years from their predecessors, the Baby Boomers. In 2015, 87% of total charitable contributions in the U.S. were made by individuals.

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 24, 2021

Volunteers are almost twice as likely to donate to a cause than non-volunteers. Let them engage with your cause and the mission that your organization stands for. You can also give them the chance to make guest blog posts, where they can showcase their experiences with your organization and express why they care about your cause.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Every dollar counts in the fundraising world, so the free marketing that social media provides can be crucial to raising awareness for your cause without breaking your budget. You can also use tools to target specific audiences for your different campaigns, helping you ensure your reach the people most likely to support your cause.

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