Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Beyond the Ballroom: Make Your Charity Gala a Donor Cultivation Powerhouse Fundraising events offer more than just glitz and glamour; they’re a potent tool for cultivating relationships with potential donors and qualifying them for future giving. Remember, respect their privacy and tailor communication accordingly.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

The Open Data Project [ español , français ] seeks to gain a better understanding of how nonprofits, NGOs, and charities worldwide use technology for digital marketing and fundraising. 35%: Our organization does not believe we could raise much money on Facebook. 31%: Our organization has raised the amount of money we expected.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

To learn more about their mission to be the world’s most innovative experience-creators (and find out how they’ve helped 200 nonprofits raise over $30 million in the last 3 years) visit utopiaexperience.com. This is where the art and science of effective storytelling comes in. They embraced the power of video storytelling to do it.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 31, 2022

Why do people give so much money to charity during End-of-Year (November – December)? Faith-Based Reasons – Several world religions have major holidays during this period, many of which focus on community and acts of charity. . Familial Reasons – Charity starts at home. 2021 Year End Success Stories.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2022

Events give people a reason to come out and support the cause and are the perfect backdrop to share how your charity makes a difference. 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.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2021

That doesn’t mean that raising funds for your animal organization is easy! You’re doing amazing work for animals, and you want to raise as much as you can to support your mission. . We put together some charity donation form best practices to help you raise more money for animals! Using Storytelling in Your Appeal .

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2013

charity: water , a nonprofit that brings clean and safe drinking water to people in developing nations, is leading the way when it comes to redefining nonprofit marketing; they are exceptional at inbound marketing, focusing on creating powerful content to inspire people to join their cause. How can your organization apply this?

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

We all know those magical events that not only raise funds but also leave a lasting impression on everyone present. The Power of Events in Nonprofit Fundraising Events are a game-changer for nonprofits, and here’s why: Raise funds : Events help you generate funds through ticket sales, sponsorships, auctions, and donations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 8, 2016

During the chat, @GivingTues will start with welcomes, and then lead a discussion about storytelling best practices. MyGivingStory, in its second year, is a nationwide campaign and social media storytelling contest to inspire public discussion about the reasons people give. Telling Stories with a Purpose – Rockefeller Foundation.

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sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2023

The event space for nonprofits has predominately focused on traditional walks, runs, rides, and galas, and while there is nothing wrong with these types of events, there are so many additional tools that charities can use to fundraise in unique ways. Storytelling is not new for charities, but the way we tell them can be!

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The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Crafting a Donor-friendly Giving Page If you’ve ever experienced the warm-feeling of giving to a charity, chances are it was through a fundraising page. You’ll want to tell a compelling story that breathes life into your cause and paints a vivid picture of the powerful difference every donation makes.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

In peer-to-peer fundraising, nonprofits essentially ask their volunteers and supporters to reach out to their individual networks to raise money on their behalf. Lean Into Storytelling Your nonprofit’s story is an invaluable tool when it comes to fundraising.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

On Tuesday, November 30, charities, families, businesses, community centers, and students worldwide will come together for one common purpose: to celebrate and encourage philanthropic giving. We want to ensure you’re prepared to share your nonprofit’s story and successfully navigate this worldwide giving event! Share your story.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 20, 2013

If you are wondering about the different between these two platforms, here’s a good comparison from TechCrunch , but either platform your nonprofit needs to share compelling videos, that use good storytelling , and support your goals. Charity Water. Guest Post Storytelling Video' Simple, yet potentially lifesaving.

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 16, 2023

Fundraising serves as a way to raise awareness and money towards your mission. According to Lending Tree, 56% of American households gave to charity in 2021. Don’t be afraid to be vulnerable and share stories that highlight the human impact of your nonprofits work. For most nonprofits, fundraising is a year-round event.

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DipJar

AUGUST 6, 2020

We know that DipJar and Spark will help you raise more funds, but we also understand that purchasing a DipJar subscription might seem like an obstacle. Ask a local coffee shop to place your DipJar on their register counter for a Charity Month. Not sure how to tell your organization’s story? Create an Anniversary Campaign!

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Forum One

JUNE 9, 2021

To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories from the last 50 years. Our team partnered with NRDC to conceptualize how to capture these highlights in an engaging and informative story. The Vilcek Foundation. Canopus – Website for Art.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 22, 2014

In previous years, we called it our Digital Storytelling Challenge. Any charity anywhere in the world can send us a short video or five-picture Flickr slideshow that tells about their work and will be entered to win some cash prizes. Our story challenges get lots of attention. Please visit the site to view this video).

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

In 2020, nonprofits raised $2.47 Kindful customers raised more than $11.4 million in 2020, which is a 142% increase over the amount raised in 2019. This is a huge opportunity to raise money and invite people to get more involved in your mission. 4 Steps To Telling Your Nonprofit’s Story Through Email.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Nonprofits and cause driven organizations just like yours are now marketing on Tiktok to help raise awareness and support for their missions! Like any other marketing tool or social media platform, TikTok’s value is in its storytelling ability. original sound – charity: water. Check out the examples below!

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

Entire civilizations have been built off of, held together by and divided by stories. ” Stories have the power to bring together and to push apart –to distinguish and to extinguish. Stories are also integral parts to any nonprofit organizations and particularly when it comes to fundraising. The pictures told a story.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 7, 2017

This year, the agencies behind the event, including the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and DataKind, analyzed results in an insight report covering how much money was raised, how many people donated, what the impact of the money was and many other factors that came into play on Nov. Storytelling works.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

It’s marketable, it’s ripe for good storytelling, and can ease the process of coming up with a fresh campaign concept. In 2020, they set a goal of raising $40,000 for their combined #GivingTuesday/year-end fundraiser to raise funds for their virtual summer camp. Why is year-end giving such a big deal?

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Care2

JUNE 9, 2011

What was the tipping point the last time you donated money to charity or signed up to volunteer? While storytelling as an engagement tool is all the buzz these days, and many nonprofits that I talk with say that storytelling is a priority for them, I can’t help but wonder where those compelling stories are.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Not every donor is necessarily going to come to you – for larger donations and sponsorships, you’ll have to pitch your charity. Every successful charity has a few major donors or sponsors that give them the lion’s share of their funds. If not, don’t spend your entire time talking about your charity. Do: Tell A Story.

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NTEN

MAY 12, 2011

One effective way to transform your data from an afterthought into a powerful communications product is through visualizations that help tell your story. Here are 6 ways to tell your stories with data that you can apply to your own web and communications work: 1. Focus the Story We touched on this principle above.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Repeat what works – Keep using effective stories, calls to action, and emotional appeals. Focus on participation – Judge success by number of donors versus just total dollars raised. A charity combating homelessness should feature stories of providing shelter, not just cute mascots. Apply those lessons.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 8, 2021

To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years. Our team partnered with NRDC to conceptualize how to capture these highlights in an engaging and informative story. I’m Determined. Silver – Education for Websites.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 4, 2014

At everydayhero, we work with a diverse group of people who are passionate and involved in raising funds and spreading awareness for the causes that they care about most. What’s more, we have found that their stories are some of our most valuable assets. How do you reach out, and leverage the stories of your community most effectively?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 1, 2012

Social fundraising is when your nonprofit integrates tried and true fundraising techniques with social media to inspire your supporters to raise money from their networks on your behalf. Almost 18,000 people participated in this online fundraising contest and raised more than $2 million for the 1,200 participating nonprofits.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

One effective way to transform your data from an afterthought into a powerful communications product is through visualizations that help tell your story. Here are 6 ways to tell your stories with data that you can apply to your own web and communications work: 1. Focus the Story. Speak With Numbers. Reveal Change.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

Charity Fundraising Agent (Android, iPhone) helps you keep track of your fundraising campaigns by monitoring both online and offline donations. Shopify (iOS) lets you run an online store to raise money for your organization from anywhere in the world. At stake is a small donation to a charity of your choice. Charity Miles.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

Despite spending a lot of time and energy to pull it all together, on a good day, this would be the best we could do: However, as the bar began to be raised and we were increasingly asked “So what?” How have our employees helped local charities where they live and work do more? Geographical location.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Information Sharing and Storytelling. Try these suggestions to connect with your HR colleagues: Provide recruitment messages with impact data and storytelling. Develop a program for new employees to immediately give to their favorite charity, such as a Cause Card initiative. Increase Employee Giving.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

The ALS IceBucket Challenge in 2014 that raised over $115 million is well known to all, but this FAQ can help refresh your memory. In August, 2015, the second ALS Icebucket Challenge took place. When the organization doesn’t own the campaign, it allows for what Henry Timms describes as “ new power ” to happen.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 10, 2021

We’re here to talk about “Raising More Money By Asking and Answering Better Questions.” And the better you get at the whole suite of donor engagement, the more money you’re going to raise. The charity got a $2,500 check the following week without any ask. Well, good afternoon, everybody.

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See3

OCTOBER 27, 2008

The nonprofit community is rightfully scared that the market and economic problems will mean a big hit for charities. In defense of raising money. People think that storytelling is a gift, not a skill. At least you got your story out there to the right person. But nonprofits would be wrong not to ask for those gifts.

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