Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

When we embark upon what’s known in the nonprofit world as “donation season,” chances are that your organization thinks about putting together a fundraising video or other media that demonstrates the impact of your work. The post Ethical Storytelling for Nonprofits appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Storytelling for nonprofits is an avenue to connect with donors and help them relate to your work. Ethical storytelling for nonprofits produces stories that not only help nonprofits share their work and inspire donors but also honor the dignity of those the story is about. What is Nonprofit Storytelling?

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Achieve

MARCH 18, 2024

Let’s take a look at why storytelling matters for nonprofit grant writing and actionable ways you can start telling more compelling stories in your proposals. Why Does Storytelling Matter for Grant Writers? Storytelling matters in grant writing for two key reasons: Stories help you stand out. Stories make things real.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 31, 2022

Nonprofit storytelling refers to a specific way of communication that organizations use to personalize their mission. And once shared effectively, storytelling will change the game for your organization. But don’t just take it from me – Forbes named storytelling the #1 most important career skill of the future.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 25, 2024

Did you ever stop to consider that storytelling is your organization’s currency? After all, this ancient art form has the power to literally move your audience to give, support and share the important work you do with the world. Click the image below to view this week’s MotivateMonday episode.

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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. Why You Need a Good Story Strong, effective storytelling for nonprofits can accomplish lots of good things: Connects your audience to those you serve.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The answer lies in the power of storytelling. Pattern recognition: A storytelling superpower Our brains are wired to recognize patterns. Amplify impact through storytelling Storytelling in fundraising isn’t just about what you tell; it’s about how you tell it. The power of stories Why stories?

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Your nonprofit has worked diligently to build programs, events, and campaigns that help make the world a better place. In fact, storytelling encompasses blog writing, advertising, and stewardship efforts. There are several ways to hone your storytelling craft. Seek inspiration from real storytellers.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 12, 2022

That’s where storytelling comes in. In this article, I’m going to talk about the common challenges of explaining non-profit impact and go over the action steps you can take to explain your non-profit’s impact through storytelling. Your fundraising and communications work greatly benefits when you write simple, clear copy.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 23, 2023

You're doing the most important work there is: changing lives and creating a better world. So why do great nonprofits struggle for the attention and funding they need to make the impact we all want to see?

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Forum One

MARCH 2, 2023

The ease of learning Webflow has allowed many of our designers to quickly work as both designers and developers within a few weeks. Webflow has been a great platform for organizations like the Vilcek Foundation and American Jazz Museum to create special content with advanced visual storytelling.

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Candid

AUGUST 6, 2021

The Ford , Skoll , and Compton foundations have announced the launch of a donor collaborative to help strengthen the impact of moving image storytelling. Cultural change is needed to achieve long-term advances in justice and equity, making the role of transformational storytellers all the more important," said Mertes.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 1, 2021

To get information that helps you tell a great non-profit story, you’ll need great storytelling interview questions. For many of the non-profit professionals that I work with, story interviews are one of the most challenging aspects of storytelling. What was their life like before they began working with you?

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 18, 2022

However, many students and clients I work with compare their cause with others and doubt that they have a compelling enough conflict for a story. Impact stories work well for fundraising because they demonstrate a need that donors can meet through donating. This is where your storytelling work boils down to effective messaging.

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Charity Village

MARCH 17, 2023

The stress had been building from the pressure I was putting on myself to complete my draft while also being on the road this past month facilitating our storytelling workshops across […] The post Resisting a Rest: How Urgency Culture Polices our Work appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 6, 2021

This is part one of a series on the skills you need to be a great nonprofit storyteller. Good communication is the key to being an effective fundraiser, building strong relationships, leading well, and serving the people you’re working to help. Storytelling is one of the most powerful forms of communication. I have good news!

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 1, 2021

To get information that helps you tell a great non-profit story, you’ll need great storytelling interview questions. For many of the non-profit professionals that I work with, story interviews are one of the most challenging aspects of storytelling. What was their life like before they began working with you?

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 30, 2014

While the ROI of storytelling is a difficult one to measure , what’s important to understand is that it does work. Essentially, storytelling is something that not only helps nonprofits engage with their communities, but it also harbors the potential to help nonprofits fundraise, too. The formula.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 14, 2021

In part two of this series on the skills you need to be a great nonprofit storyteller, I talk about how to engage your audience emotionally through creative storytelling. In this post, I’ll focus on the creative skills involved in storytelling. . In this post, I’ll focus on the creative skills involved in storytelling. .

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Whether you’re planning an advocacy or fundraising campaign, using a storytelling framework to create your calls to action can help you make emotional connections with your audience and ultimately move them to act. This storytelling framework asks you to answer three basic questions: Story of Self: Why have you been called to serve?

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 24, 2022

One of the best storytelling tips I can give you is to set yourself up for measurement success from the very beginning. The very best advice I can give you on storytelling is to always start with the end in mind. Storytelling is a tool that supports various fundraising and communications strategies and goals.

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sgEngage

JULY 20, 2023

Your grantees are doing incredible boots-on-the-ground work every day. You name the issue, and there is an incredible organization working hard to overcome it. So how do you make sure your grantee’s work stands above the rest? Here are five ways to prove impact through storytelling—and how you, the grantmaker, can help.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 21, 2021

In part three of this series on how to become a great nonprofit storyteller, I talk about the practical skills you need to tell an effective story. In part two, I touched on the storytelling elements that will inspire your audience and encourage them to take a desired action. . Read parts one and two. Then base your decision on that.

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Qgiv

JULY 10, 2023

As new thinking continues to emerge and donor positioning shifts, ethical storytelling is evolving, and a new messaging strategy, called strength-based messaging , has emerged. Now, Sam is back to work, and is an active and productive member of our community in a country Sam was so proud to defend on the battlefield.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Diversity, Equity And Inclusion in Nonprofit Storytelling. Because everything starts with your mission and with how you approach the work you’re trying to do—the work you’re asking donors to support. The post DEI in Nonprofit Storytelling: A Beginner’s Guide to Sharing Empowering Stories appeared first on Bloomerang.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Last week, I was honored to host a virtual roundtable for a small group of nonprofit marketing and communications executives on The Art of Storytelling & Brand Identity. Harold led an exercise that challenged us to find ways to be more intentional with our storytelling. Provide hope for the future. About the Author. Cristina Jones.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 14, 2017

My colleague, Julia Campbell, has just published a book, “ Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits ” and was kind enough to share an advanced copy. This comprehensive book covers the following: Part One addresses storytelling readiness, especially now to transform your nonprofit’s culture.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 9, 2014

I don’t have to tell anyone who reads Beth’s blog about the value of storytelling. Few would deny that storytelling is a powerful tool for inspiring action and influencing thought leaders, donors, and decision makers. However, few of us working in the social impact space could admit to utilizing storytelling to its fullest potential.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

charitable market works, its scope, where potential competitors and collaborators are, and how to overcome hurdles. Presented by: Elizabeth Ngonzi , Adjunct Faculty at New York University Center for Global Affairs and Former CEO of Afrika Tikkun USA. International organizations seeking to access U.S. million U.S.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Empowerment through Education: NYU’s Digital Storytelling Course As we culminate our exploration of ChatGPT-powered strategies, it’s imperative to acknowledge the educational aspect. Liz’s NYU course, “ Digital Storytelling for Fundraising: Leveraging Emerging Technology for Impact ,” complements this journey.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

This webinar begins with a brief demonstration on how to get your nonprofit started on Pinterest and then explores click-by-click the Pinterest tool set, highlights what kind of content works best on Pinterest Boards, and features numerous tips and tricks that can help your nonprofit become a better pinner.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 5, 2013

This webinar begins with a brief demonstration on how to get your nonprofit started on Pinterest and then explores click-by-click the Pinterest tool set, highlights what kind of content works best on Pinterest Boards, and features numerous tips and tricks that can help your nonprofit become a better pinner.

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CauseVox

APRIL 22, 2022

She has worked in various roles in mission oriented nonprofits and joined CSi about 4 years ago. Cylinda Nickel is the Executive Director of Compassion Services International (CSi), a nonprofit dedicated to global support and change for the future. About your Speaker. Cylinda Nickel, Executive Director @ Compassion Services International.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

This webinar begins with a brief demonstration on how to get your nonprofit started on Pinterest and then explores click-by-click the Pinterest tool set, highlights what kind of content works best on Pinterest Boards, and features numerous tips and tricks that can help your nonprofit become a better pinner.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 18, 2022

In our effort to highlight brilliant changemakers, we sat down with Cylinda Nickel at Compassion Services International to dive deeper into their global fundraising initiatives – particularly their work for Ukraine- and hear about her top fundraising tips. Using The Power Of Storytelling To Sell The Need.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 18, 2014

I work to weave the story of customer success into the core of the product. The fundamentals of designing for storytelling in tech products can be woven into the overall strategy of nonprofit organizations. design Social Media storytelling'

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

With so many EOY campaigns , one of the most powerful ways for donors to connect with your cause is through the power of storytelling. Yes, it’s 2018 and we are still talking about the power and benefits of storytelling. 15 Minute Storytelling Workouts. 30 Minute Storytelling Workouts. 60 Minute Storytelling Workouts.

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