Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Last week, I had the immense pleasure of hosting a virtual discussion and Q&A with a group of nonprofit CEOs and CIOs to talk about how they’re navigating opportunity and building resilience in this changed world we all find ourselves in. Treat technology as a strategic pillar and driver of change in your organization.

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Media Cause

MARCH 15, 2021

There are so many big things, scary, unexpected things that changed us as individuals, families, communities, and a collective human race in 2020, that as I was trying to write this blog post, it was hard to know where to start. Turns out that this last thing in particular—reading—didn’t just change me in 2020.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 11, 2019

They’re in business to lead change and solve problems. And it takes much more than money to change the world. To improve the narrative – and to affect more meaningful changes – foundations must instead rethink the way they tell their stories. Here are five steps you can take to make that happen with your storytelling: 1.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 25, 2024

Use Attention-Grabbing Language To make your headlines and auction item descriptions more tempting, use words that: Convey appeal (excellent, popular, quality, etc.) Incorporate Storytelling There’s no doubt that stories are powerful and evocative—we have plenty of books, movies, and TV shows as proof of that.

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Candid

MAY 7, 2024

Answering these questions clearly and comprehensively goes a long way toward building a funder’s trust in your ability to advance social change. One or two metrics in clear, simple language It’s tempting to include as much material as possible in hopes of making a stronger case, but it’s best to keep it simple.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Evening meals sometimes went on for hours as we continued our storytelling. These stories simply exist in our minds until we add language and share them with others. And, as we all know, a story you share with others has the power to change the world. Consider this story, which has changed state laws throughout the U.S.:

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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. Toan Lam is a multimedia consultant, university professor, thought leader, and former TV reporter and host who is on the forefront of the changing landscape of multimedia.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 13, 2021

This is natural in any line of work, but in non-profit storytelling I find that it mostly impacts my process for writing and telling stories. One of the changes I’ve recently made is simplifying my personal definition of storytelling to this: Storytelling is the process of sharing facts, which are told with emotions and details.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2024

Fundraising is a pivotal part of your nonprofit’s ability to help change the world. With technology and societal changes, organizations like yours must stay on top of the trends to meet donors’ expectations. This versatile tool can generate text, translate languages, create diverse forms of creative content, and more.

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

This impact summary page speaks directly to supporters and gives them credit for changing lives instead of the organization alone. One of its best features is how it weaves the narrative of “Rising to the Challenges in Two Years of Crisis” throughout the report to combine storytelling with data-informed impact.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 26, 2024

An intangible feeling of change that arises each time we enter a new year. For others , the feelings are a bit more fleeting, providing only temporary change before slipping away in the face of familiar patterns and habits. For many , this led to changes in terminology and language used to describe the work.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 14, 2022

I will predominantly utilize Identity-First Language (e.g., disabled people”) as opposed to Person-First Language (e.g., However, proponents of the disability justice movement posit that disability is not a bad word, and efforts have been made to embrace Identity-First Language (IFL) and to reclaim the word disability itself.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Make them feel integral to the cause, reinforcing the notion that they are actively changing lives. Avoid drowning your readers in statistics; instead, express your gratitude for your donor’s support and emphasize the collective change they are making in the world. Personalize the impact to make it more tangible and heartfelt.

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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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 4, 2015

In his book, Paul demonstrates how storytelling is a powerful business tool that can mean the difference between mediocre results and phenomenal success. 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.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 31, 2012

We'll discuss best practices, platforms, cloud services and filesharing, how to edit together when you're not in the same place, and how to agree on ways to tell your story when you may not be speaking the same language. Get your story ideas ready and RSVP for Nonprofits Live on February 8. Windy founded D.V.A.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

That changed when LinkedIn was purchased by Microsoft in 2016 for $26.2 Their use of the social network is mostly inconsistent and without strategy – the 10 best practices below are meant to change that. Content that focuses on thought leadership, rather than inspirational storytelling, best serves the tone of the LinkedIn community.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

Write tweets in clear, concise language. Embrace a writing style known as plain language which is becoming an increasingly important skill for social media managers. CircuitEditor regularly hosts Twitter Chats on the subjects of social change and philanthropy in Africa. Format your tweets for easy reading.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 8, 2018

Here’s a powerful example of personal storytelling using the threads by Charlotte Clymer on depression and suicide. Twitter said it made the change because some languages require more characters, but the move is more likely growing the user base by making the service easier for newcomers.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Each step you take to maximize your impact creates a ripple that carries through to create global change. By breaking down each goal into consumable sections, we hope you will be able to maximize the impact of the SDGs, harness a shared language in seeking funding, and bring about greater change.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 7, 2020

In-person, this can be easier as you can sense a change of energy in the room and read body language. Use Storytelling. . . . . Storytelling enables a phenomenon known as mirroring. It allows connection to happen between the audience and the storyteller on a deeper level.

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Media Cause

MAY 20, 2021

From cave drawings and petroglyphs, to street signs and emojis, symbols serve as a universal language that can cross cultures and extend generations. As designers, we use symbols to communicate complex subjects, change perception, and unify people around a specific cause. This change was meant to reassert that sense of independence.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 18, 2023

Consider the community you serve, the social issue you’re tackling, or the change you want to make in the world. Use language and tone that reflect their preferences and communication style. Emphasize emotional appeals Leverage the power of storytelling and emotional appeals to connect with your supporters on a deeper level.

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2023

They simply need to be good storytellers. Storytelling opens doors and creates interest and can be coupled with an invitation to “take action” on the organization’s website which hopefully helps them acquire email addresses. In some cases, your mailings may not reach people because their mailing address has changed or has a typo.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 20, 2012

We'll discuss best practices, platforms, cloud services and filesharing, how to edit together when you're not in the same place and how to agree on ways to tell your story when you may not be speaking the same language. Windy founded D.V.A. Windy currently serves on the Advisory Board for Bay Area Women in Film and Media (BAWIFM).

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Classy

JULY 9, 2021

Technology advances, changes in communication practices, and other factors have impacted capital campaigns over time. Knowing the trends that have changed and stayed the same can inform your planning process. Communication Channels Have Changed. Download the Guide to Nonprofit Storytelling. Focus Remains on Major Gifts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 19, 2024

Nonprofits who have used it will likely recognize the struggle: by default, these tools often spit out language that’s stilted and full of grandiose words. Organizations can stand out from the increasingly large crowd of AI-generated language by simply sounding like an actual human. They are also a key to genuine storytelling.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Most online donation tools offer default language for this, but you need to customize it so the language is warm and on brand. Sprinkled throughout your website, visitors should find compelling stories that explain how your organization changes lives. And it should be clear that it’s their receipt. Offer an easy opt-in.

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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. Make sure your CTAs are straightforward, use urgent language, and are time-bound to encourage people to donate right away.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2023

Whether you’re running a marathon to raise money for mental health or you are a nonprofit considering hosting a peer-to-peer birthday fundraiser , building an effective personal fundraising page is the first step towards creating positive change in the world. We’ve created this how-to so you can truly make your fundraising page shine.

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

Social media has changed the marketing world, and Facebook Ads for nonprofits are an easy tool to increase your organization’s presence online. Storytelling Through Ads Storytelling through Facebook Ads for nonprofits helps make your promoted content more engaging for your audience. Keep your words to a minimum!

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Non Profit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

And so the idea that changing someone’s skin tone in a design piece, especially for a political candidate, especially for a district that has never had a non-white person elected, is extremely significant whether the campaign wants to admit that or not. And so it does create kind of a quietness of visual language.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 7, 2020

In-person, this can be easier as you can sense a change of energy in the room and read body language. Use Storytelling. . . . . Storytelling enables a phenomenon known as mirroring. It allows connection to happen between the audience and the storyteller on a deeper level.

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Classy

JULY 20, 2021

I have the opportunity to truly connect with people and when I keep in touch with them, they can’t believe how much they’ve changed their organization for good. It’s also not all about the bottom line, which is a nice change, and there’s a ton of opportunity in this industry. It’s been great getting the inside scoop.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

By using cause-specific language that clearly conveys the urgency of needs on the ground, you can compel donors to take immediate action through their communications across channels. Visual storytelling through images and videos from the field helps make the crisis tangible and show donors their dollars at work.

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Museum 2.0

JANUARY 21, 2020

We also know we can’t just sit around and wait for a magical top-down change. We love a comment card from a visitor, but how can we gather better, honest feedback from staff early and often before they quit or leave the sector? And how do you act on that information to save the relationship? An exit interview is too late.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 25, 2017

It’s when you take that data and use it to guide stronger strategies and foster collaboration that data becomes a driver for change. One of the biggest changes we’ve seen in the nonprofit sector is that we now have the technology to power this type of outcomes-centered measurement and program tracking.

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