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Storytelling & Branding

Flipping the Script: A New Approach to Narrative Strategy and Storytelling for Nonprofits

Audience: Practitioner: Been around - looking to spark new ideas

Friday, August 1, 2025
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM  
Location: Chesapeake A,B
Tired of storytelling frameworks that feel outdated or extractive? It’s time to flip the script.

This session introduces a fresh, forward-thinking approach to nonprofit storytelling—one rooted in authenticity, shared power, and collective impact. We’ll explore how to build a narrative strategy that uplifts voices, centers respect, and moves beyond traditional tactics that no longer resonate with modern audiences.

You’ll gain insight into the evolving role of storytelling in donor and community engagement, along with actionable strategies to break down silos between departments and ensure everyone contributes meaningfully to a unified narrative.

Whether you’re in marketing, development, or program leadership, you’ll walk away with new tools and a renewed perspective on how storytelling can drive connection—and feel good for everyone involved.

Learning Objectives:

  • Flip the script with a modern, values-driven approach to narrative strategy and storytelling
  • Respect, honor, and empower those who share their personal stories with your organization
  • Break down silos between teams to build unified, collaborative narrative strategies