Nonprofit Storytelling Magnolia Media Group
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Whether you’re a nonprofit marketer, executive director, board member or just love good storytelling that makes an impact, this is the show to listen to. Each episode we bring you storytelling advice, insights from nonprofits, and so much more.
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Why branding matters to storytelling
Does your nonprofit identify with one of these scenarios?
You’ve grown and have more services, which means other departments are communicating to your existing audienceYou want to grow so jumping on digital marketing trends seems like an easy way to get more attention for your causesYou’ve had to shift resources around in your organization since the pandemic and have not seemed to find your marketing stride in this new normalEach of these scenarios offers its own set of marketing challenges, so the first step is going back to your brand. Listen in as Heather Loveridge and Ashley Brinkman chat about the importance of branding when it comes to helping your nonprofit communicate its story well. -
What nonprofits could learn from for-profit marketing
It's true: nonprofits could learn a thing or two from for-profits. In this episode, Paige Havens – independent marketing consultant, or Change Agent, as she likes to call herself – shares what she's learned during her 30+ years in the nonprofit and for-profit marketing world. Listen as she speaks to the importance of maintaining good business sense within nonprofits, prioritizing telling authentic stories, and actually asking people to give. And don't miss the simple question that made her stop and write someone a $500 check on the spot!
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Telling stories with care
Stories are all about people, right? But making them about people - in the best possible way - isn't always as easy as it seems. In this episode, Brooke Hoffman shares what she's learned about telling stories for nonprofit clients over the past several years. Showing care and empathy are key elements to treating people, and their stories, with dignity.
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5 keys to good nonprofit communication
On this episode, Scott Mawdesley, VP of Corners Outreach and founder of Dads on Tap, shares what he's learned in his more than two decades of nonprofit leadership experience. He shares five keys to good nonprofit communication, what makes storytelling vital in his opinion, some ways to tame the overwhelm as a nonprofit communicator and more.
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Special holiday episode: Storytelling advice for 2022
Thinking about your storytelling/marketing plans for 2022? You'll want to listen to this special episode as our team from Magnolia Media Group dishes on the things they've learned working with nonprofits over the years, plus they spill some tips and tricks you can use going into 2022.
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Part 1 of 2: Marketing and development - a nonprofit's dream team
Can your development person also be your storytelling/marketing person? Do you know your "why"? How often do you ask questions/listen to your audience? On this episode, which is part one of a two-part series, we chat with Kelly Brewer, Director of Development for Eagle Ranch, on the importance of storytelling to the ranch, on having great visuals, how vital it is for development and marketing to work hand in hand and more. Plus, Kelly shares some really inspiring stories, so start listening now!
Customer Reviews
Great marketing and storytelling tips!
I volunteer for a local non-profit by writing social media content, articles, and videos. I recently found this podcast since I’m always interested in learning how I can improve my skills to benefit the organization I serve. I appreciate the advice and passion your team shares on this podcast. Thank you!