OneCause

MARCH 27, 2023

There are four session tracks to challenge fundraising innovation:  Event & Auction Fundraising, Fundraising Strategy & Donor Engagement, Peer-to-Peer & Online Giving, and Storytelling & Brand. Share your story with fellow Raise attendees. With past locations varying from Chicago, IL to Washington, D.C.,

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

Raises more funds by sharing compelling stories about your mission. Your nonprofit marketing approach relies on stories, statistics, and emotional appeals to connect with potential supporters on a more personal level to rally support for your cause. Increases volunteer engagement through public recognition of their work.

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CauseVox

MARCH 1, 2024

And for Oatly, that is on purpose; I am exactly the customer they have in mind. For instance: Customer Relationship Management systems (CRMs): help us track donor interactions and giving histories. Donation History: Identify segments of donors by frequency of gifts, amount of giving, or those who may need to be reengaged.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 20, 2018

Everyone has a favorite story. Whether it comes in the form of a book, a comic, a movie or a video game, we all have stories that we like and ones that we decidedly dislike. Some of our favorite stories are fiction, and some of them are nonfiction. Some of our favorite stories are fiction, and some of them are nonfiction.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 26, 2024

A connected throughline of our shared humanity With that in mind, as I reflect on the influences, changes, and overall trends we have seen in employee engagement, philanthropy, and CSR in 2023, and those that are to come in 2024, I cannot help but be struck by the notion that it is not about specific trends or actions.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Use it to tell your story. Most nonprofits have volunteers with interesting experiences to share and they are typically happy to share their stories. Another great topic is the history of your organization. Mind blank of ideas? Her early career focused on content creation, engagement and digital storytelling work.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

As a nonprofit, you can enhance your credibility if you share your history and background with your supporters. Your NGO can use a variety of compelling storytelling methods to share your history with your supporters. Share your organization’s history on your various social media platforms in content bits.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Utilize storytelling in your communications. Utilize storytelling in your communications You have probably heard this advice before but it’s not always clear exactly how you actually achieve it. Storytelling is important because it helps your audience better understand and connect with the work you’re doing. Let’s dive in!

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 30, 2022

Utilize storytelling in your communications. Utilize storytelling in your communications You have probably heard this advice before but it’s not always clear exactly how you actually achieve it. Storytelling is important because it helps your audience better understand and connect with the work you’re doing. Let’s dive in!

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Candid

DECEMBER 23, 2021

There was never any doubt in our minds that diversity was a top priority for the Ford, however difficult, and that never left us for the rest of our lives. Ford Foundation had a history of working on issues of racial discrimination in Brazil. I can’t tell you how proud I am to be a grantee!” I fought very hard to join Ford Foundation.

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Care2

AUGUST 24, 2011

Whether you are part of a nonprofit organization, an action campaign, a local community, or a school, you know that it is through stories you can showcase your work, change people's minds, inspire them to make change, or join you to make a difference. Animoto Animoto isn't a new tool, but it is still in my top five.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Using a tool like Animato can make it easy for your nonprofit to create DYI videos, but to be successful you need to develop a strategy and use compelling storytelling. Jane Goodall Institute: Storytelling on Facebook and beyond with square videos. However, storytelling isn’t enough. It should be. The lesson?

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CauseVox

APRIL 12, 2022

Having a number in mind provides a reference point for the donor in terms of a decision rather than having them think through how much to donate. If you’re doing 1:1 fundraising, we encourage referencing an individual’s donor history. Storytelling. Storytelling is key.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 18, 2023

Give each persona a name and story Assign each donor persona a name and create a brief narrative that describes their background, motivations, and relationship with your organization. Common segmentation criteria for nonprofits include such as age, location, interests, communication preferences and donation history.

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Kindful

APRIL 5, 2021

You’ll need to determine what you are trying to convey to viewers: Are you trying to tell your story? With a goal in mind, you can begin to build your nonprofit video. Story and mission video. Story and mission video. Research shows that stories can be up to 22 times more memorable than just facts. Thank you video.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

with a BA in history and a minor in nonprofit management. We want to ensure you’re prepared to share your nonprofit’s story and successfully navigate this worldwide giving event! GivingTuesday 2021 Storytelling. By focusing on the impact, you’ll be able to connect with donors’ hearts and minds. Share your story.

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Everyaction

JULY 18, 2018

The best fundraising strategic plan tells a complete, organized, and analytics-based story that your team can actually use to help your campaign be more successful. Here's a brief description of the elements to include in your case statement: Mission + History. We created this guide to help you build just that. Start with who you are.

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NTEN

MARCH 18, 2011

We shared our stories of what it means to be a "woman in tech" (consensus: we have no idea) and bonded over funny/sad experiences in our careers. Kara shared a poignant story about her response when asked by her boss how to best handle an issue. She has since learned to be confident and not be afraid to speak her mind.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Repeat what works – Keep using effective stories, calls to action, and emotional appeals. ” For nonprofits, this shows the value of thoroughly researching your donors’ demographics, history, and motivations before crafting appeals. Don’t rely too much on gimmicks or guilt.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

She’s known for tackling seemingly impossible fundraising efforts and turning them into success stories. My mind was a sponge. CA: As an “accidental” fundraiser originally focused on securing an advanced degree in art history, I can say without hesitation that you do not. This ultimately led to full-time employment.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

By telling the right stories in the right way, you can lure visitors to your donation page and inspire them to give. Something in the organization’s story stirs my heart, and the next thing I know I am on their donation page filling in my credit card number. It’s best to start with a short story.

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Non Profit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

This is well documented, and even the history of people describing themselves as white goes back to the slave trade. And I had two very specific ideas in mind when I was thinking about the soundtrack to accompany this poem. It’s not their story. And so, you know, that’s what I did. It’s about Chris, right?

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Focus on your donors Tell a story Include a donation form Engage your donors Thank your donors. Demographic information, giving history, event attendance records, and volunteer engagement are all great ways of categorizing your donors so you can write more specific donation asks. Tell a story. Focus on your donors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

#GivingTuesday is the biggest generosity movement in history. With more than 150 countries joining, and more than 14 billion impressions on social channels every year, it’s the perfect opportunity to tell your story to a global audience of people interested in making a difference through the power of social media. 4) Be creative.

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Global Giving

OCTOBER 12, 2011

Studies have shown that consumers remember a product or service after seeing a story. Q: What’s important for nonprofits to keep in mind during the goal-setting process for video? You want people to be inspired after they see your story. People really appreciate honest storytelling. You want it to be engaging.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

OCTOBER 3, 2018

It’s no secret that storytelling in the digital age is essential for nonprofits , but the efficacy of stories depends largely on how clearly and strategically they’re communicated to each unique segment of your audience, also sometimes known as a persona. Eddie Engager + Emma Event Attendee.

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Pamela Grow

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In this guide, we’ll highlight the following tips to help you improve your nonprofit website’s emotional appeals: Tell compelling stories. Tell compelling stories. Research has found that emotion-based storytelling in communications can trigger positive reactions through the release of brain chemicals like dopamine and oxytocin.

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Media Cause

JANUARY 20, 2023

Or maybe you work with women and want to amplify your programs or efforts during Women’s History Month. Learn more on SEO why SEO is important and 4 tips to improve your SEO __ Every nonprofit has a powerful story to tell, and your content strategy is one of the most impactful ways to do so. Start writing.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

Now we have smartphones, whose data, when strung together forms the story of our lives. I can’t remember when I first heard, our identity is the story we repeat to ourselves. Our Stories. Today we have a wild abundance to the ways we collect our stories. What emerges is a story – your story.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Nadia Lopez—a woman who has made it her personal mission to show the students of Mott Hall Bridges Academy that, despite their turbulent circumstances and tough histories, they matter. Touched by the story, Brandon mobilized his passionate base of supporters in a fundraiser for Vidal, Ms. People connect through stories.

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Museum 2.0

MAY 14, 2014

Post the question that you are bringing to AAM or is most on your mind. storytelling session, talking about how I built confidence identifying as an activist. Mistakes Were Made" on Tuesday at 3:15 is always a fun, honest story-sharing experience if you need a break from the content-focused presentations.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 26, 2020

We wanted to share stories of that help and local support, otherwise everything would have been confounded in misery. There are people living amongst us who are globally minded and constantly thinking about those people living in those kinds of situations. Especially in a pandemic, stories are key for your marketing strategy.

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Museum 2.0

MAY 4, 2007

Two of the articles that most influenced me were written by Don Carson, Disney imagineer turned video game designer, about "environmental storytelling." (You When I read this list, my mind leaps to fantasy. The unifying story is espionage, and the game-like question: “Do you have what it takes to be a spy?” Where am I?

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

A volunteer recruitment letter is a more formal way of soliciting volunteers, but you can have your current volunteers personalize them for the prospects they have in mind. No matter what outlet you think might suit your target audience best, here are two tips that can help you work with the media to recruit volunteers: Pitch a story.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Video is a powerful way to tell a story and meaningfully get a message across to supporters. As iPhone video technology advances in quality, it’s certainly possible to make a great video with your iPhone — but keep in mind that this should be done with care if this is the tool you have to use. Include a call-to-action.

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M+R

JANUARY 26, 2023

Striving to make storytelling work given the constraints of time, space, the boss’s demands, evolving trends, and how dang hard it is to draw horses. I am furious , <FirstName> We are on the verge of passing the most significant climate legislation in history, and one single senator is blocking the way. This is my home.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

Up your storytelling game. Use an emotionally compelling image or a short story at the top of your form that illustrates what kind of positive impact your donors are having on your beneficiaries. To get the most out of your email newsletters, invitations, and updates, you need to have some best practices top of mind.

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