TechImpact

OCTOBER 30, 2014

According to a recent study published by the Harvard Business Review , a “trust chemical” is produced by your brain called Oxytocin, when you meet new people who you can identify as trustworthy. According to this study, the amount of Oxytocin the brain actually produces effectively predicted how willing people were to help others.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Storytelling for nonprofits is an avenue to connect with donors and help them relate to your work. Ethical storytelling for nonprofits produces stories that not only help nonprofits share their work and inspire donors but also honor the dignity of those the story is about. What is Nonprofit Storytelling? Stories are powerful.

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CauseVox

JULY 13, 2023

In this webinar we’ll unpack the strategies to achieve better viewer engagement and conversion in videos for digital fundraising. We’ll share case studies of success from our clients that you can model that have raised millions of dollars for big and small nonprofits. Case study review of successful video campaigns.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

As End of Year Fundraising quickly approaches we've started to think of what you can do now to ensure a successful fundraising season. With so many EOY campaigns , one of the most powerful ways for donors to connect with your cause is through the power of storytelling. 15 Minute Storytelling Workouts.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Have you ever cringed in embarrassment after writing a fundraising appeal letter that fell flat? Studies show that over 90 percent of readers read the PS before the letter. With this step-by-step guide and the accompanying resources, you are well-equipped to craft an exceptional fundraising letter. Happy fundraising!

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CauseVox

AUGUST 31, 2023

Dive into our 2023 CauseVox Giving Study to unveil the distinct giving behaviors of different generations and the habits of high-earning donors. Trust in Tales : Learn how storytelling, from real-life testimonials to impactful narratives, influences donor engagement across ages. But was this trend uniform across all donor categories?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 20, 2016

The reports listed below are just a small sampling of some of the research available to nonprofits on the subjects of online fundraising and social media. The data can be used to help your nonprofit craft a technology and fundraising strategic plan. 2016 Nonprofit Benchmarks Study :: Download. Published by M+R and NTEN.

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The Fundraising Authority

MARCH 28, 2021

In fact, recent studies show that each volunteer’s time is worth over $23 per hour. Storytelling is one of the most challenging aspects of donor cultivation. By reaching out to volunteers you can bypass much of the storytelling and advertising expense, which is traditionally required. Why not ask them to also give financially?

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Direct mail fundraising should be an integral part of your nonprofit’s direct response strategy. Direct mail fundraising can also feel more personal for donors, especially when your messaging aligns with their preferences. Top Direct Mail Fundraising FAQs What is direct mail fundraising? Let’s get started! Contact Us!

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

What if we could have a conversation about fundraising strategy with David Ogilvy, founder of Ogilvy a leading marketing/PR firm and deemed the ‘Father of Advertising’? Learn from direct response – Study annual appeals, door knocking, and other methods that inspire immediate action. Apply those lessons.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 22, 2013

However, as LinkedIn, Blogger and Myspace all celebrate their 10-year anniversary this year, nonprofits have now had a decade to study and experiment with social media and create systems for successfully launching and tracking the value of their social media campaigns. Using Twitter during fundraising events can result in 10X more.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

MAY 3, 2022

Any nonprofit organization dreams of having successful fundraising campaigns. Of course, managing a fundraising campaign can have a lot of parts and pieces. It can be a challenge to figure out how to manage them all while dealing with other day-to-day fundraising tasks.So, what is the key behind a successful fundraising campaign?

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 6, 2024

Only to be interrupted by a notification on your phone for a new *free* webinar promising the latest in fundraising innovation (probably something AI-related). Engaging, consistent donor communications provide the engine behind your fundraising program. SOFII The Showcase of Fundraising Innovation and Inspiration. Ann Handley.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 5, 2022

As non-profit organizations we write and send lots of fundraising letters or appeals every year. These fundraising efforts with your donors are key for your non-profit goals. HOW TO WRITE YOUR BEST FUNDRAISING LETTER By following these 8 key steps: 1. Sometimes it's difficult. Sometimes we run into writer's block.

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Pamela Grow

APRIL 15, 2021

Are your donors creating Facebook Fundraisers on your behalf? When it comes to social media, I’m hearing from small shop fundraisers who are exhausted from the never-ending posting. How are you empowering your donors to fundraise on your behalf on Facebook? My mantra, always, is “focus on what you can control.”.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 31, 2018

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. Year-end giving is a vital piece of the nonprofit fundraising puzzle, and the time when many organizations reap the harvest of the fundraising seeds they have sown all year long.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 31, 2022

We’ll also discuss why this time of year is so critical for fundraising efforts. . December 27-31: The final five days of the year are critical for year-end tax-deductibility messaging and are frequently the busiest fundraising days of the year when people begin to make gifts in earnest ahead of the tax deadline.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of nonprofit fundraising, having a branded and compelling online presence is more crucial than ever. 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.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2013

The reports listed below are just a small sampling of the research available to nonprofits about online communications and fundraising, social media, and mobile technology. For Nonprofits in the United States: 1) 2013 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study :: Download. 4) 2013 Online Marketing Nonprofit Benchmark™ Study :: Download.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 29, 2023

Our latest research through the CauseVox Giving Study, delves deep into the dynamics of today’s donor preferences, uncovering evolving challenges and unprecedented opportunities. Storytelling as a Trust Builder: Unveil the profound impact of real-life testimonials and narratives on donor engagement.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Evening meals sometimes went on for hours as we continued our storytelling. 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. But storytelling still plays a prominent role in all requests that I write.

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Neon CRM

JULY 13, 2023

While there are many fundraising opportunities nonprofits can leverage throughout the year, GivingTuesday is undoubtedly one of the biggest. The #GivingTuesday hashtag gets billions of impressions each year, which tells us that nonprofits participating in GivingTuesday need a social media strategy to maximize fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. While Facebook and Twitter may be waning a bit in popularity and usage, visual storytelling platform Instagram keeps growing in engagement and daily time spent on the site. .

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OneCause

MARCH 27, 2023

Raise 2023, presented by OneCause, is for nonprofit and fundraising professionals wanting to raise their fundraising game. RAISE is part interactive learning + part crowd-sourcing = and 100% FUNdraising! You will hear the newest ideas to level up your organization’s fundraising initiatives.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The end of the year is fast approaching and with it, your year-end fundraising campaign. Studies have shown that the last few weeks of the year are a time of heightened generosity and philanthropy. CauseVox’s Year-End Fundraising Fair was a mini-conference featuring 16+curated sessions with a big impact on year-end fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 3, 2015

The reports listed below are just a small sampling of some of the research available to nonprofits on the subjects of online fundraising and social media. The data can be used to help your nonprofit craft a technology and fundraising strategic plan. 2015 Nonprofit Benchmarks Study :: Download. Published by M+R and NTEN.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 18, 2023

Getting started with nonprofit fundraising can be a thrilling journey. To succeed, it’s important to grasp the basics of three strategies: email fundraising, direct mail fundraising, and fundraising events. acronym to guide your team through setting the right objectives for your fundraiser.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 5, 2019

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. In August 2018, Erin Turner, Product Manager for YouTube Giving, announced that they are rolling out a new suite of fundraising tools for nonprofits , including: Fundraisers.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 19, 2023

Fundraising is both an art and a science. To make fundraising a little easier for nonprofits, we put together this list of nonprofit fundraising best practices. Employ a strategic fundraising plan The first of our fundraising best practices for nonprofits is to employ a strategic fundraising plan.

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Qgiv

APRIL 28, 2021

An important part of being an effective fundraiser is staying up to date on current fundraising trends , industry best practices, and donor preferences. In addition to the info-packed sessions and workshops, these conferences provide invaluable opportunities to connect with other fundraisers, share ideas, and encourage each other. .

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Bloomerang

JULY 7, 2022

Sending a personalized, well-written appeal via direct mail can be one of the most impactful ways for schools to fundraise. Although some people think that all communication should happen online in this digital age, sending appeals through direct mail continues to be a critical fundraising strategy. Refer to the data.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

This is where the art and science of effective storytelling comes in. Increasingly, Nonprofits are Turning to Video for Storytelling. They embraced the power of video storytelling to do it. The evening was an incredible success, and you can watch a more detailed case study of what exactly made Variety Unbound so magical below.

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Candid

MARCH 22, 2022

But how exactly do you craft a story, and digital storytelling strategy, that will draw new supporters’ interest and spur your followers to act? In this two-part course you’ll learn how to use a simple storytelling framework and decision science to enhance the clarity of your organization’s digital communications.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 18, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes Unlock the fundraising potential of your nonprofit by understanding your target audience. Discover our step-by-step guide to connecting with donors who truly care about your mission, and watch your fundraising efforts thrive.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 25, 2016

It’s not easy to tell a good Snapchat story, but the nonprofits listed below are making a concerted effort to pioneer Snapchat storytelling. Doing so requires a willingness to experiment beyond traditional social media marketing and an understanding that there is no immediate payoff in terms of fundraising. United Nations .

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2021

Many of the most respected professionals run their own blogs to shed light on best practices, challenge the status quo, and even offer humor to help folks fundraise smarter. Claire Axelrad ( @charityclairity on Twitter) has been called a Fundraising Ninja, and we have to agree. Don’t let it be you! THE AGITATOR / DONOR VOICE.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Modern technology provides us all with new opportunities for storytelling, including new ways to approach the ever-important visual element. That is the topic of the most recent episode of The sgENGAGE Podcast: Visual Storytelling: A Picture is Worth 60,000 Words. Wrap our heads around the idea of visual storytelling.

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