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.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Creating Unforgettable Nonprofit Events for Maximum Impact Ever been to a nonprofit event that left you in awe and inspired to make a difference? Attract new donors : Events can introduce your organization to new potential supporters, who may be inspired to contribute after witnessing the impact of your work.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Show real humans talking to the camera through videos and storytelling. Share the real stories behind your organization’s work, the impact you’ve made, and the challenges you face. Share statistics, facts, and news related to your cause. Say their name. Use more “you” and less “we.” Don’t fake it.

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TechImpact

JUNE 18, 2013

It can be easy to forget that the easiest way to have an impact on someone is to provide them with a narrative they can relate to. People don’t want to understand a social cause through numbers and statistics; they want to hear about the cause’s human impact. Blog Fundraising Social Tech funding message story telling'

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Neon CRM

JULY 13, 2023

Recent statistics show that GivingTuesday revenue reached an all-time high in 2022, with supporters donating $3.1 Launch a Storytelling Campaign Studies have proven that storytelling is much more effective than fact-sharing alone. Video can also be an excellent format for sharing statistics and quotes. billion that year.

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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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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

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. Additionally, they detail how their post-abortion care program in Tanzania has impacted health facilities as a whole in the region. Broadway Cares.

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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? Instead of overwhelming your readers with statistics, focus on one individual’s story that evokes emotion.

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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 31, 2018

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. Some year-end giving statistics : 30% of all annual donations occur in December. The other and more impactful way is to use Instagram sponsored posts. nonprofits.

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TechImpact

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

Here are a few statistics to help your nonprofit understand the importance of the mobile platform. The post Infographic: Think Mobile First appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. Image courtesy of Unified.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 1, 2014

The mere presence of highly measurable statistics would refute Buffer’s point. The post Infographic: How To Measure Social Media ROI appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. General Mobile Tech nonprofit nonprofit technology npTech social media storytelling supporters technology'

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

These 2021 statistics from ClearCompany demonstrate the value of offering meaningful opportunities for learning. Written, verbal, interpersonal, storytelling, and presentation? Is every team comfortable with the budgeting process and how it impacts the association? A culture of education is exciting. It generates its own energy.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 21, 2023

Use social media to share your organization’s mission, impact, and success stories. Who Are Millenials? Anyone born between 1981 and 1996 Millenial and Gen-Z Donors Focus on Impact Younger donors are often more interested in the impact of their donation than the size of their gift.

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 16, 2023

If you want to increase the impact of your organizations fundraising campaigns, it is key to ask the right question, at the right time, in the right way. Below, we have compiled some fundraising statistics that you should know, and 7 tips to help you make your fundraising initiatives more effective. Keep your message clear and concise.

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

Expands visibility and credibility in the community by showing your impact. Investing in marketing helps you build a foundation for growth, community engagement, and impactful change. Nonprofit marketing is deeply intertwined with social impact rather than focusing on financial gain.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 29, 2014

Here are more nonprofit social media marketing statistics: Image courtesy of Vertical Response. appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. Fundraising Industry News Social content marketing nonprofit technology npTech social media storytelling technology'

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good. Get specific about how a gift today will translate to impact tomorrow—and wherever possible, quantify!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. While Facebook and Twitter may be waning a bit in popularity and usage, visual storytelling platform Instagram keeps growing in engagement and daily time spent on the site. .

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 19, 2014

Perhaps it is a combination of a few different storytelling elements. Our Storymakers 2014 challenge kicks off August 26, so to get you inspired, I've compiled some great examples of digital storytelling in crowdfunding campaigns. Storymakers2014 fundraising crowdfunding digital storytelling causevox' Cool photos?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Customized for small nonprofits on a limited budget, the Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits webinar highlights current trends in using social media for fundraising, advocacy, and storytelling. Pro Bono Australia is a proud B Corp which helps purpose-driven people and organisations to grow their impact.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Storytelling and social media – these terms have certainly been thrown around a lot this year! Great storytelling and successful social media campaigns are completely interconnected. 1) Always showcase your impact. Smile Train consistently shows the dramatic impact of its work via Twitter.

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TechImpact

AUGUST 13, 2014

Here are 4 statistics about how millennials use Twitter straight from the horse’s mouth at Twitter headquarters. The post 4 Facts About How Millennials Use Twitter appeared first on Tech Impact Blog - Leaders in Non-Profit Technology. Millennials check Twitter whenever they check their phone.

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Candid

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Make sure your donors are your primary storytellers. Provide a list of talking points or statistics and help them transform stories into words. An effective management process can directly impact your nonprofit’s ability to retain them both after and during the campaign. Set up donation pages.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2023

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact and inspire others to join your cause? Team-based peer-to-peer fundraising is a great option for supporters with different commitment levels because it means lower pressure with bigger impact. Highlight the impact and benefit that comes along with supporting your worthy cause.

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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.

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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.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2023

Showcase Your Impact What does your nonprofit do and how? Storytelling is a powerful way to connect with your followers. Posting about nonprofit fundraising statistics is a way of informing your audience and keeping them updated. Here are easy-to-implement content ideas to help fill out your social media calendar.

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Candid

AUGUST 18, 2022

Leaders like Oluwatoyin Ayanfodun (Toyin) , founder of Tomorrow’s Leaders NYC (TLNYC) which has supported 2,000 over-age middle school students across New York to defy the statistics. Despite this outsized impact, Toyin has yet to secure adequate funding to support and scale TLNYC.

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The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Instead of just listing off dozens of statistics about the impact your organization has had, work the supporter into your story. It’s amazing how many fabulous email appeals are written- with perfect prose, witty storytelling, and awesome graphics- but without an actual appeal. Don’t forget the ask!

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Bloomerang

JULY 7, 2022

Sending a personalized, well-written appeal via direct mail can be one of the most impactful ways for schools to fundraise. You should look for statistics and studies that show that some donors respond to direct mail appeals more often than they do to email appeals.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

When creating your social media strategy, research what tools can help you expand on your goals to make the maximum impact you can. Instagram Instagram , another Metaverse social media platform, is primarily focused on visual content and thrives on striking imagery, video, and storytelling content. Happy posting!

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

They have the power to inspire, engage, and ignite action in ways that data and statistics alone cannot. The Power of Storytelling in Fundraising Humans are meaning-making creatures. As the fundraiser, you are simply a guide helping your donor find a way to make a meaningful impact in the world. Now imagine your ideal donors.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 7, 2019

First and foremost, storytelling is the easiest way to create personal appeal for your cause. Putting your face to the cause makes it much more personal, and gets more people invested in your impact. Show that your cause is directly making an impact on the lives of community members.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Show the real impacts that year-round donations can have on your mission by using compelling images within your website. Use real stories and statistics to make your case for support. When donors know the real impact of their gifts, they are much less likely to abandon the donation process. Let’s dive in! Motivational imagery.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

In fact, we are 22 times more likely to remember information if it is told to us through a story format rather than plain facts or statistics. On social media, storytelling is a powerful tool that can draw in people who have stumbled across your platform. Storytelling can help distinguish your social media from similar organizations.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 12, 2023

How Project Access Northwest’s used Video Storytelling to Create Impactful Communication with Supporters In the world of nonprofits, effective communication with supporters is crucial for success. The post Harnessing the Power of Video Storytelling appeared first on Greater Giving Blog.

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