Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 2, 2023

Leverage the power of storytelling to add extra personal detail to your supporters’ donations and foster a deeper bond with your sustaining level donors. Local celebrities can increase awareness of an organization tremendously. When a local celeb is secured, it is crucial to make their participation as easy as possible.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Evening meals sometimes went on for hours as we continued our storytelling. When I began writing proposals, storytelling was the only way I knew to convey the problems my organization faced and what we were doing to overcome those problems. But storytelling still plays a prominent role in all requests that I write.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Janti specifies that the relationships built over time in local communities is critical to sustainable change. When engaging local communities, it is vital to meet them where they are on their issues. Storytelling: Don’t fall back on brand reliance. The cultural pulse changes over time and so too must your storytelling strategy.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 11, 2011

—– I’m really excited by tools that enable digital or transmedia storytelling. Here are some ideas: Share Community History – Non-organizational community groups and nonprofits that focus on a specific locality can create hyperlocal community engagement through pictures and documentation.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

A whopping 48% of Americans don’t trust nonprofits Interestingly, people trust local organizations far more than large institutions. Better storytelling/more humanity Whether told face-to-face with a major donor, in a thank you video, or in your fundraising emails, stories are the most powerful tool in your fundraising and marketing arsenal.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 1, 2022

When asking members of The Storytelling Non-Profit community about their organization’s newsletter campaigns, the top challenge their organizations were facing was to find the right type of content that keeps their audience engaged. Share an impact story A great non-profit newsletter idea is to use storytelling.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

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. Nonprofit Storytelling Conference AFP ICON and NTC are fun and educational, but they’re really big conferences! Learn more about the Nonprofit Storytelling Conference.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Don’t be afraid to take the production externally – ask a local production company if they will offer your nonprofit a discount. Research your local radio, broadcast television (ABC, NBC, CBS, PBS, etc.) Step 4: Submit your PSA for consideration. and cable TV stations to learn how to submit your PSA.

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

By following these suggestions during your planning process, you’ll be better prepared to drive awareness and make meaningful change at a local, national, or global level: Set clear campaign goals and identify a timeline. Leverage storytelling to build a base. Leverage storytelling to build a base. Where do they live?

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 13, 2021

This is natural in any line of work, but in non-profit storytelling I find that it mostly impacts my process for writing and telling stories. One of the changes I’ve recently made is simplifying my personal definition of storytelling to this: Storytelling is the process of sharing facts, which are told with emotions and details.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 27, 2021

It’s important to note that one of the best forms of messaging is through storytelling. Without going too deep into the concepts of empathetic storytelling (a subject well worth investigation) – you need to be sure the group you focus on is the group most likely to identify with your core mission. Potential locality.

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Classy

JULY 5, 2021

A small business matching partner is typically a local or regional company within your service area. Think local boutiques, accounting firms, or restaurants, for example. Positive publicity through a partnership with your nonprofit can also have an even greater impact for them locally. Learn How To Tap Into Local Partnerships.

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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. Their Pinterest boards provide ideas of fun activities that families can do together in local forests and other natural places. By Julia Campbell . 3) Pinterest is aspirational.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 3, 2017

Seattle, Washington: Storytelling Made Easy for Boards and EDs. Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso: Monthly Meeting of Local Members. Tuesday, April 25, 2017. Houston, Texas: Net2Houston Refresh! Toronto, Ontario: Top 10s from the 2017 Nonprofit Technology Conference. Wednesday, April 26, 2017. Thursday, April 27, 2017. Saturday, April 8, 2017.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 15, 2012

In this year's Third Annual Digital Storytelling Challenge , powered by Lights. You’ll get to meet some of our local judges , see dozens of the best videos and photo stories, and connect with fellow digital storytellers. We were overwhelmed with the talent and stories you all shared with us!

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NTEN

MARCH 19, 2012

In this year's Third Annual Digital Storytelling Challenge , powered by Lights. You’ll get to meet some of our local judges, see dozens of the best videos and photo stories, and connect with fellow digital storytellers. WHAT: Awards and Screening Party for the TechSoup Digital Storytelling Challenge. Pacific time.

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Candid

APRIL 22, 2024

We ask folks to describe their political, historical, and/or socioeconomic context in their state or local region, the changes they are fighting for, and how they are centering the experiences, issues, and leadership of people impacted by the problems they seek to address.

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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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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

No matter how your nonprofit organization is making change in the world, it’s impacted by others’ decisions, whether those decisions come from local and national legislators, corporations, institutions, or others who hold power and shape the way we live our lives.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JULY 8, 2021

However, take time to identify well-known key stakeholders and brand advocates who have an influence in your community, like your CEO, local celebrities, and those impacted by your mission. Embrace Storytelling. Storytelling requires creativity, vision, skill, and practice. Share their why. Stories simplify a complex message.

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M+R

APRIL 13, 2023

Volunteers self-selecting into text banking, phone banking, social media, community mobilization, and/or storytelling. Here are some key strategies NVP used: Hosting weekly mobilization calls to welcome all volunteers into NVP and ensure people are getting plugged into immediate actions in less than 24 hours of event attendance.

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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

Victoria, Canada: The Art of Digital Storytelling - A NetSquared Victoria Panel. Don’t have a local NetSquared Local group? What have NetSquared Local groups been up to recently? Adelaide, Australia: Mixing online with offline - building communities that take action. Wednesday, September 18. Saturday, September 28.

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Forum One

APRIL 21, 2021

To mark its anniversary, NRDC launched an immersive storytelling experience featuring powerful stories and moments from the last 50 years. To mark this moment in time, NRDC launched a special anniversary website that has been nominated for a Webby Award in the “Websites and Mobile Sites: Sustainability & Environment” category.

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

That’s where I found a 10-pound bag of King Arthur for less than a 5-pound bag at the local supermarket. Those fundamental drivers behind your fundraising, like storytelling, a strong case for support, and donor communication. That means that just one of their chickens translates into three meals. The hot dog. She’s not alone.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 14, 2009

Now to dig into this topic because it combines a couple of interest - storytelling with social media and working in a networked way. Lina offers a concise definition of Transmedia Storytelling , a concept and term coined by Henry Jenkins. It’s likely time to add storytelling to the task list.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

Here are some popular examples: Benefit concerts or performances : Team up with local artists or performers to host a show where ticket sales support your cause. Use storytelling to share your nonprofit’s mission and the impact of their support. Tell a Compelling Story : People connect with stories more than facts or statistics.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Consider collaborating with local businesses and auction booster companies to fill in gaps for items. Focus on storytelling. Auction Item Variety is Key Offer a mix of luxury travel experiences , sporting events, unique memorabilia, and practical goods to cater to diverse tastes and budgets. Set realistic goals. Balance is key.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 19, 2011

Yesterday was our second of three live TweetChats for our Digital Storytelling Event and Challenge (enter through January 31). Organize locally, upload pics and videos, and share global." - @techsoup. Compiled and organized by Kristy Graves, @kg. We think @350 is a good example of engaging on multiple levels. read more.

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Classy

MAY 17, 2021

Consider a Local Partner. If you’re not sure where to start, look within your local community. Giving to local nonprofits shows customers that the corporation cares about their community and the issues that affect them. Free Download: Your Guide to Nonprofit Storytelling. Practice the Pitch.

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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. Local businesses that pitch in to make a difference. Remember, authentic storytelling goes a long way with donors. A group of major donors who want to make a big impact.

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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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Qgiv

AUGUST 13, 2021

Today, we observe August 17 as National Nonprofit Day to acknowledge the positive impact that nonprofit organizations have on our local communities and around the world. Are you inspired by a local nonprofit? Learn more about getting others interested in your mission by downloading our free Nonprofit Storytelling eBook.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Last year, I had the unique privilege to help facilitate The Local Philanthropy Workshop with the TechSoup Romania team. It was a lot of fun, and as much as I was asked to share some of my knowledge and ideas, I learned a great deal from the local participants. Multimedia Storytelling. Think blogs are boring?

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

College towns” often generate robust tourism that fuels local restaurant, retail, entertainment, and hospitality industries. Work with local, state, and federal programs. Use video storytelling! Build stronger relationships with local and regional high schools, especially those serving less affluent neighborhoods.

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

Whether through social media or at local events, promoting your content marketing efforts directly to the community you’re trying to reach is imperative. General Tech content marketing nonprofit nonprofit technology nonprofits npTech social media storytelling' Engage the community.

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