Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

As nonprofit professionals, we’re constantly seeking effective ways to enhance our fundraising events. The answer lies in the power of storytelling. The power of stories Why stories? Stories have a unique capability to connect deeply with people. The impact of this event went beyond fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

By Elizabeth Ngonzi , is an Adjunct Faculty at New York University Center for Global Affairs where she teaches Digital Storytelling, Innovation and Fundraising. Storytelling is core to how we as human beings communicate. Storytelling Framework. Ideal Digital Storytelling Ecosystem. Digital Storytelling Framework.

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Donorbox

MARCH 17, 2023

Storytelling has been a part of human communication for centuries. Stories are how we connect with each other, how we learn new things, and how we make meaning from our experiences. Storytelling is an important tool for nonprofits, too!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

And this is where storytelling comes in. Stories are a great way to inspire action, get thousands of “likes” and online followers, further spreading your message across social networks. So, what makes an effective storytelling campaign? It is not enough for your storytelling campaign to evoke feelings of sympathy.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 9, 2020

Ngonzi on Twitter and LinkedIn and register for her upcoming on March 24, Digital Storytelling to Access, Attract and Activate U.S. International organizations planning their fundraising strategies for the new decade and looking for new funding sources may be wondering how to maximize their success in attracting U.S. Please follow Ms.

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Charity Village

APRIL 18, 2024

These are the stories that make your cause worth donating to. These are the stories that explain why you do […] The post Storytelling with social media: Amplifying your nonprofit’s impact appeared first on CharityVillage.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 30, 2014

Your brain loves a good story. There is a distinct chemical reaction that happens in one’s brain when they’re reading a compelling or interesting story. This same chemical is also created when you’re reading stories. For example, donating money to charities that are associated with that great story or narrative.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 24, 2022

Whether you tell stories in your fundraising or communications program, chances are you want to understand the impact and return on investment (or ROI) of the stories you tell. One of the best storytelling tips I can give you is to set yourself up for measurement success from the very beginning.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

The landscape of nonprofit fundraising has changed dramatically in 2024. Imagine your nonprofit’s social media fundraising strategy as planning a trip to a new country. Ready to meet (and exceed) your 2024 fundraising goals? Instead, share your mission through stories and behind-the-scenes looks at your work.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 5, 2022

Stories are an incredible tool for non-profit fundraising. Stories help non-profits illustrate their compelling reasons for giving in a way that makes sense to people who aren’t doing the work day in and day out. And when a fundraising appeal is easy to understand, there’s one less barrier to someone donating.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Nonprofit storytelling remains a timeless and powerful tool for connecting with potential donors. As we gear up for GivingTuesday, the perfect opportunity to engage supporters and boost fundraising efforts, it’s crucial to refine your narrative strategy. Who are they? What motivates them?

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Everyone loves a good story, and your skills in storytelling for nonprofits can make the difference between getting big bucks and donation requests that fall flat. The good news is that great stories are all around you. EVERY nonprofit has stories to tell! What Makes a Good Story?

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The Storytelling Non-profit

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Has your non-profit told stories? Are you trying to figure out how to get better results from the stories you tell? You’re in for a treat in this article as we’re going to talk about how to find your next best step in non-profit storytelling. We don’t want to tell stories just for the sake of telling stories.

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Achieve

MARCH 18, 2024

Successful nonprofits know that humans respond to stories. The right story catches our attention and makes us more willing to listen to the hard numbers and details that ultimately convince us to take action. Why Does Storytelling Matter for Grant Writers? Stories make things real.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2023

The reason storytelling is so effective at capturing people’s attention is simple. In fact, our brains are hardwired to respond to stories. This means the story you share about your mission-driven work can motivate everyone—from your potential and existing donors to your staff and board members. It’s human.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 31, 2022

Nonprofit storytelling refers to a specific way of communication that organizations use to personalize their mission. And once shared effectively, storytelling will change the game for your organization. We tell stories. But don’t just take it from me – Forbes named storytelling the #1 most important career skill of the future.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 16, 2023

However, in a crowded fundraising landscape, it can be challenging to stand out and capture the attention of potential donors. One way to differentiate your organization and drive greater giving is through the power of storytelling. People connect with stories that are relatable and personal. Make it Easy to Donate.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes From Stories to Support: The Nonprofit’s Guide to Acquiring and Using Testimonials Imagine harnessing the power of authentic stories to attract new supporters, boost credibility, and inspire people to rally behind your nonprofit’s cause. Steps to Gather and Utilize Testimonials 1.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 25, 2024

Did you ever stop to consider that storytelling is your organization’s currency? If you don’t know where to start in finding your best stories, this Lessons from MotivateMonday is your roadmap! Click the image below to view this week’s MotivateMonday episode.

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Hands on Fundraising

APRIL 6, 2021

The post Fundraisers: use stories, not statistics appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising. And compelling. Gather the Daughters, by Jennie Melamed) But it did what I look to fiction to do. It took me away, to […].

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Stories are powerful. It’s incredibly important for nonprofits to tell stories about their organization and the people they serve. Storytelling for nonprofits is an avenue to connect with donors and help them relate to your work. What is Nonprofit Storytelling? To that aim, there are two important terms to know.

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DonorPerfect

JANUARY 9, 2023

Nonprofit storytelling isn’t a “nice-to-have,” it’s a fundamental part of your work. Your organization’s powerful stories are the foundation of your identity, showing who you are as people, what you do to make a difference in your community, and what makes you unique to other nonprofits doing similar work.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Uncover the Benefits of Maps for Nonprofit Fundraising. You’ve heard that the power of storytelling is essential when it comes to educating people about your cause and converting people into supporters. It is often much more effective to use as few words as possible and let images tell the stories for us.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 29, 2021

We’ve all heard how important stories are to fundraising communications. But how do you actually pick a great story? And more importantly, how do you take a great story and turn it into a great fundraising story? . To have a great fundraising story, you need a few key things.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

MARCH 7, 2022

Story arcs play an important role in non-profit narrative development. We often place a lot of emphasis on individual stories and use those individual stories in fundraising and communications. Why Non-Profits Need to Think in Story Arcs. Over time, a season in the case of a TV show, a story arc reveals itself.

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DonorPerfect

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

We all know a good story when we hear one. So that begs the Read More » The post Multiply the Impact of Your Nonprofit Through Storytelling appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs. Many of us even have that one that transports us.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 25, 2024

How to make sure you have the right fundraising auction item descriptions to entice your guests to bid on them. Auctions are a popular event for nonprofits to put on their fundraising calendars , whether hosted as a standalone affair or part of a larger function, such as a charity gala. But how do you write a great description?

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether you’re looking to brush up on best practices for annual appeals, boost your fundraising game on social media this GivingTuesday , or build expert storytelling skills to win over supporters this giving season and beyond, we’ve got you covered with this list of 12 free nonprofit books. So is almost every other nonprofit.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 31, 2022

In our roles as non-profit storytellers, we often need others to tell us their stories so that we have material to work with. We need to collect and share individual stories that highlight our organization’s impact and show the difference we’re making in the world.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Story interviews (or narrative interviews) are almost always necessary in order to tell a rich, interesting story. When you are able to talk to someone directly about a story, you can ask questions the help you gather key facts, details, and emotions to tell a compelling story. I hope that they inspire you!

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 18, 2022

When writing a story to raise money, an essential part of the story is a conflict. A problem or conflict in a story naturally builds a case for giving. However, many students and clients I work with compare their cause with others and doubt that they have a compelling enough conflict for a story.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 17, 2022

The power of sharing a personal story is well documented. We love hearing stories. And during these times, stories have the power to help us feel less alone in our very human experiences. By hearing a personal story, donors and non-donors can understand the impact of your mission and see it in action. I know, I know.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Join us and learn the four key elements of community storytelling: Inclusion, Attention, Reputation & Validation, and Action. Asking donors to share their donor stories and including all donors’ perspectives, regardless of the donation amount, can create a stronger and more resilient community around the organization.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Join us and learn the four key elements of community storytelling: Inclusion, Attention, Reputation & Validation, and Action. Asking donors to share their donor stories and including all donors’ perspectives, regardless of the donation amount, can create a stronger and more resilient community around the organization.

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Qgiv

JULY 10, 2023

Across the fundraising landscape, there is broad interest in reaching prospects and donors with more inclusive, equitable, and responsible messages. As new thinking continues to emerge and donor positioning shifts, ethical storytelling is evolving, and a new messaging strategy, called strength-based messaging , has emerged.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 6, 2021

This is part one of a series on the skills you need to be a great nonprofit storyteller. Good communication is the key to being an effective fundraiser, building strong relationships, leading well, and serving the people you’re working to help. Storytelling is one of the most powerful forms of communication. I have good news!

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Digital communications have become ever more important over the last year and a half, and visual storytelling is a critical part of an effective strategy. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Why visual storytelling matters to fundraising. Ways that organizations can make donors the heroes of the stories they’re telling.

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