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Message Mastery

Strategic storytelling for nonprofit success

Course Details

Course Title: Message Mastery - Strategic Storytelling for Nonprofit Success

Course Number: C-13930

Full course details can be found on the course's express course detail page.


About This Course

This program teaches proven storytelling techniques that move both funders and donors to action, covering ethical story collection methods, multi-purpose narrative adaptation, and the specific elements that make grant proposals irresistible. Through hands-on exercises and real-world applications, you'll master the art of transforming authentic impact moments into strategic communication tools. Participants leave with a complete storytelling toolkit, including templates and frameworks for grant proposals, donor appeals, and community engagement materials.


Who Is this Course For?

This course is designed for Executive Directors and Development Professionals at small to mid-sized nonprofits who struggle to translate daily impact into compelling narrative that drive funding success


How long Is This Course?

Number of weeks: 4

Number of hours per week: 2.5

Total Training Hours: 10


How Do I Sign Up?

Apply for the course through "Start Your Application Now" below! Anyone is welcome to apply for our courses, even if you might not qualify for the Workforce Training Fund Program.  

Workforce Training Fund Program Application Requirements:

  • You need an Employer Identification Number (EIN).
  • A Certificate of Good Standing (DOR) that is less than six months old.
  • A Certificate of Compliance (DUA) that is less than one month old.
  • A signed IRS Form W-9 with a signature less than a year old at the time of the application.
  • Applying at least 21 days in advance of the course start date is recommended.

Check back often as we plan to offer a variety of courses relevant to nonprofit organizations.

If you would like to learn more about the Workforce Training Fund Program, you can find out more on the Commonwealth Corporation's website.