Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Evening meals sometimes went on for hours as we continued our storytelling. 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.: Consider this story, which has changed state laws throughout the U.S.:

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

The past five years have seen tremendous change in the world — and in the nonprofit sector. A whopping 48% of Americans don’t trust nonprofits Interestingly, people trust local organizations far more than large institutions. That’s because human beings are hardwired for nonprofit storytelling. Can you say bland and uninspiring?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

By creating an informative message that appeals to the general public, you can promote your mission and incite change. Don’t be afraid to take the production externally – ask a local production company if they will offer your nonprofit a discount. Research your local radio, broadcast television (ABC, NBC, CBS, PBS, etc.)

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

By following these suggestions during your planning process, you’ll be better prepared to drive awareness and make meaningful change at a local, national, or global level: Set clear campaign goals and identify a timeline. Leverage storytelling to build a base. Leverage storytelling to build a base. Where do they live?

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

No matter how your nonprofit organization is making change in the world, it’s impacted by others’ decisions, whether those decisions come from local and national legislators, corporations, institutions, or others who hold power and shape the way we live our lives. Ready to take the next step with your advocacy program?

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 14, 2009

For those that follow the #4Change twitter-based chats, this is a post recapping and highlighting our latest conversation on social media application in the Climate Change movement. How can we and how are we using social media tools for social change? Social media is still the tool or the medium, not the change or the action.

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

How is the perceived value of a college degree changing? While studies show that workers with bachelor’s degrees have higher lifetime earnings and lower poverty rates than those without, technology has changed the workforce. Work with local, state, and federal programs. What can schools do to innovate and adapt?

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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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NTEN

DECEMBER 11, 2013

With our local partners, we were able to connect with the farms we worked with to quickly distribute water bottles with purification tablets to workers. The NTEN: Change publication, designed especially for busy nonprofit executive directors, departmental directors, boards, and other leadership staff, is free and ready to download!

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Forum One

APRIL 21, 2021

To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years. We look forward to another year of working with change-makers all over the world and will keep our fingers crossed for the NRDC anniversary site to win a well-deserved Webby! CAST YOUR VOTE.

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Achieve

JUNE 1, 2015

The best part: he wants to share his experience and knowledge with anyone interested doing good and cultivating change. In this role, he helps petition starters successfully launch national and international campaigns using storytelling, media relations, email marketing, stakeholder engagement and social media. Justin is a U.S.

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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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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

Here are some popular examples: Benefit concerts or performances : Team up with local artists or performers to host a show where ticket sales support your cause. Use storytelling to share your nonprofit’s mission and the impact of their support. Tell a Compelling Story : People connect with stories more than facts or statistics.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 6, 2023

See if there is a local designer who could provide their services as an in-kind donation and make your materials really pop. For broader reach, reach out to local newspapers, radio stations, and TV channels and pitch them on stories that highlight your fundraiser. Webinar Next-Level Storytelling Tactics for Nonprofits Learn More 9.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 14, 2009

I met Lina Srivastava at SXSW last month and I found her clarifying commentary on the " What is the distinction between social media for charity and social good/systemic change? Now to dig into this topic because it combines a couple of interest - storytelling with social media and working in a networked way. very insightful.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 29, 2009

Nonprofit tech experts team up to help others master ‘social tools for social change’. Eight leading experts in social media and nonprofit technology have joined forces to create Socialbrite.org, a hub that showcases social tools for social change. Lasica , a consultant and author of four books about emerging technologies.

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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. Consider creating impact blocks on your campaign page that show supporters exactly what their donation dollars can do to create positive change. Local businesses that pitch in to make a difference.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Last year, I had the unique privilege to help facilitate The Local Philanthropy Workshop with the TechSoup Romania team. It was a lot of fun, and as much as I was asked to share some of my knowledge and ideas, I learned a great deal from the local participants. Multimedia Storytelling. Prepare to Change Directions.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Nonprofit organizations serve as community leaders and agents of change, and participating in Hispanic Heritage Month can solidify their advocacy for diversity and inclusion. Share Their Stories: Launch storytelling campaigns to showcase the success stories and challenges Latinos face in your community.

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Candid

MAY 24, 2023

No names are changed. Funders like words like “best in class” and the idea of working with a local organization that can become a national model. The story you are about to hear is true. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. So, why could Drew raise money when others could not? He did what donors love. Drew Dyson is a minister by training.

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Candid

MAY 24, 2023

No names are changed. Funders like words like “best in class” and the idea of working with a local organization that can become a national model. The story you are about to hear is true. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. So, why could Drew raise money when others could not? He did what donors love. Drew Dyson is a minister by training.

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Forum One

JANUARY 4, 2022

To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years. We are grateful and proud of the award-winning work that we are involved in for our clients who do work that truly creates positive change in the world.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Their donors, staff, and board members have extensive knowledge of local needs and organizations, and they also have relationships with local leaders in business, government, and education.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

Government The government provides grants at federal, state, and local levels to ease the burden of overhead or administration costs for nonprofits like yours. For example, the federal government often provides funding to state and local governments for formula grants that benefit federal programs.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 31, 2022

Seasonal Reasons – Shorter days, colder weather, and the year coming to a close present a seasonal cue for less activity, a time for reflection, and positive changes we want to see in our futures. And now, a deeper look at what worked: Content and Storytelling for Year-End Fundraising Gains with Hope Services.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 28, 2011

—– Whether you are part of a nonprofit organization, an action campaign, a local community, or a school, you know that it is through stories you can showcase your work, change people’s minds, inspire them to make change, or join you to make a difference. or read the entire post copied below.

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Forum One

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years. Climatelinks is a global knowledge portal for USAID staff, implementing partners, and the broader community working at the intersection of climate change and international development.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) works tirelessly to change that. In honor of their life-changing work, we’re highlighting their mission and impact as a way to help raise awareness. Approximately 1 in 285 children in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer before their 20th birthday. Background and Mission.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Creating Change Conference. Creating Change Conference. The National LGBTQ Task Force’s 2019 Creating Change Conference convenes in Detroit, Michigan January 23-27, 2019. The Value Proposition - Purposeful Action in a Changing World. The Value Proposition - Purposeful Action in a Changing World. State/Local.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 5, 2014

As my colleague Ale noted in her post a few days ago, the 2014 digital storytelling contest and event series (now called Storymakers ) has arrived! You'll not be able to participate as a "viewer" but you can showcase the excellent storytelling you may already be doing at your organization!

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Forum One

MAY 27, 2021

NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years to mark its anniversary. Climatelinks is a global knowledge portal for USAID staff, implementing partners, and the broader community working at the intersection of climate change and international development.

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Neon CRM

MAY 16, 2024

Use storytelling elements to make this section of your lapsed donor letter as effective as possible. Will you help us change that? Local families like Laura’s, who said: “I have the compassion of Combe Cares to thank for making sure my babies weren’t out in the cold last winter. Your generosity has already changed lives.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether you’re filming a video, writing an email, or posting on social media, use the following storytelling techniques to connect with your audience on a deeper level: Introduce a main character. Use data, visuals, and concrete examples to demonstrate the positive changes your organization has made. Show impact and results.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 1, 2016

The internet and 24/7 connectivity to the world around us have changed our relationships with people, businesses, and nonprofits in ways we couldn’t have imagined just a few years ago. Naturally, our buying behaviors have radically changed as a result of this trend. They choose it because hosts are authentic and local.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

At the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), we believe anyone can become a philanthropist by rallying friends, family, and local businesses to support the causes they care about. On event day, we weave storytelling throughout the event to remind participants of how their efforts help LLS bring light to the darkness.

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EveryAction

JULY 11, 2016

Major gifts, win-back programs, industry trends, data and testing, direct marketing, development planning, crowdfunding, fundraising on mobile, and the future of strategic storytelling - and that's just the first day! Young nonprofit pros are headed to Portland as the local chapter hosts YNPN’s annual conference. Our favorite part?

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Social media gives your nonprofit the opportunity to broadcast your mission far beyond your local community. Instagram Instagram , another Metaverse social media platform, is primarily focused on visual content and thrives on striking imagery, video, and storytelling content. Engagement.

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