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. Photos, videos, selfies, and personal stories allow us to embed emotional content in fundraising campaigns.

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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. Crafting a compelling story. To help the site win, be sure to cast your vote today! CAST YOUR VOTE. Designing an easy-to-use experience.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 21, 2016

For the sixth year, TechSoup's annual challenge will help nonprofits learn how to increase their storytelling skills for fundraising and advocacy purposes. Good stories power fundraising and marketing. Storytelling skills are also a prerequisite to successful advocacy. Take Part in the Digital Storytelling Challenge!

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Care2

MAY 16, 2012

Those of us who work in the nonprofit, “make the world a better place” sector, talk a lot about good storytelling. That’s because the craft of storytelling is hard, and takes practice. Network for Good’s Katya Andresen and I want to feed all you hungry storytellers – and let you feed the rest of us, too.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 9, 2013

Although storytelling has become quite the buzzword, do you understand how it fits into your narrative? He gave a talk at the recent SXSW conference on "Moving from Story to Narrative." Hagel characterizes stories as having a clear beginning, middle, and end. Your Narrative and Digital Storytelling.

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Tech Soup

MAY 28, 2013

We all have a story. That's what the Digital Storytelling Challenge seeks to accomplish every year. We want to help inspire and educate you to be able to tell your own story with confidence and with success. We want to help inspire and educate you to be able to tell your own story with confidence and with success.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 18, 2014

The people who get Instagram don't think of it as photography tool. They think of Instagram as a storytelling tool. This aspect of Instagram, visual storytelling, is its most critical strength and is the way nonprofits should be approaching it. No one has more important stories to tell than nonprofits. spanhidden.

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Forum One

APRIL 28, 2010

I also had the privilege of speaking on another Online Storytelling panel with Roger Burks and Jay Davis. We've provided training on how to interview subjects, tips for photographing and video-recording, as well as best practices for writing strong stories that encourage and elicit action.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 16, 2022

We are about to enter into a golden age of storytelling more unbound from resource constraints than ever before. These images could be used for a wide variety of storytelling and attention-grabbing hooks for content. The ability to use the style of a famous artist can add additional storytelling value to the image.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 18, 2014

The people who get Instagram don't think of it as photography tool. They think of Instagram as a storytelling tool. This aspect of Instagram, visual storytelling, is its most critical strength and is the way nonprofits should be approaching it. No one has more important stories to tell than nonprofits. spanhidden.

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NTEN

JANUARY 13, 2011

Be a part of the 11NTC Storytelling Team! We’ve recruited two rock star storytelling, social media experts, Michaela Hackner and Roger Burks , to head up a 2 hour workshop on Wednesday, March 16 (the night before the official kick-off of the NTC) from 6 - 8 pm. So, want to be on the 11NTC Storytelling team?

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 28, 2014

In the past few years, we've seen the transformation from long to extremely short-form digital content like that on Vine and Instagram, and we've experienced the rise and fall of numerous storytelling apps never to be seen or heard of again. But how can stories touch hearts and minds if they go unnoticed and unheard?

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Tech Soup

JUNE 27, 2016

Story of Tomorrow Winner — SEEDS final. Our Story of Tomorrow winner, SEEDS final from Seeds of Awareness , succeeds in filming youth at this moment of awakening. Our Story of Tomorrow winner, SEEDS final from Seeds of Awareness , succeeds in filming youth at this moment of awakening. This is a powerful idea.

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Media Cause

MARCH 15, 2021

But what I haven’t seen written about as as often—or maybe I’m just not looking in the right places—are stories about the little, delightful, unexpected things that changed us in 2020. . Oftentimes, stories of distant wars and suffering can glaze over the humanity and real human stories that still exist.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 29, 2016

We know that good stories power fundraising and marketing, so join one of our events to discover powerful case studies and connect with digital storytelling experts in your community. Looking for inspiration or hands-on help with your digital storytelling? Bamenda, Cameroon: How to Create Digital Stories. Friday, April 8.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 26, 2016

Since our last storytelling Twitter chat , both the opportunities and challenges in producing a great digital story have increased. More stories flooding our social media airwaves mean that it's increasingly difficult to get a non-visual story heard. Topic: Improving how NGOs use photography and video.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 15, 2015

For, a mere 20 miles away in the atrium of another building, sits an exhibit focused on bringing the work of many nonprofits to life through photography. This exhibit highlights the work of Sean Sheridan , a world-renowned photojournalist who works to tell organizations’ stories through the lens of his camera. And I love it.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 22, 2012

Instagram, the mobile photography app, has been getting a lot of attention lately. From critics saying it is killing photography to hype and hoopla from marketing pundits saying it is a must-have as part of your “visual marketing tool box.” It boils down the techniques to simply: Curate, Snap, Hashtag, Engage, and Repeat.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 4, 2014

You realize that people connecting, laughing, hugging, and supporting a mutual cause can be a story worth sharing if done right. Knowing what to look for: Think about your story in advance. Be mindful of the story you want to tell. Check out the 2013 winners of the iPhone Photography Awards for inspiration.

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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. How To Identify and Build Your Nonprofit’s Story in 5 Steps. Map out the basic arc of your story.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 8, 2014

We’ve been inspired and moved by your stories. So without further ado, meet our judges, a collection of storytelling experts who will be choosing our awardees. She founded The Storytelling Nonprofit to help nonprofits connect in more meaningful ways with donors through stories and stewardship. Vanessa Chase.

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Care2

JUNE 9, 2011

For me it’s always personal stories or experiences someone shares with me, like when Stacey Monk, co-founder of Epic Change told me what inspired her to quit her corporate day job, travel to Africa, and start Epic Change after her world came crashing down when her brother died of an overdose.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 18, 2016

If that’s your case, see if stock photography is an option. Abstract or macro photography can be very effective if chosen carefully. For example, let’s say an interested visitor has clicked a link to a blog story from your home page and has read one of your success stories. Storytelling: persuade with imagery.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Instagram is about photo sharing and tell stories in photos. The platform attracts many brands because of the opportunities for brand story telling. It may be no surprised that he is an excellent photography and each shot is carefully crafted and described. He gives you the inside story about the work of art. Visibility.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 28, 2016

A compelling story makes a video stick with its audience, but if it looks poorly made, nobody's going to watch it. So as you're plotting out your next great digital story, make equipment-planning and budgeting part of the process. Check out CNET's top entry-level DSLR cameras to get an idea of the price range and features.

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Tech Soup

MAY 23, 2014

You can read the full story behind the confusion – and controversy – here. Digital Storytelling Apps and Tools. I'm always on the lookout for new digital storytelling tools, especially when they're in the form of mobile apps. The app is free only for a limited time so snag it while you can.

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Global Giving

APRIL 28, 2016

Still wondering if you have what it takes to tell a story through video? As charities, we tell stories all the time—it’s how we show our donors their money is making a difference! Find your story. Like all good stories, your final script should have a clear beginning, middle, and end. Of course you do!

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 25, 2018

Logic and healthcare trends have revealed that healthcare communications should rely more on patient stories, and use the patient’s voice to communicate more effectively. Establishing and driving a coalition of story hunters with members of marketing and the foundation might lead to a new problem—too many stories.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 21, 2015

Be a storyteller. Storytelling is critical for fundraising. Be it a 140-character tweet, a direct mail letter, an eAppeal, an online video or a face-to-face visit, being able to tell a story is a game-changer. For others it’s not knowing where the stories are. Some use privacy issues as an excuse. Get to know real donors.

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Tech Soup

JULY 11, 2011

Is It Different from Digital Storytelling? share your stories by using common platforms and encourage meaningful. fun by thinking about choice, interactivity, causes to support, humor, and spotlighting perspectives in stories that would never otherwise be. 2010 as a way of using film, photography, and real-time reporting.

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Care2

JANUARY 13, 2012

Pinterest has a lot of potential, especially for organizations whose stories lend themselved to visual storytelling. Share the story of each animal in the Pin Description. Pin animated and cartooon bible stories. In exhibits and galleries where photography is permitted, of course!) Where where was Scruffie found?

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Tech Soup

MARCH 26, 2015

Consider using images of real people to help you tell your story; it's even better if the people are a part of your mission. Generic stock photos do not convey authenticity, and therefore using them on your site to tell your organization's story comes off as inauthentic. Gawker Media Studio Showcase. Image 2 : Earthjustice.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 4, 2011

In an increasingly image-driven world, it is necessary for nonprofit organizations to capitalize on the undeniable power of visual storytelling to support their mission. The visual story of the Bhopal Medical Appeal was subsequently awarded a Getty Grant for Good in 2011 after winning the 2011 Focus for Humanity NGO Assignment Fellowship.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

Capturing beautiful imagery and creating wonderful designs is only half of the story. Even if you're not the world's best photographer or graphic designer, you can be a digital storyteller. Even if you're not the world's best photographer or graphic designer, you can be a digital storyteller.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Josh: Collecting good photography. Storytelling is one of the most important ways for us to spread awareness about the threat of malaria, and pictures are invaluable when it comes to telling a good story. Sometimes you’ll get an emergency brief that needs to be delivered on in a few hours. It’s just the nature of the workflow.

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Forum One

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The more we showcase real people of all kinds in our photography, the more engaged our audiences will be in the content we create, and the more inclusive our culture will become. Committing to choose and create photography that features different types of people and represents them as equals can already change our culture for the better.

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Media Cause

MAY 23, 2022

Stock photography is limiting and photoshoots are expensive, but illustration gives you the freedom to create imagery of anything. It eliminates the boundary of realism, which is an inherent part of photography. . When you’re telling a story. Lastly, illustrations enhance storytelling. When you need to be imaginative .

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