Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 25, 2021

Read the informative and inspirational, The Entrepreneur’s Faces , to follow the intriguing stories of 10 real entrepreneurs from around the world as they reveal their personal entrepreneurial journeys – overcoming pain and setbacks, all the while demonstrating tremendous vision, imagine and drive. The Test – Iterating and troubleshooting.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Read the informative and inspirational, The Entrepreneur’s Faces , to follow the intriguing stories of 10 real entrepreneurs from around the world as they reveal their personal entrepreneurial journeys – overcoming pain and setbacks, all the while demonstrating tremendous vision, imagine and drive. The Test – Iterating and troubleshooting.

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Museum 2.0

OCTOBER 1, 2014

It made me dig up this 2011 interview with Tina Olsen (then at the Portland Art Museum) about their extraordinary Object Stories project. How and why did Object Stories come to be? We imagined an cart at the farmer’s markets where people could record stories. Lots of inspiring and practical tips below - enjoy!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 20, 2013

If you are wondering about the different between these two platforms, here’s a good comparison from TechCrunch , but either platform your nonprofit needs to share compelling videos, that use good storytelling , and support your goals. Guest Post Storytelling Video' Charity Water. Watch Video: [link]. v/b5PTVUYQpXU.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 12, 2023

What do you see on their profiles that you like? You should also work to develop your brand’s voice and language across your social media profiles. Focus on storytelling. Every nonprofit has a story, but how do you tell yours? The most important part of any content strategy is honing your storytelling skills.

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Museum 2.0

MAY 3, 2011

Lots of museums these days have video comment booths to invite visitors to tell their stories, but how many of those booths really deliver high-impact content? Last week, I talked with Tina Olsen, Director of Education and Public Programs at the Portland Art Museum, about their extraordinary Object Stories project.

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Care2

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

A 24-hour fundraising campaign like #GivingTuesday (mark your calendar for December 2 nd , 2014) is the perfect opportunity to experiment with new tactics and tools, and to showcase inspiring stories from your nonprofit. 24 hours, 24 stories. You could even “unlock” each story as a specific amount of money is raised.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 1, 2012

Let your stakeholders share their story and passion about your organization – from the heart and humor work. Set realistic expectations and objectives for pilots, focus on learning and engagement. Pick a campaign and platform to experiment with integrating social fundraising , but build your network and get organized first.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

OCTOBER 3, 2018

It’s no secret that storytelling in the digital age is essential for nonprofits , but the efficacy of stories depends largely on how clearly and strategically they’re communicated to each unique segment of your audience, also sometimes known as a persona.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

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. It’s a feeling we hope to share through our Power of One campaign, every dollar given provides a malaria test and life-saving treatment for a child in Zambia.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

Test all Software Beforehand. Analyze your own Giving Tuesday stories and successes to determine what’s best for your nonprofit. . Test All Software Beforehand. Try donating to your own nonprofit to test out the software. Expert Giving Tuesday Tips. Keep Giving Tuesday in Perspective. Start Planning Early. Matching Gifts.

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Nonprofits Source

MARCH 21, 2018

They counteract this by telling the stories of people both past and present who have connections with the American Red Cross. Don’t be afraid to share people’s stories because it will make your organization feel a lot more friendly and open. Like the American Red Cross, they know how to use personal stories to promote their brand.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 22, 2013

From #batkid to #GivingTuesday, the Next Generation of American Giving to Content Marketing for Nonprofits , storytelling to social fundraising, retention rates to relationship building, the roundup below covers it all (and everything in between). Baldrick’s Foundation shares expert story-telling advice. Checklists.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Go live on your Facebook or Instagram profiles to announce updates on your campaign goals. You can show that impact by sharing a human story. Here are some storytelling tips: Tap into people’s love of narrative. This allows you to give your donors a story with a beginning, middle, and end! Tell a story.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 21, 2017

It’s not about creating entirely new content or telling a different story, but you must acknowledge the existing relationship you have with the donor and, more importantly, the kind of impact they can have (or have had) through their gifts. Video Stories. Videos from leadership and recipients. It’s important to keep content consumable.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 17, 2016

It’s no secret that storytelling in the digital age is essential for nonprofits , but the efficacy of stories depends largely on how clearly and strategically they’re communicated to each audience, or persona. From there, take advantage of your platform’s A/B email testing and figure out how to best speak to both Malik and Nellie.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Why – THE STORY If your goal is your “what,” your story is your “why” Why did you set the above goal? While you want to include the program’s metrics and efficacy, you’ll also want the central piece to relate to a real story from your community. Do include visuals and a video.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Why – THE STORY. If your goal is your “what,” your story is your “why” Why did you set the above goal? While you want to include the program’s metrics and efficacy, you’ll also want the central piece to relate to a real story from your community. Do include visuals and a video.

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Double the Donation

APRIL 24, 2021

Take advantage of intuitive features like their subject line helper, A/B testing, and surveys to improve your marketing initiatives. They take creative control to help you amplify your story and capture donations with mobile-friendly campaign websites, online donation forms, storytelling landing pages, and more.

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