Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2024

This versatile tool can generate text, translate languages, create diverse forms of creative content, and more. As pioneers in the nonprofit tech space, Qgiv also offers AI solutions with Fundraising IQ to generate emails, recommend auction items, suggest campaign improvements, and more!

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Storytelling is a strategic tool that has been used since the beginning of humanity to transmit a meaningful message to others. Nonprofits can also make use of storytelling to engage their audience , get their attention, and influence them to change their behavior and take action. Know Your Goals. Select Your Audience.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Your organization’s social media strategy should be a carefully structured plan with SMART goals, posting frequency, key dates (like an awareness month tied to your mission), and content guidelines for posts. Paid social media can help you further your nonprofit’s reach so you can reach and surpass the SMART goals you set.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

The Power of Events in Nonprofit Fundraising Events are a game-changer for nonprofits, and here’s why: Raise funds : Events help you generate funds through ticket sales, sponsorships, auctions, and donations. Ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations all add to your fundraising goals.

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CauseVox

JULY 31, 2023

Through a combination of fundraising efforts, community engagement, and storytelling, Giving Days aim to create a surge of donations and raise awareness about the vital work your nonprofit organization is doing. Set Clear Goals It is important to define your fundraising target, donor engagement goals and impact-oriented objectives.

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

That’s why we often say that advocacy is for everyone: when decisions are being made that affect your organization’s work, mission, and vision, it just makes sense to get involved, unite your supporters, and move them to take action with you in pursuit of a specific mission-oriented goal.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2023

Using CauseVox’s platform, Endure To Cure exemplifies the power of peer-to-peer fundraising by mobilizing almost 1000 individuals to donate to the Pediatric Cancer Foundation. With CauseVox’s free platform fee and donation tipping feature, fundraisers can maximize the impact of their campaigns by keeping 100% of the funds raised.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Before you begin developing your nonprofit marketing campaign, don’t forget to set meaningful goals for what you want to accomplish. These can be quarterly or annual goals. You can also align your marketing targets with other current goals for your organization, such as focusing on donor acquisition or stewardship. Social media.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 19, 2021

In our first Countdown to GivingTuesday blog post we covered tips for determining goals, using impact to drive storytelling, and planning communications. What feelings do the stories generate? What takeaway actions do the stories generate? Tip : Revisit your communication goals. Build Your GivingTuesday Committee.

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sgEngage

APRIL 20, 2023

Your fundraising campaigns are usually geared toward reaching a specific goal. BWF’s steps to annual giving encourage storytelling through your annual giving campaign. At the beginning of your annual giving campaign, generate excitement with a kickoff event. Promote your events using multiple platforms.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

That’s why it’s important to plan ahead, set goals, and brainstorm some Giving Tuesday campaign ideas several weeks or months in advance. Wondering what kind of campaign would best serve your goals? Video] GivingTuesday.org: Goal Setting for Giving Tuesday. The Power Of Storytelling For Fundraising. Thanking Donors.

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2023

This means that getting board members to ask their personal network for money is the fastest way to hit your board fundraising goals. They simply need to be good storytellers. There are many platforms opening up that are very specialized in the areas of grant writing, corporate sponsorship, crowdfunding, and more.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

With an in-person event, attendees browse items displayed on a table and place bids on their favorites using paper bid sheets or a mobile bidding platform. A silent auction event provides a platform for your nonprofit to share mission-related information and updates. Set fundraising and supporter engagement goals for the auction.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 7, 2020

Regardless, setting up the right goals in your Google Analytics account will give you insight into your audiences, and your nonprofit website performance. They have a command of storytelling that invites an emotional response, moving the reader to engage with the organization in a few desired ways. What are Google Analytics goals?

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Forum One

APRIL 28, 2010

I also had the privilege of speaking on another Online Storytelling panel with Roger Burks and Jay Davis. This live session rounded out our Online Storytelling Bootcamp webinar series with a focus on how to create a culture of storytelling within one's organization. Have everyone buy into the idea that storytelling matters!

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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. Lastly, social media platforms are facing increased scrutiny and regulation.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 18, 2023

Goal Setting as a Foundational Fundraising Basic Any fundraising campaign should start with realistic goal setting. To set effective goals, use the S.M.A.R.T Measurable: Ensure your goal is measurable to track progress and success. You’ll see that we noted a few non-financial goals in our examples.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Press Forward funders have coalesced around an aspirational goal to move from individual grantmaking strategies to a shared vision and coordinated action. Digital disruption : The rise of digital platforms and online advertising has disrupted traditional revenue models for local news, making it difficult for many outlets to adapt.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

As AI technology continues to advance, it’s likely that nonprofits will increasingly rely on AI prompts to achieve their goals. 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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EveryAction

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Once you know what qualifies as success, Amy suggests setting your goals based on benchmarks you've established for your organization, although this is a good place to start. Goal: Engagement Metric: Overall Engagement Rate. If your goal is to engage + build relationships with your audience (hopefully it is!),

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 14, 2009

Now to dig into this topic because it combines a couple of interest - storytelling with social media and working in a networked way. Lina offers a concise definition of Transmedia Storytelling , a concept and term coined by Henry Jenkins. It’s likely time to add storytelling to the task list.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

These 31 ideas for online fundraising for nonprofits will help you reach your yearly goals and have fun while you do it! However, modern platforms, smartphones, and short video formats allow nonprofits to take advantage of this powerful tool in a number of ways. Here are 10 ways to use video in online fundraising for nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

Though increasingly rare to find an auto-generated, unclaimed page, they do exist. Content that focuses on thought leadership, rather than inspirational storytelling, best serves the tone of the LinkedIn community. Be generous with endorsing the skills of others as endorsements are often reciprocated. For example: 1.

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Care2

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Could a new site called Hatch help nonprofits get over their storytelling hump? Hatch is a concierge-like site that connects you to a curated suite of the best tools, resources, case studies, and a growing community of storytellers to help generate more social impact through story.

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Qgiv

JULY 27, 2021

Julia: My framework that I use with my clients is 80/20: 80% of your posts should be informative, educational, inspirational, helpful, valuable, shedding light on your programs, storytelling, etc. You need to understand the platforms that you’re using. You have to do those four tasks on each platform! 20% can be promotional.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Remember that if you’re just starting out, building up your platform takes time. On social media, storytelling is a powerful tool that can draw in people who have stumbled across your platform. On social media, storytelling is a powerful tool that can draw in people who have stumbled across your platform.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 2, 2021

Cause Camp’s goal is to leave you informed and inspired, ready to take on any challenge. We will be using an all-in-one platform for virtual events and a networking space. Julia is the author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits and has a new book coming out this fall on nonprofit social media strategies. “The

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Achieve

AUGUST 12, 2021

volunteer fundraisers to brush up on your storytelling abilities. . To increase visibility across networks, double-check that your peer-to-peer fundraising platform offers social sharing capabilities. Social integrations should include leading platforms like Facebook and Twitter as well as standard email sharing. Salsa Labs. ,

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Whether you’re personally into them or not, social media platforms offer opportunities for connection that go far beyond your database contact list. Remember that technology, content, and data are not just buzzwords; they’re powerful allies in achieving your organization’s goals.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the book Nonprofit Sustainability: Making Strategic Decisions For Financial Viability , authors Jeanne Bell and Steve Zimmerman offer a handy framework for approaching different revenue generation programs. Let’s revisit the above scenarios and see what this looks like when using a platform like Neon CRM. You’ll be able to do both.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

When leveraged with other communication channels, direct mail can generate significant engagement and gift-giving from donors. This shows that appreciation for this communication channel is growing among younger generations. Some of your supporters may not engage with digital platforms like social media or email regularly.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 19, 2023

After all, according to Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, “A goal without a plan is just a wish.” Instead, make your fundraising goals a reality by using a strategic fundraising plan. To learn more about nonprofit storytelling, check out our comprehensive guide to nonprofit storytelling. You don’t just set a goal and wait.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 12, 2023

How Project Access Northwest’s used Video Storytelling to Create Impactful Communication with Supporters In the world of nonprofits, effective communication with supporters is crucial for success. Organizations need to express gratitude, share accomplishments, and generate excitement for upcoming initiatives.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 6, 2013

One of the more effective ways to generate buzz for and traffic to your blog is to tap into the breaking news cycle. If your nonprofit is launching a new program or campaign, definitely write a blog post to share the news and summarize the new program or campaign’s goals. offers a 90-minute webinar on blogging on WordPress.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Though originally focused on advertising, Ogilvy’s wisdom contains enduring truths around driving action and results that can aid any cause, even with today’s new tools and platforms. Apply those lessons to general advertising. Remember your goal is persuading consumers. Creativity matters only if it sells.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 25, 2019

Once you’ve decided on a voice that would best resonate with your audience, build loyalty with them through immersive, personal storytelling. Choose a mission that clearly and specifically states your organization’s end goal, and don’t over-expand just to appeal to more people. And when you’re communicating that mission, be consistent!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

One of the more effective ways to generate buzz for and traffic to your blog is to tap into the breaking news cycle. If your nonprofit is launching a new program or campaign, definitely write a blog post to share the news and summarize the new program or campaign’s goals. Definitely integrate your blog posts with your e-newsletter.

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