The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Here are some suggestions to get started: Educational Endeavors: Host webinars and workshops spotlighting influential Latino figures who have added value to America’s prosperity. Share Their Stories: Launch storytelling campaigns to showcase the success stories and challenges Latinos face in your community.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 16, 2024

Do you have neighbors, doctors, or local business owners who might support your fundraising efforts? Here are simple ways to use storytelling that will stick with your constituents and prompt them to support your cause. Even though we’re not all gifted storytellers, artificial intelligence can make us look like we are.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

TechSoup is hosting a free, interactive webinar on how to harness the power of social media to drive fundraising results on September 19. Victoria, Canada: The Art of Digital Storytelling - A NetSquared Victoria Panel. Manchester, UK: Social Media Surgery, hosted by Manchester Community Central. Wednesday, September 18.

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DipJar

AUGUST 6, 2020

COVID-19 Friendly DipJar Fundraising: Lend your DipJar to a volunteer who can take it to their workplace to host a mini fundraiser. Ask a local coffee shop to place your DipJar on their register counter for a Charity Month. Ask your volunteers to clean out their closets and host a large yard sale that benefits your organization!

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Their donors, staff, and board members have extensive knowledge of local needs and organizations, and they also have relationships with local leaders in business, government, and education.

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Qgiv

APRIL 28, 2021

See if your state, local, or regional AFP branch is hosting a reception! You’ll meet up with fundraisers from your area and make valuable local connections. It’s a great chance to check out a local bar, introduce yourself to fundraisers, and ease into your conference experience with a fun, laid-back evening.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 6, 2023

See if there is a local designer who could provide their services as an in-kind donation and make your materials really pop. For broader reach, reach out to local newspapers, radio stations, and TV channels and pitch them on stories that highlight your fundraiser. Webinar Next-Level Storytelling Tactics for Nonprofits Learn More 9.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

After all, strong storytelling can help build meaningful connections with your audience and even move them to rally around your cause. Your Giving Tuesday match can come from many sources, including: A crowdfunding campaign you host in the months leading up to November. Local businesses that pitch in to make a difference.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Throughout the pandemic, we saw individuals far and wide rally around local and global causes and missions that were important to them. It looks like you untapping the potential of new donor pools, unlocking stronger supporter engagement, hosting a little more friendly competition, and bravely diversifying your approach.

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Qgiv

MARCH 1, 2023

From scientists to politicians, activists to storytellers, women have always played a major role in shaping society into what it is today. The theme was chosen in “recognition of women, past and present, who have been active in all forms of media and storytelling including print, radio, TV, stage, screen, blogs, podcasts, and more.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

Your nonprofit can have your best year-end campaign by incorporating data-driven planning, tapping into overlooked segments, crafting impactful storytelling strategies, maximizing digital fundraising channels, and cultivating donor fundraising and stewardship throughout the year. Keep reading to find out more! #1

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

By hosting a volunteer program, your organization can enable students, city officials, business owners, and other community members to get involved with a cause that aligns with their values and helps people in need, strengthening community ties in your area. Collaborate with local businesses.

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EveryAction

JULY 11, 2016

Major gifts, win-back programs, industry trends, data and testing, direct marketing, development planning, crowdfunding, fundraising on mobile, and the future of strategic storytelling - and that's just the first day! Young nonprofit pros are headed to Portland as the local chapter hosts YNPN’s annual conference. The Activate!

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 5, 2014

As my colleague Ale noted in her post a few days ago, the 2014 digital storytelling contest and event series (now called Storymakers ) has arrived! You'll not be able to participate as a "viewer" but you can showcase the excellent storytelling you may already be doing at your organization!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

Nonprofits tend to mostly tweet content about the sad state of affairs – international, national, state, and local. In truth, it is difficult to host a successful Twitter Chat if your nonprofit does not have a large, engaged following on Twitter. With so much stressful, depressing news in the world today, positive news stands out.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 9, 2023

Host Intimate Fundraising Events Hosting intimate fundraising events is a great way to engage your board members and raise money for your organization. They can also use their connections with local businesses and organizations to help you reach new audiences.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 23, 2022

Use a few impactful images as well to enhance your storytelling. Some social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook are primarily geared towards visual storytelling, so make sure you have impactful, attention-grabbing photos and videos to share with. This is especially important if you’re hosting a virtual or hybrid auction.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 13, 2023

Collaborating with local immigrant communities and organizations Teamwork makes the dream work! Sharing stories of immigrants’ experiences and successes Storytelling Night : Host an event where immigrants share their stories. Think art exhibitions, music and dance performances, film screenings, and food festivals.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 13, 2017

We had live t-shirts being printed, breakout yoga and meditation sessions, service work for a local nonprofit, oh… and a stellar lineup of thought leaders educating and interacting with attendees. On both day one and two, we had our emcee Marc Pitman host a panel with a few of our brightest minds in the house.

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sgEngage

MARCH 8, 2023

5 Million Reasons to Embrace Library Giving Day Created in 2019 by the Seattle Public Library Foundation, Library Giving Day was designed not only to increase financial support to local public libraries but also to raise awareness for the many programs local libraries provide to their communities.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

We are excited to host our annual national movement gathering in the Motor City. The Corps Network National Conference is an annual gathering of national, state, and local leaders in the fields of workforce development, community service, and conservation. State/Local / #DCNP2019 / @DMANF. State/Local. State/Local.

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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. Countless receptions were hosted across the city for affinity groups and chapters.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

GivingTuesday 2021 Storytelling. Incorporating storytelling that shows impact into your donor communications creates and strengthens that personal connection. Pitch your local press. Create a press release to share your campaign plans with your local media. When people see other people donate, it gets them excited!

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 1, 2012

. —– In 2011, Washington, DC, became one of the first major metropolitan regions to host a multimillion-dollar local giving day: Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington. Nearly 18,000 people participated in the 24-hour, online fundraising event, raising more than $2 million to benefit 1,200 local nonprofits.

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AFP Blog

JUNE 29, 2012

New tool puts nonprofit storytelling on the map - Microsoft Citizenship Blog - Site Home - TechNet Blogs : It’s why today, we’re launching the Microsoft Local Impact Map for nonprofits and for commercial organizations who wish to showcase their Corporate Social Responsibility programs.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 19, 2017

When you teach internationally, it is important to localize your content and Tharum was able to provide many local and regional examples and tips. The opening plenary was hosted by the renowned Usha Menon , past chair of the Resource Alliance and celebrated speaker, connector and consultant to the social impact sector.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Virtual gala: Host a live-streamed gala event with performances, guest speakers, and donation appeals. Video storytelling: Emotionally compelling videos showcasing your organization’s impact can help humanize your cause by showing the real people behind your organization’s efforts.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 8, 2019

Show your major donors their return on investment and emphasize the direct and lasting effects of their generosity through storytelling. One of the biggest advantages of a small organization is the fact that your cause is likely local. There are a few ways to do this, outside of showering them with thank-you’s , of course.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 1, 2016

They choose it because hosts are authentic and local. 5: Collaborative Storytelling Sells. As the power and influence of a sharing economy continues to grow, you’ll need to relinquish control of your messaging and turn your audience into storytellers. But this isn’t a bad thing, I swear!

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 19, 2021

If your nonprofit is looking for a way to contribute, consider hosting a food drive. Take it from The Sharing Center who hosted a virtual pantry drive that simulated the experience of shopping in a grocery store, but online. Team up with a local organization. Virtual pantry drive. Most needed items.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Social media gives your nonprofit the opportunity to broadcast your mission far beyond your local community. Instagram Instagram , another Metaverse social media platform, is primarily focused on visual content and thrives on striking imagery, video, and storytelling content. Engagement. Event promotion.

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

For example, if you’re hosting an event and looking for local supporters who could attend, use location as one of your target demographics. Storytelling Through Ads Storytelling through Facebook Ads for nonprofits helps make your promoted content more engaging for your audience.

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Care2

MAY 11, 2011

Building local chapters. Since the initial road trip, Darius and the crew have travelled an additional 100,000 miles hosting screenings and raising awareness for DMD. Schedule local events in advance along your road trip route. Pitch Press - Try to drum up press coverage from local outlets along your route.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

It was then that I began working at a local art museum as a volunteer. CA: One of the best things that happened to me while volunteering for the local art museum is they funded my travel to Los Angeles and my tuition to take the week-long grant writing training bootcamp hosted by The Grantsmanship Center.

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Pamela Grow

MAY 25, 2023

Consider incorporating storytelling into your recruitment campaign. Tell the story of a local college student who was supported by your organization’s scholarship program or a long-time community resident who received aid from your nonprofit after a devastating flood. Host a wrap-up event to celebrate your campaign’s success.

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Everyaction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

We are excited to host our national movement gathering in the Capital. As policy changes unfold at the federal, state and local levels, the communities and issues we care about as corporate social responsibility professionals inevitably face uncertainty. State/Local / #DCNP2018 / @DMANF. State/Local. State/Local.

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DNL OmniMedia

AUGUST 25, 2021

That’s where nonprofit storytelling comes into play. That’s why we’ve created this comprehensive guide to nonprofit storytelling, in which you’ll explore the following points: The Importance of Storytelling for Nonprofits. 7 Tips for Effective Storytelling for Nonprofits Using Digital Marketing. Let’s get started.

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