Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 26, 2021

Nonprofit fundraising videos bring your organization’s work to life in a way that written stories just can’t. Videos show as well as tell. In short, videos make an impression. Nonprofit fundraising videos help you raise more money. There are different types of videos, and many do not require expertise.

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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. Use this space!

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Storytelling is the currency of fundraising. In the digital environment of email, social media, and mobile, we can use storytelling in innovative ways to inspire supporters and donors — and raise more money. Photos, videos, selfies, and personal stories allow us to embed emotional content in fundraising campaigns.

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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. Pinterest has a completely different culture than the other major social networking sites. Tip: Share stories about your impact and the different ways to get involved with your cause.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 20, 2013

Recently, apps that take short snippets of video – like Vine and Instagram have been soaring in popularity. Is your organization using Instagram or Vine video? 7 Nonprofit Videos on Vine byGuest Post by Madeleine Hammond. 7 Nonprofit Videos on Vine byGuest Post by Madeleine Hammond. Watch Video: [link].

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

With all the details ironed out, all that’s left is to upload your image or video with your text copy and publish your Facebook Ad. Use high-quality images for ads. Unclear visuals look unprofessional, so be critical when selecting your images. Here are some pointers for creating an effective video ad.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 25, 2022

It’s hard to be an expert in any one social media platform, yet legitimate businesses and nonprofits are expected to maintain several different accounts. Each platform has its unique set of uses and capabilities, reaching different kinds of networks. Keep in mind good storytelling techniques.

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Candid

JUNE 7, 2023

For example, our preference for video content rings true. As I dug into the advice, I couldn’t help but reflect on the way I engage with nonprofit social media: Is the use of humor and short-form video crucial for brands to grab my attention? Has a shorter attention span, which requires content that is skimmable.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2023

A captivating fundraising site and donation page make all the difference, but not every nonprofit has the resources or technical know-how to create an eye-catching digital home. CauseVox’s New Site Editor allows you to craft your perfect page without any design or tech experience and elevate your visual storytelling.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2023

Storytelling is a powerful way to connect with your followers. You can thank your supporters weekly with images and videos. Reach out to nonprofit influencers and ask them for a quote on different nonprofit-related topics, such as easy ways to manage multiple events or nonprofit fundraising trends.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

There are more places than ever to get free images that are entirely OK for you to use for your communications. Here are 10 sources for images you can freely use on your website or other communications channels. Where to Find Free Images. Google Advanced Image Search lets you filter your search by usage rights.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

At the beginning of 2020, a video app called TikTok exploded in popularity because it provided a way for people to connect during the pandemic. After amassing 800 million active users worldwide, TikTok is now used for much more than dance challenges and quick recipe videos. . TikTok is all about short videos.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Social media provides plenty of tools to help you create an effective strategy that can make a huge difference in your organization and help you meet the goals you set. 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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Tech Soup

MAY 6, 2016

And data storytelling is at the forefront of such initiatives. At first thought, data and storytelling sound like an odd mix. "Data" sounds dry, while storytelling weaves narratives aimed at appealing to people's emotions. Mix It Up: Different Mediums for More Impact. Creating a Searchable Database.

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Qgiv

APRIL 13, 2021

These two posts by VISTE are great examples of the different types of social media posts your nonprofit can make—including a fundraising ask with a link to a donation form! Short posts (80 characters or less) outperform long posts , so keep your fundraising asks and storytelling concise. should be concise. Conclusion.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 9, 2020

Aside from figuring out how to manage myself and my time, having the right digital tools in place to work with a remote team made a world of difference. In addition to using Trello for The Storytelling Non-Profit, I use it personally for meal planning and household management. One of the tools I rely most heavily on is Trello.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

However, modern platforms, smartphones, and short video formats allow nonprofits to take advantage of this powerful tool in a number of ways. However, modern platforms, smartphones, and short video formats allow nonprofits to take advantage of this powerful tool in a number of ways. This drives trust that can encourage future giving.

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sgEngage

APRIL 20, 2023

BWF’s steps to annual giving encourage storytelling through your annual giving campaign. As the final touch, use images and videos to really make your story come to life. TikTok : Participate in trends and post regularly to make popular videos for your organization. These videos can also be shared on other platforms.

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Non Profit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

At first glance I noticed the words and what they were signaling [image] which is a fearful discourse, and it immediately raised concern in me from a framing and messaging perspective. It’s just ridiculous to say that they didn’t alter this image and darken it in any way. But let’s just quickly go through the technical part of that.

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Achieve

AUGUST 18, 2023

Here are four unique ideas to market your nonprofit’s live auction: Release Your Auction Catalog in Advance Create Fundraising Videos Leverage Corporate Sponsorships Design Peer-to-Peer Invitations As you develop marketing materials for your auction, remember to demonstrate to supporters what’s in it for them if they participate.

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EveryAction

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

I also tried out a lot of math jokes on her - check out the video to see how they landed, or read on for the highlights of our conversation. To help boost engagement rates, Amy suggests using rich media like graphics and video, asking questions, and creating content that's just begging to be shared.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

Lots of videos on there you can watch. I was sharing with Steven earlier, you know, we’re working in about 20 different countries and are managing $50 million in development costs. Today, Brian and I really want to take a bit of a different approach. We want to look through a different lens into these campaigns.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Show the real impacts that year-round donations can have on your mission by using compelling images within your website. Choose images that show interactions between people, whether it’s your volunteers and constituents or your donors mingling at previous fundraising events. Intuitive user experience. A fast load speed.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 21, 2017

TechSoup believes that nonprofits must have not only access to technology, but also the capacity to tell their story through video and images. Simply put, a good video or set of photos can make the difference and result in a donation or a supporter taking action on behalf of your nonprofit. Storymakers 2017 is here!

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 22, 2014

TechSoup has been running international video and photo competitions for some years now. 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.

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Tech Soup

MAY 26, 2015

The nonprofit sector thrives on a community of rich storytelling. Whatever form that storytelling takes, from photo essay to member video, story-driven content is dynamic, shows impact, and can attract new potential donors. Image : luckyraccoon / Shutterstock. spanhidden.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 8, 2008

Warning: This video creates some graphic and powerful images that may not be suitable for younger children. For 15 years, WITNESS has harnessed the power of video to advance human rights. To learn more about the images mentioned in this video, click here. so looks like I'm making a video for Wednesday. .

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Qgiv

AUGUST 23, 2022

Use a few impactful images as well to enhance your storytelling. Some social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook are primarily geared towards visual storytelling, so make sure you have impactful, attention-grabbing photos and videos to share with. However, these images aren’t just useful for bidding.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Using Storytelling in Your Appeal . Whether you choose one animal’s story to highlight all year, or you highlight a different story every month, this is a great way to communicate impact to potential donors and encourage sharing. The dodo’s popularity brings up another excellent point: the importance of video in storytelling.

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Tech Soup

MAY 20, 2015

If you're creating a video, a podcast, an online training, or any other project that might benefit from adding some sweet tunes, the Free Music Archive (FMA) offers more than 80,000 free, completely legal-to-use audio downloads. Visit the Music for Video page. Some of them are optimal for videos! A Little About Us.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

The post-emergency phase sees many organizations grappling with a decline in donations, a critical period where strategic donor engagement can make a difference. Visual storytelling through images and videos from the field helps make the crisis tangible and show donors their dollars at work. This builds a connection.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Share photos and videos of the animals in your care and use relevant hashtags to expand your reach. 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.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Multimedia Storytelling. Do you have videos, pictures, or slides? Do you have lots of different voices? You can use videos or images, you can hold competitions for ideas, you can post your favorite links or have guest contributors. Think blogs are boring? Well, maybe the kind you have seen are. How To Start a Blog.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

Along with using your holiday-aligned campaign message as a basis for how you frame your fundraiser, consider: Adding themed images to your emails and website. As you create marketing content, use storytelling strategies. Using any holiday colors that fit with your branding in social media graphics and on your campaign page.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 12, 2023

Use your organization’s brand colors, fonts, and logos in all of the pictures and videos you post on social media. Each platform has a different purpose and caters to different audiences. Focus on storytelling. The most important part of any content strategy is honing your storytelling skills.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Image from Flickr by Xurble. Here are a few images from the charity: water website that show how they employ social proof. You can then make each testimonial a piece of content for your social channels by quoting the best parts in an image. Harness the Power of Storytelling.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

Some of my favorite causes have captured my loyalty and heart strings through amazing use of video and images. Last year, I blogged about what a hoot the AARP voting video was. The use of telling stories through photos has also been discussed here various times, with tips on different photo-sharing and slideshow tools discussed.

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