What the Fundraising

215: AI-Powered Storytelling: Elevating Nonprofit Narratives with Visual Media with Dmitry Koltunov, Danny Wu, and Toren Reaves


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In this episode, get a look into the recent webinar hosted by Fundraising AI, titled “AI-Powered Storytelling: Elevating Nonprofit Narratives with Visual Media” with Mallory Erickson, Dmitry Koltunov, Danny Wu and Toren Reaves! Listen in for a captivating conversation on leveraging AI's capabilities while safeguarding ethical standards and emotional engagement. Our guests share actionable insights on crafting emotionally resonant narratives, using AI to streamline storytelling processes, and maintaining authenticity in content creation. Whether you're a seasoned nonprofit leader or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical tools to amplify your impact.

Dmitry is the Founder and CEO of Arbor, an AI-driven platform designed to help organizations create authentic stories through video and other media.

Danny is the Head of AI Products at Canva, leading efforts to integrate AI into creative tools.

Toren is the Community Relationship Manager and Evangelist at Adobe, fostering connections and promoting the company's innovative creative solutions.


Key takeaways from the episode: 

  • Discover the importance of clear goals and contextual relevance in nonprofit storytelling.
  • Understand the significance of human involvement in ensuring authenticity in AI-assisted storytelling.
  • Gain insights into how AI can support brainstorming, editing, and refining narratives for nonprofits.
  • Learn how storytelling in nonprofits can be more impactful by focusing on the transformation of beneficiaries rather than organizational success.
  • Learn about ethical AI practices, including data privacy and transparency in AI-generated content.
  • Understand how to maintain authenticity and emotional engagement when integrating AI into storytelling.


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