Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Also discussed are low-cost or free photo-editing tools that allow nonprofits to create images that not only work well on Pinterest, but also on other social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. Related Links: Fall Webinar Special for Nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Also discussed are low-cost or free photo-editing tools that allow nonprofits to create images that not only work well on Pinterest, but also on other social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. Related Links: Summer Webinar Special for Nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 5, 2012

Also discussed are low-cost or free photo-editing tools that allow nonprofits to create images that not only work well on Pinterest, but also on other social networking sites. Related Link: Summer Webinar Special for Nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2013

Also discussed are low-cost or free photo-editing tools that allow nonprofits to create images that not only work well on Pinterest, but also on other social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. Related Links: Spring Webinar Special for Nonprofits.

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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Also discussed are low-cost or free photo-editing tools that allow nonprofits to create images that not only work well on Pinterest, but also on other social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. Related Links: Summer Webinar Special for Nonprofits.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 11, 2011

. —– I’m really excited by tools that enable digital or transmedia storytelling. I recently attended the US launch event for Historypin is a new (and free) application for Android, iPhone, or the web that arranges photos, videos, and text in the context of time and location (leveraging the Google Maps API).

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

Use these questions to guide your storytelling strategies and then add your text, images, video clips, and even narration to Adobe Spark Video! Distill your message down into a couple of sentences; then use supportive video clips, images, or icons to visually represent your point. Image 1: TechSoup. Image 4: 'āina.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 5, 2014

From print fundraising appeals to digital annuals reports to compelling storytelling through tweets and status updates, the social science of online behavior confirms again and again that messages are most effectively communicated through images. View: Creating a Cruelty-Free World. Video Infographics. Responsive Infographics.

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Tell Your Story Effective storytelling deepens the connection between your organization and your donors, leading to more donations via social. Setting up a blog on Medium is a great way to start telling your nonprofit’s story (and it’s free). Promote the deadline and your progress with frequent posts on Facebook and Twitter.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 29, 2015

But what are the rules and where can you get good public domain or Creative Commons images to spice up your website? With the rise of visual social media (like Pinterest and Instagram), a clear trend in digital communications is more images and fewer words — even if you are communicating through your website or an email newsletter.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 16, 2024

Here are simple ways to use storytelling that will stick with your constituents and prompt them to support your cause. Even though we’re not all gifted storytellers, artificial intelligence can make us look like we are. Add images to every touchpoint. Tell a Powerful (and Personal) Story Humans are hardwired for narrative.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

If your nonprofit has a Twitterer on staff, then set them free to tweet. Before you follow any account, ensure that your profile is complete with (1) a well-designed profile photo and header image; (2) a bio that expresses clearly your organization’s mission; and (3) a link to your website.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 26, 2015

Oh stock images. Here are a few key considerations to help you choose fantastic images for your site. Are You Treating Your Images as Content? Good, this is important: Photos and other images should never be used just as decoration. Good, this is important: Photos and other images should never be used just as decoration.

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Neon CRM

JULY 13, 2023

It’s an easy, free way to mobilize current supporters to spread the word about your cause and encourage their networks to donate on a day dedicated specifically to giving. Launch a Storytelling Campaign Studies have proven that storytelling is much more effective than fact-sharing alone.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

Content created by TechSoup is available to reuse by any nonprofit or library (for free!), Creative Commons has devised a set of six free and easy-to-use copyright licenses. We share Creative Commons' belief in the free flow of information. Take advantage of all of TechSoup's best digital storytelling resources.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 4, 2012

The panel "The New Connectivity: Storytelling for the Digital Age" focused on best practices for nonprofits and other social good organizations to spread their message over social media. Learn More About Digital Storytelling. Image: Ginny Mies. Heroic Stories Capture Nonprofit Audiences.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 29, 2016

We know that good stories power fundraising and marketing, so join one of our events to discover powerful case studies and connect with digital storytelling experts in your community. Looking for inspiration or hands-on help with your digital storytelling? NetSquared groups are holding free events all month. Thursday, March 31.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Storytelling and social media – these terms have certainly been thrown around a lot this year! Great storytelling and successful social media campaigns are completely interconnected. Image courtesy of No Kid Hungry. Image from TrickleUp’s Facebook. I firmly believe in the latter.

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

By acknowledging my role as a monthly donor, the email made me feel like an integral part of a larger community – a group of like-minded individuals dedicated to preserving the essence of free knowledge. Click the image below to download this What’s in My Inbox example.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

You can run a competition, giving away free perks to the member that contributes to the best photo. Creating tweetable images, which members can tweet with the click of a button, can be a great way to get more people to share your content. 6) Use video and live streaming for storytelling. Run competitions and giveaways.

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Classy

JUNE 16, 2021

Free Download: Understanding the True Financial Potential of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising. Storytelling Examples. Storytelling is a key way to connect donors to your campaign and humanize the fundraising process. Download the Guide to Nonprofit Storytelling. Thank You and Welcome Messages. High-Level Tips for Success.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Storytelling is also a powerful tool to engage your stakeholders, especially with compelling images and graphics. Download our free whitepaper to learn more tips to level up your next annual report! Think about creative ways to feature member achievements. Ask if any will submit a story or picture to showcase their success.

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Neon CRM

JANUARY 19, 2024

Use the free member renewal letter template and best practices laid out in the article below to compose your message. At the same time, you’ll need a slightly more formal public relations initiative that shapes and maintains your organization’s image. Webinar Next-Level Storytelling Tactics for Nonprofits Learn More 5.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Qgiv: [Free Ebook] 2020 #GivingTuesday Ultimate Guide. Qgiv put together a free ebook packed full of helpful resources. As you prepare your marketing plan, you’ll need a variety of assets like graphics, images, banners, and messaging. Make your emails are unique and effective with these email storytelling tips.

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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. Free photo editing tools like PicMonkey and Photo Gallery enable your NGO to easily re-size and crop photos. 1) Tell your NGOs’ story in photo essay format.

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See3

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

Ever seen an awesome video that reaffirms your faith in humanity and wondered how video creators can put so much emotion into a short but powerful combination of sound and images? The post The Video Creative Brief [FREE TEMPLATE] appeared first on See3. We’d love to hear more about it.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

2 Increased Efficiency in business writing AI prompts can automate many routine tasks and interactions, freeing up staff time and resources. 5 Creative Content beyond text Generative AI tools are becoming very powerful storytelling aids. Whether it is images, audio, or videos, generative AI tools are able to 10x the production.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Based upon the knowledge and experience that the nonprofit sector has gained over the last 20 years of using websites and email for storytelling and fundraising, the webinar content below was presented August 23, 2016 to 1,662 nonprofit staff. To register for future free webinars, please see the Nonprofit Tech for Good Webinar Schedule.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 23, 2016

Based upon the knowledge and experience that the nonprofit sector has gained over the last 20 years of using websites and email for storytelling and fundraising, the webinar content below was presented August 23, 2016 to 1,662 nonprofit staff. To register for future free webinars, please see the Nonprofit Tech for Good Webinar Schedule.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 31, 2015

Every month, our meetup leaders host free in-person events in 60 cities. Atlanta, Georgia: Visual Storytelling: Using Digital Media. New York, New York: Data Storytelling and Data Visualization for Nonprofits. Baltimore, Maryland: Salesforce CRM Tutorial and Free Tech Help Session! Friday, September 11, 2015.

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Forum One

MARCH 8, 2021

We designed and developed a custom website that includes a powerful and integrated storytelling component—“Profiles in Peace”—that allows GIWPS to create its own voice on the platform where site visitors can view videos and oral histories from around the globe. Telling stories through images of empowerment.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Every dollar counts in the fundraising world, so the free marketing that social media provides can be crucial to raising awareness for your cause without breaking your budget. Other outreach methods for engaging your community can start to be costly, but outside of paid advertising, social media is free!

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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. All of these are great examples of using video and images to tell compelling, poignant, and memorable stories about the important work nonprofits contribute for the benefit of the world.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

We know that good stories power fundraising and marketing, so join one of our free events to discover powerful case studies and connect with digital storytelling experts in your community. Naples, Florida: #Storymakers 2017: Creating Images and Video with Adobe Spark. Storytelling and Content Strategy Best Practices.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Use Images to Visualize and Explain. Images make content 55 percent more memorable than words (or so says the author of this presentation ). Well-utilized images can enhance and reinforce your messages like they do in this example. Importantly, do not use images just to decorate. Image 1 : Damon Nofar. spanhidden.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 1, 2017

Effective storytelling means nonprofits can reach more people, touch more hearts, and create bigger impact. TechSoup's NetSquared meetups will bring local nonprofits free digital storytelling workshops in more than 40 cities between August and October. Kigali, Rwanda: Storytelling Event. Friday, August 11, 2017.

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