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The Storytelling Non-profit
MARCH 14, 2022
One of the most frequently asked questions I've received since starting The Storytelling Non-Profit in 2012 is, "How can I organize and keep track of my story content?" The short answer is that you need a story bank. In this case, I've used Trello to create a story bank.
The Storytelling Non-profit
JANUARY 17, 2022
The power of sharing a personal story is well documented. We love hearing stories. And during these times, stories have the power to help us feel less alone in our very human experiences. Hearing people’s stories is a source of constant inspiration for me.
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The Storytelling Non-profit
JANUARY 31, 2022
In our roles as non-profit storytellers, we often need others to tell us their stories so that we have material to work with. We need to collect and share individual stories that highlight our organization’s impact and show the difference we’re making in the world.
Bloomerang
JUNE 29, 2021
We’ve all heard how important stories are to fundraising communications. But how do you actually pick a great story? And more importantly, how do you take a great story and turn it into a great fundraising story? . This is where you can really leverage your story.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 1, 2022
In his latest blog, Duke Haddad talks about how he learned a long time ago that video is vital to nonprofit storytelling to educate prospects, donors, and other constituencies by showing the impact a nonprofit makes on a community.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 2, 2022
Writing a successful fundraising communication — be it an e-appeal, social media post, direct mail letter, personal letter, program copy or anything else — can feel daunting.
Hands on Fundraising
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
So you’re (more) convinced that stories are the way to win over hearts. Where do I find our stories? But what you need to sleuth out are the stories […]. The post Where are all my stories hiding? But now comes the big challenge. I understand. It’s hard!
Hands on Fundraising
APRIL 6, 2021
The post Fundraisers: use stories, not statistics appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising. The human mind is a wanderer by nature. The daydream is the mind’s default state. Jonathan Gottschall What do you like to read? I read a scary book recently. Dystopic, feminist, infuriating.
Hands on Fundraising
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
The post This is your brain on stories appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising. When I was in high school, it was the highly-anticipated movie event of a lifetime. None of the theaters nearby were showing it – yet. But my friends and I were determined.
The Storytelling Non-profit
APRIL 5, 2022
Stories are an incredible tool for non-profit fundraising. Stories help non-profits illustrate their compelling reasons for giving in a way that makes sense to people who aren’t doing the work day in and day out. The Problem Story. The Impact Story. The Values Story.
The Storytelling Non-profit
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
When I talk with non-profit professionals about their storytelling endeavors, I often get asked questions about interviewing someone for their story. Story interviews for non-profits are a skill you can master. There are many ways to collect stories.
Bloomerang
JULY 27, 2021
Once you’ve cracked the code to the pattern, you’ll find that telling compelling nonprofit stories becomes less overwhelming and more manageable. You can apply the same blueprint again and again and know the stories will be well received by your audience. .
Hands on Fundraising
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
If you’re a fundraiser, telling a good story is a skill you need. The simplest answer is that stories – not facts – are how we make decisions. Stories are how we relate Facts – especially statistics – light up a part of our […].
Hands on Fundraising
MARCH 8, 2022
If you’ve been wondering why I’m making such a fuss about stories, read on. The post Why your good story leads to a better world appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising. Here’s the thing. Insiders (that would be you, nonprofit hero) understand all the details.
NonProfit PRO
MAY 27, 2021
Our stories have to engage readers on such a powerful emotional level that when we transition from them to the ask, readers feel compelled to take an action or make a gift.
Bloomerang
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
In the nonprofit world, we often walk a delicate tightrope when it comes to the stories we tell. However, raising money isn’t as simple as telling difficult nonprofit stories every single day. You also have the people in the stories to consider. Look at the stories you can share.
DipJar
APRIL 14, 2022
The story of that day, the movement it spawned, and its lasting impact are told at the International Civil Rights Center and Museum. The expansion isn’t just about more space,” Tyler explained, “it’s about telling more stories.”
Nonprofit Tech for Good
NOVEMBER 7, 2020
By Allison Weber , founder of Allison Weber Consulting , a fundraising and communications business dedicated to helping mission-driven organizations tell better stories. Stories are windows into new worlds. Now more than ever, nonprofits need to share stories of how they’re making the world better. Share your best stories—but go beyond just posting them on one platform. World Food Program USA: Rani’s Story. WFP USA also shared Rani’s story on Instagram.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 11, 2020
Today, we look back to 2016 : 2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. I'm a big fan of Paul's earlier best-sellers, including Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story.
Bloomerang
MAY 4, 2021
Imagine a story where someone was born, everything went perfectly from beginning to end, and then the story was over. When it comes to a good nonprofit story, struggle and overcoming are at the center. Human beings love a good story for several reasons.
EveryAction
MAY 1, 2017
Storytelling is a constant drumbeat that resonates throughout the nonprofit community, but increasingly, stories are getting hard to tell. Not so much with good stories, which are a welcome and inspiring; mostly, it's the difficult tales of struggle, desperation, injustice, and urgency that are the most complicated to convey - but the need has never been so great. What happens when stories go untold? Let me explain what I mean by “difficult stories.”
The Storytelling Non-profit
OCTOBER 18, 2021
In this article I’m going to break down the role stories play in marketing a year-end fundraising campaign, what kinds of stories to tell, and how to share those stories. Using Stories to Increase Awareness of a Year-End Fundraising Campaign.
DonorPerfect
JUNE 1, 2022
During this year’s DonorPerfect Community Conference, our line-up of esteemed speakers will demonstrate the power of nonprofit storytelling, plus explain how and when to share your organization’s story.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 29, 2021
And, his latest book, The 10 Stories Great Leaders Tell , is yet another required read for leaders – managers, CEOs and team leaders. And, the first and most important part of being a great storyteller is knowing what stories to tell ,” explains Paul. Paul : The vision story.
Nonprofit AF
OCTOBER 25, 2021
Halloween is coming up next week, which means it’s time for this year’s crop of spooky stories set. Hi everyone. Humor
The Storytelling Non-profit
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
To help you maximize your fundraising efforts this month, I’m here with advice on how to tell stories that raise money in December. Why Tell Stories in December. There are so many reasons why your non-profit should tell stories. The Future Story. The Update Story.
Bloomerang
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
We love hearing about nonprofits’ successful fundraising strategies in action, and sharing these stories allows nonprofits to learn from each other. We want to celebrate these nonprofits along with the other fundraising success stories. Successful fundraising story examples.
The Storytelling Non-profit
MARCH 28, 2022
Today we’re going to plan your non-profit’s stories for the next 90 days. A few more resources to help you plan your non-profit’s stories for the next 90 days. Need some fresh ideas for finding and collecting non-profit stories?
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. The Challenges of Getting a Story’s Emotions and Details.
Candid
MARCH 22, 2022
The answer: tell an engaging story. But how exactly do you craft a story, and digital storytelling strategy, that will draw new supporters’ interest and spur your followers to act? So those are very four key elements to telling a compelling story that really can get people to act.
The Modern Nonprofit
FEBRUARY 8, 2022
Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes 6 Tips for Writing A Winning Crowdfunding Story. This guide will help you write a winning nonprofit crowdfunding story that’ll help you raise enough funds for your organization.
The Storytelling Non-profit
JANUARY 3, 2022
When it’s the beginning of a new calendar year or the start of a new fiscal year, the fresh start is a great time to create your non-profit’s annual story strategy. You don’t need to publish endless amounts of story content because it’s what you think you should be doing. Story Ideas.
The Storytelling Non-profit
APRIL 12, 2022
With a great story, you can illustrate non-profit impact super clearly for donors in a way that other kinds of writing might not be able to capture. At the basis of all stories are facts and you need to be clear about the facts of your program.
Greater Giving
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Best of Client Stories. Inspiring stories from our beloved clients. Many of these nonprofits’ fundraising stories stood out with their creativity, passion and adaptability. The post Best of 2021 – Client Stories appeared first on Greater Giving Blog.
Cloud 4 Good
OCTOBER 18, 2021
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NonProfit PRO
JUNE 29, 2021
Take the use of pseudonyms in fundraising stories. It’s a wonderful feeling when something you always thought was bad for you turns out to be good for you. There’s a widespread presumption that using made-up names for real people is a necessary evil. Direct Mail
Eric Jacobsen Blog
FEBRUARY 25, 2021
Today, we look back to 2016 : 2016 brought the much anticipated release of Paul Smith 's book, Sell with a Story: How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the Sale. I'm a big fan of Paul's earlier best-sellers, including Lead with a Story and Parenting with a Story.
NetWits
MARCH 11, 2012
Big Brothers Big Sisters – Leverage video to tell your story. Through the Start Something Web Series they’re shedding light on the impact that Bigs have on Littles by telling their story through quality video they publish on their YouTube channel, share on their website and talk about on Facebook. Along the way they’ve used content in the form of life changing stories to help shed light on how they’re making a difference.
Media Cause
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
The post Google Analytics 4 – A Continuing Story appeared first on Media Cause. Like it or not, the switchover to Google Analytics 4 is coming (at some point – Google is keeping the official date a mystery to themselves as well as the rest of us mere mortals).
The Storytelling Non-profit
MARCH 7, 2022
Story arcs play an important role in non-profit narrative development. We often place a lot of emphasis on individual stories and use those individual stories in fundraising and communications. Why Non-Profits Need to Think in Story Arcs.
Get Fully Funded
AUGUST 20, 2021
Because the letter didn’t include an inspiring story that touched donor’s hearts. Why You Need a Great Story. Humans are hardwired to respond to stories. Neuroscientists would tell you that the brain processes facts and stories differently.
The Storytelling Non-profit
JANUARY 12, 2022
Telling great stories helps your non-profit get its message out into the world, connect with new audiences and motivate people to take action like making a donation. In this article, I want to take it back to basics so you understand what is a story and why they matter for your non-profit.
DipJar
MARCH 17, 2022
It is a great example of a storied institution finding new ways to support the community it serves and provide new ways – including DipJar – for the community to support its good work. One of the most iconic churches in America – if not the world – is St.
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