The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 13, 2021

I continue to evolve my thinking about how to tell non-profit stories. 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. I also read a lot of non-profit stories that are simply just the facts told chronologically.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2021

We put together some charity donation form best practices to help you raise more money for animals! There’s nothing more powerful than a story to help you connect with your audience. Luckily, animal shelters tend to have some great stories! . These rescue pups want to hear ALL the rescue stories. .

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2023

The way you tell your story and engage people in your message can make or break your fundraising efforts. And how do you tell a good story? Stories are interactive, bonding. Shared stories can tie whole cultures and groups together. Shared stories bind all sorts of people, from families to religious groups.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

We all know versions of this story. The good news is, the story had a happy ending. While my situation was understandable, we also had a shiny new website to maintain and funders who wanted to see what we would produce with their grant money. The daily needs outweigh the big picture.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 11, 2022

According to The State of Modern Philanthropy 2021 , “The median amount raised by events in which attendees raise money on behalf of an organization through peer-to-peer fundraising pages, typically is 4.5 Compared with traditional fundraisers, it requires less money and resources. times greater than ticketed events.”.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

In the process, we have heard many stories about their experience. I’d like to share some of those stories to help normalize concerns and confusion on what steps to take in this new world. The number one concern was “if we go virtual, will we raise money?” What were your initial thoughts when confronted with COVID-19?

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 11, 2023

A clean list , with the most current email and mailing addresses, will save you money and help you reach the right people fast. What story will you tell in the letter? What difference will their money make? Don’t just mail or email a letter and hope to raise money. Plan it out. What will you ask people to give?

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Neon CRM

MAY 16, 2024

Sharing real-life stories and examples will reinforce the idea that their money made a tangible difference in the world. Tell a story about a person who benefitted from your donor’s support. Feel free to use statistics to reinforce the story you share, but focus primarily on an individual. I’m so grateful.”

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Allegiance Group

JUNE 4, 2024

Picture this: your general manager asks for a meeting. They’ve just seen a report that says revenue per donor is going down, and they want you to explain why the nonprofit is losing money. But you’re not losing money — your recurring giving program is growing, which is making the revenue per donor dip.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 9, 2023

It’s about telling your story in an authentic way that fans the flames already burning in people’s hearts. This is why stories are so important. Good fundraising stories are full of emotion and draw people in. Words can paint a picture, make us feel a variety of emotions, and spur us to form opinions.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

If people decide to part with their hard-earned money, they want to know where it ends up. You should also remind donors to keep the bigger picture in mind. These tips will help those who support your cause feel good about where their money is going, which in turn will lead to a loyal donor base that trusts your organization.

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CauseVox

JUNE 3, 2024

Raising as much money as you can through your website is crucial to your digital fundraising success. Videos, personal stories, quotes, and images will all help evoke an emotional response in your donor. Explain why you need them? How will they help solve the issue with their donation?

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

When new donors see where their money is going, they’ll feel like they’re part of a larger mission and will be more likely to give to your next campaign. When you highlight an individual donor, consider telling a story about why they chose to give. Use the space to share donation stories, pictures, and impactful fundraising statistics.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 22, 2021

If you haven’t done so already, think about how you can meet with donors virtually and then share your mission and impact stories with them. Hans Gruber was in it for the money. The biggest problem John McClane set out to solve wasn’t really about the money. Putting energy into the right relationships pays off. .

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

Asking for money, can be uncomfortable, right? We all grew up learning that it wasn’t polite to talk about money and it definitely wasn’t right to ask your friends and family for handouts. Here’s the reality: your passion and your vision require MONEY to fulfill. It takes commitment, guts, and a great story.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 18, 2022

If you want to raise enough money to fully fund your programs, you need to use more than one tool. Heart-warming human-interest stories. You must have stories ready to share about people whose lives have been significantly impacted by the work your nonprofit does. Remember, facts tell, stories sell.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 18, 2020

When thinking about donation amounts, it’s important to look at the bigger picture. If you’re raising funds to support an after-school program that prepares kids in low-income areas for college, consider sharing their stories. Why are small donations important? This way, your nonprofit isn’t relying on one source of revenue.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 19, 2021

All that said, in addition to understanding the big picture of the metaverse, there are other important concepts that nonprofit professionals need to understand. Mastercard is investing in startups that will further digitalize money, Visa now offers a card that earns Bitcoin Rewards , and Walmart is opening Bitcoin kiosks.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

provides the framework for organizations to tell their stories and remain accountable to their stakeholders.???. You need to ensure that any money raised specifically for scholarships actually goes into scholarship awards. If a church raises money for its building fund, that money may not be spent on other church activities.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Getting the message just right will save you from feeling nervous about asking for money, rambling when you talk about your organization’s work, and boring your audience. Knowing where to find grants is critical if you want money to pay for programs and projects. Which Fundraising Events Bring in the Most Money for Small Nonprofits?

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BoardAssist

DECEMBER 15, 2014

This week guest blogger Gail Perry is back with her top tips to help us all raise more money by mail. 112 Tips to Raise More Money by Mail. I’ve updated my annual list of Top Tips to Raise More Money by Mail with the latest 2014 research and recommendations from my favorite mail gurus. Make your story SHORT but powerful.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

Look to Past Campaigns for a Fuller Picture It’s also helpful to analyze past year-end campaigns for insights. Using tools such as GivingDNA helps your organization gain a fuller picture of who people are and what they care about – and this alone can ultimately help nonprofits better drive year-end giving campaigns.

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Bloomerang

MAY 26, 2021

This will give you a picture of where there is overlap with your current and prospective donors and show you specific places where your new donors may be unique. The goal is to walk away from this stage with a clear picture of who you are trying to reach. Do your current donors and prospective donors share commonalities?

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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. The good news is that great stories are all around you. EVERY nonprofit has stories to tell! What Makes a Good Story? What is happening in your hero’s life?

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 14, 2023

If you scramble at the last minute to put this together, it will show — and chances are good you’ll raise less money with a poorly-done online fundraising campaign. It also helps your potential donors understand where their money will go, why their money is needed, and the impact their gift will make. Define your needs.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

The earlier tickets are bought also gives you a better picture of how successful the event may be. Newsletters can be used to send updates on projects and captivating stories so donors can see how they are directly impacting your organization. When marketing your event, use compelling stories.

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Roundtree

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Include at least one picture and one key stat with each program. . Impact Stories (2 pages). You need a representative impact story. Include a picture of the person if possible and describe how their life is better as a result of the work you are doing. Use this section to highlight what you do and where you do it.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2021

The Strategy Behind Successful Fundraising Emails If you want to raise money by sending fundraising emails, you need to plan it carefully. Once you identify the message of your fundraising email, you can add the stories, photos, and videos that drive the message home. Your list might look something like this: Andrea’s success story.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Integrate into your fundraising efforts Introducing multi-year gift agreements into your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts is like adding a new, exciting chapter to your organization’s story. It’s about telling a compelling story where these gifts are the heroes, providing stability and enabling ambitious, long-term projects.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

Entire civilizations have been built off of, held together by and divided by stories. ” Stories have the power to bring together and to push apart –to distinguish and to extinguish. Stories are also integral parts to any nonprofit organizations and particularly when it comes to fundraising. Time is money.

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Whole Whale

JULY 18, 2022

The truth is nobody likes being asked for money and folks have developed incredible powers to detect when an ask is coming. Nonprofits offer the incredible opportunity to turn meaningless money into impact in the work. No one wants to read a long-winded email, especially when it comes to asking for money. Make it personal.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 27, 2022

Because wherever you are with your fundraising, no matter how far behind you think you are, with six months remaining in the year, you have plenty of time to make changes and raise more money. Start with the Big Picture: How Much Money Have You Raised? . Did you choose the right story? Do you see any patterns?

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Top Nonprofits

AUGUST 17, 2021

How do organizations balance their communications so donors don’t feel like they are constantly being asked for money? . While this might be somewhat true, it might be because the communication lacks important parts of the overall story, including inspiring stories and sharing what their money has accomplished within the organization.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

You can use this type of appeal to raise money for anything: from equipment that’s needed in your office to funds for a new program or initiative. The first step in planning a fund-a-need appeal is identifying what need you’re trying to fulfill with the money raised. Same with stories and examples.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 6, 2024

When members hear about a specific person who overcame adversity because of their help, it paints a vivid picture of the impact and value of their contribution. When members donate, they’re not just giving away money but aligning with something larger than themselves.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 26, 2017

We created a short gift agreement or funding agreement with matching money language included. Tell your story : The only way to make your Giving Tuesday campaign successful is to get the word out. We didn’t stop with e-mail & direct mail; we posted to Facebook 39 times, Tweeted 37 times and posted 25 pictures to Instagram.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 11, 2021

Nonprofits must never forget that they are called to be active participants in the lives of people, learning stories, and, when appropriate, storytelling for further impact. This is where current digital tools can strategically empower a nonprofit’s impact, according to " Nonprofit Visual Storytelling."

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