Bloomerang

AUGUST 31, 2022

Nonprofit storytelling refers to a specific way of communication that organizations use to personalize their mission. It gives your audience a tangible transformation to observe through the sharing of the written word, photos, testimonials, and videos. How can storytelling improve your nonprofit’s communication strategy?

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The Storytelling Non-profit

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

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. Today, I want to help get the most out of your non-profit storytelling efforts by helping you decide where to take your work next. Non-Profit Storytelling: Your Next Best Step.

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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. Why You Need a Good Story Strong, effective storytelling for nonprofits can accomplish lots of good things: Connects your audience to those you serve. Your donation of $7.32

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 25, 2024

Did you ever stop to consider that storytelling is your organization’s currency? After all, this ancient art form has the power to literally move your audience to give, support and share the important work you do with the world. Click the image below to view this week’s MotivateMonday episode.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The answer lies in the power of storytelling. Pattern recognition: A storytelling superpower Our brains are wired to recognize patterns. Amplify impact through storytelling Storytelling in fundraising isn’t just about what you tell; it’s about how you tell it. The power of stories Why stories?

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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. Telling a good story can also give your donors confidence that your nonprofit is making an impact and that their donations are used effectively. What is Nonprofit Storytelling? To that aim, there are two important terms to know.

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Achieve

MARCH 18, 2024

Let’s take a look at why storytelling matters for nonprofit grant writing and actionable ways you can start telling more compelling stories in your proposals. Why Does Storytelling Matter for Grant Writers? Storytelling matters in grant writing for two key reasons: Stories help you stand out. Stories make things real.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 12, 2022

They give to your non-profit because they want to see a change in the world and be part of making it happen. That’s where storytelling comes in. – We’re digging deep now to give context and meaning to the numerical impact your organization has. Having an impact or being part of an impact is motivating to donors.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

In fact, storytelling encompasses blog writing, advertising, and stewardship efforts. There are several ways to hone your storytelling craft. Here are four nonprofit storytelling strategies that will help you attract new supporters and keep them for years to come: Maintain the right tone of voice.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 3, 2021

A donor’s first experience with your organization should be a good one as it can be the difference between turning them into a repeat supporter or someone who gives once and never again. . By making them the hero of the story, they are more likely to see why their donation and support is so needed—and be inspired to give again.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 1, 2021

To get information that helps you tell a great non-profit story, you’ll need great storytelling interview questions. For many of the non-profit professionals that I work with, story interviews are one of the most challenging aspects of storytelling. 25 storytelling interview questions to inspire your next story interview.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 16, 2023

How to Create Compelling Narratives that Drive Greater Giving Nonprofits rely on donations to fund their programs and achieve their mission. One way to differentiate your organization and drive greater giving is through the power of storytelling. Donors are more likely to give when they feel a personal connection to your cause.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 18, 2022

A problem or conflict in a story naturally builds a case for giving. This is where your storytelling work boils down to effective messaging. A big part of storytelling is finding your angle for telling the story. The post Non-Profit Storytelling: What If There Is No Conflict? That’s just the nature of the beast.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

By Jess Woloszyn , Content Specialist at Classy.org – a social enterprise that creates world-class online fundraising software for nonprofits, modernizing the giving experience to accelerate social impact around the world. Giving Tuesday 2021 is right around the corner. billion on Giving Tuesday 2020 in the U.S

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2022

Storytelling has become a hot topic in non-profit fundraising. There’s a reason for this change: storytelling is extremely important to good fundraising. Two Types of Non-Profit Storytelling. In my experience, when we talk about “storytelling” in non-profit fundraising, we’re talking about one of two separate things.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 24, 2022

One of the best storytelling tips I can give you is to set yourself up for measurement success from the very beginning. The very best advice I can give you on storytelling is to always start with the end in mind. Storytelling is a tool that supports various fundraising and communications strategies and goals.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Whether you’re planning an advocacy or fundraising campaign, using a storytelling framework to create your calls to action can help you make emotional connections with your audience and ultimately move them to act. This storytelling framework asks you to answer three basic questions: Story of Self: Why have you been called to serve?

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 1, 2021

To get information that helps you tell a great non-profit story, you’ll need great storytelling interview questions. For many of the non-profit professionals that I work with, story interviews are one of the most challenging aspects of storytelling. 25 storytelling interview questions to inspire your next story interview.

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Qgiv

JULY 10, 2023

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. The benefits of strength-based messaging Strength-based messaging encourages long-term and recurring giving, rather than a one-time gift to meet an immediate need.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 14, 2021

In part two of this series on the skills you need to be a great nonprofit storyteller, I talk about how to engage your audience emotionally through creative storytelling. In this post, I’ll focus on the creative skills involved in storytelling. . In this post, I’ll focus on the creative skills involved in storytelling. .

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sgEngage

JULY 20, 2023

Here are five ways to prove impact through storytelling—and how you, the grantmaker, can help. Your role as a grantmaker could involve providing guidance on ethical and trauma-informed storytelling practices , ensuring that an individual’s story is shared with dignity and respect.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 21, 2021

In part three of this series on how to become a great nonprofit storyteller, I talk about the practical skills you need to tell an effective story. In part two, I touched on the storytelling elements that will inspire your audience and encourage them to take a desired action. . Read parts one and two. Is this story evergreen?

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Diversity, Equity And Inclusion in Nonprofit Storytelling. Give people the opportunity to share their stories in a way that empowers them. The post DEI in Nonprofit Storytelling: A Beginner’s Guide to Sharing Empowering Stories appeared first on Bloomerang. But how do you go about that? You can ask questions like: .

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The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Supercharge Giving Tuesday Contributions with an Optimized Donation Page With #GivingTuesday just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to put our heads together and think about how we can forge the best experience for those kind-hearted souls who are looking to support our mission.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 14, 2017

My colleague, Julia Campbell, has just published a book, “ Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits ” and was kind enough to share an advanced copy. This comprehensive book covers the following: Part One addresses storytelling readiness, especially now to transform your nonprofit’s culture.

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TechImpact

DECEMBER 9, 2014

With over 20 billion images shared to date, the Instagram community inspires innovative storytelling, from photo editing tips to composition to thematic content. Its mobile capabilities and connectivity gives non-profits […].

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CauseVox

AUGUST 31, 2023

Charitable giving took an unexpected dip of 10.5% Do Gen Z, the digital natives, give the same way as the Baby Boomers? Dive into our 2023 CauseVox Giving Study to unveil the distinct giving behaviors of different generations and the habits of high-earning donors. Get the lowdown on the latest giving trends.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

If you work for a nonprofit organization, you’ve likely heard that Giving Tuesday is one of the most important days of the year. Giving Tuesday Campaigns & Ideas. There are several ways you can participate in Giving Tuesday. Giving Tuesday Campaigns & Ideas. 4 Giving Tuesday Campaign Ideas For Your Nonprofit.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 27, 2022

Dive into the power of storytelling through our free virtual conference on June 7 & 8, 2022, where you’ll learn from fellow fundraisers, expert consultants, and trainers as they give away their secrets for telling your community about your impact. Your organization has a story worth sharing!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

charitable giving in 2018 was $428 billion, yet most international organizations are unaware about how the U.S. Understanding their needs, interests and why they give. Time: 1pm EST / 10am PST. Presented by: Elizabeth Ngonzi , Adjunct Faculty at New York University Center for Global Affairs and Former CEO of Afrika Tikkun USA.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 18, 2022

Using The Power Of Storytelling To Sell The Need. A great fundraiser is a great storyteller. The many flexibilities of storytelling lets you get creative with how you want to bring your donor on the journey with you, whether it’s a written appeal or a video. Pledge Donations. Why Compassion Services International Loves CauseVox.

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Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Monthly giving is vital. Did you know… “Sixty percent of donors under 35 give monthly.”. When you think about growing your nonprofit’s sustainer program, are you thinking about your monthly giving case for support? Have just a few donors who are giving on a monthly basis or a monthly giving program that’s slow to grow?

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Kindful

MAY 26, 2021

of storytelling will help you drastically increase your organization’s revenue and impact. As entrepreneurial expert Gary Vaynerchuk puts it, “Storytelling is by far the most underrated skill in business.” Additionally, Forbes names storytelling “the #1 most important career skill for the future.”

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 18, 2022

, making it a no-brainer to include in your marketing strategy for Giving Tuesday! But before you start sending out email blasts to all your donors, it’s well worth it to take time to fine tune your email fundraising strategies to get the most out of your Giving Tuesday communications. Focus on storytelling. Segment your donors.

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CauseVox

JULY 31, 2023

We have all seen the power of Giving Tuesday and how individuals across the world embrace the chance to give unsparingly for 24 hours. Your nonprofit can use Giving Days throughout the year to rally individuals, businesses, and organizations to drive significant change in a short amount of time. What Is A Giving Day?

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Classy

AUGUST 9, 2021

Giving Tuesday 2021 is right around the corner. To help you capitalize on the biggest donation day of the year, we’re answering top questions from nonprofits that are zeroing in on the year-end giving season. billion on Giving Tuesday 2020 in the U.S Create Your Giving Tuesday 2021 Master Plan.

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sgEngage

APRIL 20, 2023

Annual giving campaigns can raise money to cover your day-to-day expenses by bringing in a steady stream of funding. Annual giving covers a nonprofit or university’s efforts to raise ongoing, generally unrestricted donations throughout the year that will help fund regular operations. Make the most of giving days.

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