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Storytelling for Grant Writers: 10 Tactical & Stylistic Tips

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But what about some of your highest-impact communications— grant proposals ? 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? Stories make things real.

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Nonprofit Blog Writing 101: Best Practices, Tips & Tricks

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Another great topic is the history of your organization. That’s okay—mine the ideas your organization already has, like old grant proposals, newsletter content, informational handouts, and other similar sources for inspiration. Her early career focused on content creation, engagement and digital storytelling work. Just start.

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How To: Write Fundraising Auction Item Descriptions

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Incorporate Storytelling There’s no doubt that stories are powerful and evocative—we have plenty of books, movies, and TV shows as proof of that. While auction item descriptions should be concise, you can still incorporate storytelling elements to entice guests into bidding on your items. You might say something like, “Mr.

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Interview with Carolyn Appleton: How to Launch Your Grant Writing Career

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CA: As an “accidental” fundraiser originally focused on securing an advanced degree in art history, I can say without hesitation that you do not. A clear presentation of the facts and the argument in favor of support–and a well-targeted grant proposal that fits with the funder’s area(s) of interest–is often best.

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The 2019 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

The purpose of the conference is to expose future social sector leaders to a vibrant learning experience that promotes best practices, innovative thinking and awareness of the full scope of the sector. Learn about new and proposed accounting and auditing standards and how they will impact not-for-profit entities and their auditors.

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10 Practical Tips for Engaging Board Members In Fundraising

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When you understand the reasons they’re not willing to help, you can start putting together some practical solutions that will change your board members from “reluctant fundraiser” to “enthusiastic supporter.” You can even take a portion of a board meeting to go around the table and have your board practice sharing their fundraising story.

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The 2018 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

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The purpose of the conference is to expose future social sector leaders to a vibrant learning experience that promotes best practices, innovative thinking and awareness of the full scope of the sector. Learn about new and proposed accounting and auditing standards and how they will impact not-for-profit entities and their auditors.