Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Evening meals sometimes went on for hours as we continued our storytelling. So, why would we not want to use this powerful communication tool when writing grant proposals? When I began writing proposals, storytelling was the only way I knew to convey the problems my organization faced and what we were doing to overcome those problems.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 5, 2021

By: Devi Thomas, VP of Marketing Communications at Salesforce.org; and Frida Berry Eklund, Founder of Our Kids’ Climate. I believe that our children’s generation is key to creating lasting change in equality, justice, climate change, and human rights. Even with young children. Pictured: Devi Thomas’ sons.

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Forum One

JULY 13, 2022

Increasingly, organizations of all sizes have access to digital tools that provide data, but data storytelling—making facts relatable and actionable—takes additional effort to transform data into tangible stories. Develop a strategy for data storytelling. Know your audience. Understand your capacity.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Tell a Compelling Story: As Jeff Brooks emphasizes in his book, “The Fundraiser’s Guide to Irresistible Communications,” stories are key. For example, “Pamela, your gift of $20 will multiply more than 6 times to save starving children” (Food for the Poor, Inc.). Don’t Forget Your PS: Your postscript is crucial.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 11, 2021

Nonprofits must never forget that they are called to be active participants in the lives of people, learning stories, and, when appropriate, storytelling for further impact. This makes storytelling a necessity and a digital discipline. Emails, still a primary source of communication, can be accessed from anywhere.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

At some point in your professional fundraising career, you’ve probably heard the importance of storytelling when crafting your nonprofit’s donor experience. No matter your experience, a crucial aspect of storytelling is helping donors understand what your organization does and showing how, or who, you’re helping. That’s a wrap!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 22, 2013

Animals, children, and health & wellness are the most shared and talked about causes on social media. 56% of those that support nonprofits on the Social Web confirm that compelling storytelling is what motivates them to take action on behalf of nonprofits. Social Media and Mobile Communications Webinars for Nonprofits.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Your branding should be reflected in all your communications, from your website and social media pages to your print materials and events. Make-A-Wish Foundation is a nonprofit that grants wishes to children with critical illnesses. ” This tagline is clear, concise, and communicates WWF’s mission to protect the planet.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 11, 2019

While that money is often being used to make our communities more equitable, help cure diseases and provide health care to the sick, feed the hungry, and educate our children, too often the focus on dollar signs and big numbers often dehumanizes their work and makes them seem inaccessible. That’s a shame. Remove the jargon.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 8, 2021

From the Malala Fund to the University of Maryland to LEGO, the momentum for climate-related change is just beginning — led by insights from children, women and girls, engineers, and investors. VP of Marketing Communications. We are seeing a changing tide of those who care and are, as a result, getting involved. World Wildlife Fund.

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Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Use an engaging and quick opener to convince viewers to care, for example: “More than 9 million children faced hunger in 2021. For instance, using the example above, you could say, “That’s why we have specialized programs to support and provide children with the food they need, when they need it most.” That’s one in every eight kids.”

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Forum One

MARCH 8, 2022

Forum One is supporting the agency’s digital communications with strategy and implementation support spanning web development and production, social media, analytics, and omnichannel digital marketing campaigns for 12 bureaus and offices within the agency, including their office of Women’s Health and the Maternal Health program.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 22, 2014

In previous years, we called it our Digital Storytelling Challenge. We thought we’d ask some past winners to tell us about how they’ve been using their videos and how important storytelling is to their organization. The 2013 Digital Storytelling Challenge received many many entries from 12 different countries.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Every decision you make about elements of your fundraising appeal will come back to what message (or messages) you are trying to communication. Without an autism assessment resulting in a diagnosis, families with children under the age of 6 are unable to access the $22,000 of government funding to support therapies.

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sgEngage

MARCH 8, 2023

Show the Impact of All Libraries You know all the great things libraries bring to communities—now make sure potential donors do, too. Day-of Communications Who knows storytelling better than a library staff? A day-of communication timeline could look something like this: 8 a.m.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 28, 2014

The landscape of communication is evolving at an exponential rate, and digital media creation is riding at the head of the wave. But what remains constant underneath all the change in this digital age is the steady pulse of community storytelling. But how can stories touch hearts and minds if they go unnoticed and unheard?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

That negative stigma of storytelling stayed with me for quite some time. Today, as an adult, I now know the immense power of storytelling. Storytelling is indeed one of the most powerful ways we communicate. Kindness Wondering when the best time is to share your stories with your children ? Stories inspire.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

Donors and supporters are increasing overwhelmed by text-heavy storytelling – especially on mobile devices. Photo and Caption via Mercy Corps : Mohammed and Amna Lelayesh fled their home in Syria with their four children over a year ago.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

The National Council on Mental Wellbeing drives policy and social change on behalf of over 3,100 mental health and substance use treatment organizations and the more than 10 million children, adults and families they serve. Support Children’s Colorado Foundation. Silver – Health Care Services Website.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The National Council on Mental Wellbeing drives policy and social change on behalf of over 3,100 mental health and substance use treatment organizations and the more than 10 million children, adults and families they serve. Support Children’s Colorado Foundation. Silver – Health Care Services Website.

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

People have been choosing to have fewer children, and that decline has significant implications for educational institutions worldwide. They will need to make financial incentives to attend—especially grants and scholarships—more robust and communicate how an education at their school prepares students for the future.

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Care2

MARCH 12, 2012

The 30-minute “Kony 2012” video produced by the nonprofit Invisible Children , which generated over 70M views on YouTube over the past week, has caused a firestorm in the nonprofit community. Since 1986 the LRA has abducted 66K children, and turned them into child soldiers. Government to help capture Kony.

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Qgiv

APRIL 28, 2021

BHcare Foundation provides a comprehensive and integrated system of care for adults, children, and families who are struggling with mental health issues, substance use issues, or domestic violence. They identified all the areas needing to be reworked to communicate their new direction. Tangible Gifts.

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DNL OmniMedia

AUGUST 25, 2021

You’ve read articles about up-and-coming communications channels and whether you should incorporate them into your nonprofit outreach strategy. That’s where nonprofit storytelling comes into play. 7 Tips for Effective Storytelling for Nonprofits Using Digital Marketing. Top Nonprofit Storytelling Examples to Inspire You.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2022

And that’s not to mention the hassle that sometimes comes with trying to get young children excited about reading. Reading boasts a wide range of benefits for both children and adults alike. If you’re searching for a way to get your young children and students involved in fundraising, a read-a-thon is the perfect way to do so.

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Achieve

AUGUST 12, 2021

volunteer fundraisers to brush up on your storytelling abilities. . Across all campaign communications, it should be evident that your cause is powering the fundraiser, and that goes beyond simply branding pages with your official colors and logo. Communicate with your audience by showing engaging photos of your work or a testimonial.

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Qgiv

APRIL 21, 2023

Data storytelling is about bringing your data to life in three simple steps: Explore: find patterns and insights Monitor: check performance (leading indicators and key performance indicators) Explain: go beyond the what and dig further into the why. Know your data in and out,” says Emily.

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Tech Soup

MAY 19, 2016

That's because these aren't just children's nursery rhymes; they're sticky stories, or stories that stick with you for decades. When we were children, we all knew how important stories were. Now I know storytelling is a buzzword right now, and buzzwords come and go. Now swap out the children with adults.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Digital Storytelling Expert, J Campbell Social Marketing. 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. Julia Campbell. Cause Camp 2020 Host. Lynne Wester. Antionette Kerr.

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

Most grantmakers want to fund specific projects and costs, so ensure you’re tailoring your grant proposal message to those needs by using effective storytelling. From clear writing to effective storytelling, grant proposals require special considerations to ensure they stand out to the funder. Write an Effective Grant Proposal.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

For example, the Ben and Jerry’s Foundation focuses on grants for organizations rooted in social change and justice, while the Kellogg Foundation provides grants for nonprofits that help children and families. Continuation grants necessitate clear communication between your organization and your funder about the use of the grant.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 29, 2021

We’ve all heard how important stories are to fundraising communications. Example: In our city, 1,500 children go to school hungry each year, which means they struggle in school, can face health struggles, etc. Example: Every week we provide more than 1,000 meals to children who are hungry. You need one person. .

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

From Mother’s Day campaigns raising money for breast cancer research to Christmas fundraisers collecting gifts for children in need, great holiday fundraisers stick in your mind for years afterwards. As you create marketing content, use storytelling strategies. But what makes these fundraisers so successful?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2013

Before you hire a designer, work with your in-house design or do it yourself, it is a good idea to identify the goal, audience, data, and key message that you to communicate. So you also need data visualization, marketing, and storytelling skills. Your graphic designer will certainly help you refine this initial idea.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 14, 2013

are now integral parts of our online communications and fundraising campaigns and like any tools of value, they requite a minimal level of financial investment. There will be times this year when a thank you email or tweet just isn’t enough to communicate your appreciation. Thus, for 2013, please: 1) Ask for a raise.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 24, 2012

This peer learning exchange is designed to help state-based groups to be more effective in engaging their networks toward covering uninsured children. Advocates get better at communications – proactive/planning, partner engagement, message discipline. Communications have more impact. Written social media policy.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2023

I saw the look of hope on the children’s face and how they began to envision a future filled with possibility.” Provide regular progress updates and statistics, share impactful stories and leverage both social media platforms and email communication to maintain momentum and foster a sense of community around your cause.

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