Bloomerang

AUGUST 31, 2022

Nonprofit storytelling refers to a specific way of communication that organizations use to personalize their mission. And once shared effectively, storytelling will change the game for your organization. But don’t just take it from me – Forbes named storytelling the #1 most important career skill of the future.

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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. They allow us to see ourselves within the narrative, making the lessons they impart deeply personal and impactful. Show, don’t just tell: Illustrate the impact of your programs.

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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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Greater Giving

MARCH 16, 2023

One way to differentiate your organization and drive greater giving is through the power of storytelling. Storytelling in Fundraising is a powerful tool that can help nonprofits connect with donors, inspire action, and create meaningful impact. Emotional storytelling is more effective in fundraising than facts and figures alone.

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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. Example: Sam came home from Afghanistan with PTSD that threatened his family, his job, and even his life. within that community can flourish.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

At some point in your professional fundraising career, you’ve probably heard the importance of storytelling when crafting your nonprofit’s donor experience. No matter your experience, a crucial aspect of storytelling is helping donors understand what your organization does and showing how, or who, you’re helping.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 1, 2022

Motivations for their giving include receiving tax deductions and understanding the impact their investment is making. Studies show that donors ask less about where their money is spent and more about the impact their donation is making. So, how can nonprofit leaders effectively communicate impact to stakeholders?

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Discover how involving donors and volunteers in decision-making processes, captivating audiences with real-life narratives, building trust through authenticity, and inspiring action can reshape your nonprofit’s impact in the digital age. Action: Community stories can inspire action among stakeholders.

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Forum One

APRIL 21, 2021

Telling the story of 50 years of impact. To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years. Since 1970, NRDC has been working to safeguard the earth—its people, its plants and animals, and the natural systems on which all life depends.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Discover how involving donors and volunteers in decision-making processes, captivating audiences with real-life narratives, building trust through authenticity, and inspiring action can reshape your nonprofit’s impact in the digital age. Action: Community stories can inspire action among stakeholders.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Pro Tips for Supercharging Your Grant Proposals Aligning Missions for Impact Find that perfect harmony between your nonprofit’s objectives and the funder’s vision. Grab the oars of compelling storytelling , row with gusto and make your application stand out. And what’s more?

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Annual reports are a staple of nonprofit life. They’re a powerful tool for communicating your impact, but what makes an annual report effective? One of our favorite parts is their “Pushing Impact” section. The American Kidney Fund uses eye-catching graphic design, but what they do best is centering the donor’s impact.

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Forum One

APRIL 8, 2021

When a complete website redesign is not an option, there are small tweaks and improvements that can help you quickly optimize your website’s impact today. You can reimagine old footage or images by giving them new life on your social media channels. Think about your website experience from top to bottom as a storytelling platform.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

With the help of impactful testimonials, you can turn compelling narratives into a driving force for your mission. They serve as powerful tools for building trust and authenticity, showcasing real-life impacts of your organization’s work. This widespread use maximizes their impact.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether you’re looking to brush up on best practices for annual appeals, boost your fundraising game on social media this GivingTuesday , or build expert storytelling skills to win over supporters this giving season and beyond, we’ve got you covered with this list of 12 free nonprofit books. From So What? To So Funded!

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Each episode is packed with insights , strategies, and real-life experiences designed to help you flourish in your fundraising endeavors. Discover the importance of selecting diverse stories and storytellers to drive systemic cultural change, and learn how to measure the impact of messaging. Listen to this episode.

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Robert Weiner

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

My friends at TechSoup asked me to pass along info about their upcoming digital storytelling event. We will help you learn how to maximize the impact of your organization's message with online audio, video, and images. Attend the Challenge Screening and Awards party at TechSoup Headquarters in San Francisco or from Second Life.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 22, 2023

One way to encourage people to support your organization is through great nonprofit storytelling. By using narrative and storytelling techniques, you’ll be able to communicate your nonprofit’s mission and impact while building stronger emotional connections with your audience. Where Should You Use Nonprofit Storytelling?

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 31, 2022

In our roles as non-profit storytellers, we often need others to tell us their stories so that we have material to work with. We need to collect and share individual stories that highlight our organization’s impact and show the difference we’re making in the world. I tell other people’s stories for a living. Everyone was very nice.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 5, 2024

They’re the heart that pumps life into your cause and the soul that fuels your mission. Whether it’s the instant spreadability of Twitter, the communal spirit of Facebook, or the captivating visuals of Instagram, each platform is a chapter in your storytelling saga. When they raise their voices, mountains move.

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Classy

JULY 20, 2021

Not only do sales reps have a clear impact on the growth of the business, but they also connect the needs of a prospective customer to the product that can fulfill those needs. . This feeds into the fact that sales has a monumental impact on brand reputation and long-term customer retention, so proper representation is key. .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2021

By Audrey Phillips , a customer success manager at Classy – a social enterprise that creates world-class online fundraising software for nonprofits, modernizing the giving experience to accelerate social impact around the world. You could also try posing a question, like “True or false: $50 can save a life.”. Make it personal.

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See3

APRIL 9, 2024

However, Make-A-Wish experiences impact more than just wish kids; they have significant effects on the families, doctors, social workers and volunteers who are involved. We discovered a significant lack of personalization and segmentation in our brand messaging and storytelling, and personas were our response to that,” Smith said.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 17, 2022

By hearing a personal story, donors and non-donors can understand the impact of your mission and see it in action. In this post I want to give you a real life example of the power of sharing a personal story. It’s one of the many reasons I enjoy listening to TED talks or podcasts from This American Life. for nearly a year.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 29, 2023

Storytelling as a Trust Builder: Unveil the profound impact of real-life testimonials and narratives on donor engagement. .” In this exclusive webinar, you’ll discover: The Modern Donor Landscape: Understand the surprising ways today’s donors are prioritizing charitable giving.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2024

As we embark on another year of impactful endeavors, let’s delve into the top ways you can increase your fundraising efforts in 2024. DAFs provide a way for your donors to leave a legacy with your organization by contributing to a DAF account throughout their life or through a bequest in their will.

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Candid

APRIL 22, 2024

The second report of the series, Living with Pocket Change: What It Means to Do More With Less , examines the impact and real-life experiences of chronic philanthropic underinvestment. Also, don’t underestimate the power of storytelling and communications as a way to influence and amplify one’s work to impact a broader audience.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Storytelling is an essential fundraising skill for nonprofits. One of the most amazing nonprofit storytellers I ever heard in my life is Alberto Cairo (International Committee of the Red Cross) who delivered a truly inspirational speech during the International Fundraising Congress closing plenary. Hatch for Good.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 31, 2023

Trust in Tales : Learn how storytelling, from real-life testimonials to impactful narratives, influences donor engagement across ages. Traditional : While Gen Z might prefer a mobile wallet, are Boomers still writing checks? Get the lowdown on the latest giving trends.

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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. Show them precisely what impact their gift will make. A group of major donors who want to make a big impact.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Beyond just raising money, galas offer incredible opportunities to enhance community engagement, cultivate new donors, and celebrate your organization’s impact. Guests come together to enjoy a meal, engage with friends, and learn about your organization’s impact. Focus on storytelling. Balance is key.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Storytelling is the currency of fundraising. In the digital environment of email, social media, and mobile, we can use storytelling in innovative ways to inspire supporters and donors — and raise more money. Below are six tips for nonprofits that want to use digital storytelling to engage donors and boost giving.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Storytelling: Don’t fall back on brand reliance. The cultural pulse changes over time and so too must your storytelling strategy. You can also learn more about storytelling strategy in the sgENGAGE Podcast Episode 116: Storytelling 101. Placing a value on efficiency will translate to greater mission outcomes.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Draw inspiration from impactful introductions like the one crafted by Jules Brown for an acquisition piece for Women’s Aid: “Could you picture, for a moment, a woman on the brink of making the hardest decision of her life?” Highlight Impact: Share your organization’s impact, but remember, be concise.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 10, 2018

Julia Campbell is social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. Also, p ins have a much longer shelf-life than tweets and Facebook posts. Pinterest pins have an average “shelf life” of over one week! By Julia Campbell .

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Often it can feel like life is too overwhelming and there simply isn’t enough time to add one more thing to your to-do list. . Writing out and sharing your story will help you make the impact you’re hoping to have. However, my first response to this is: If not now, when? . Tomorrow isn’t promised. Then, start sharing them! .

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Together with partners like Salesforce, over the past 16 years (RED) has raised over $700 million dollars for global health, and (RED)-funded grants have impacted over 245 million people. How Can Brands Leverage Storytelling To Tap Into the Cultural Zeitgeist and Shift Public Perception? And storytelling is at the very heart of that.

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