Meet Ty. This expert storyteller is a connector of people and transformation. She believes storytelling done right can change incorrect narratives, stereotypes, and has the power to shape the future👏 We’re talking about how social impact storytelling should not only move your audience’s hearts, but also move them to take action. Tune in for a convo highlighting what happens when you stop using your messaging to sell your mission and instead focus on inviting people to join your community through authentic storytelling. 

💡Learn

• Painting a picture of the vision you’re trying to create instead of highlighting the barrier 🎨
• The importance of telling a story of transformation completely
• Elements of building an authentic story
  
  

Today’s Guest
Ty Spells, Senior Strategist of Partnership Activation, Stand Together Foundation

Episode Highlights

• Ty’s story and journey to where she is today (6:00)
• Storytelling in today’s digital age (10:00)
• Missteps and barriers to sharing your story (13:00)
• Breaking through the noise (17:00)
• Core elements of building an authentic story (20:00)
• How and when to tell the difficult parts of your story (26:00)
• A powerful moment of philanthropy in Ty’s life (33:45)
• Ty’s One Good Thing: Believe and understand that your personal story matters. You were created to bring about change. Lead with that. (41:00)
• How to connect with Ty (42:20)
• One thing Becky and Jon are standing on and standing for today (44:20)

For more information and episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/344

About Neon One
Technology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting neonone.com/weareforgood.

About Gravyty
Gravyty is your force for good. Their ecosystem of products equips you to engage with your community authentically, increase fundraiser capacity and personalize digital fundraising efforts. Learn more at gravyty.com. 

📅 Don't Miss These Free Upcoming Events! 👇

APRIL 29: Working Session Live: Forecast Your Monthly Giving Growth in 2026 with Dana Snyder (and the pathways to get you there!)

MAY  14: ImpactUp: Story This quarter, we're going deep on your most powerful (and underused) tool - Story. Local meetups happening worldwide. Find one near you. 

//

Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.
Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com

Say hi 👋
LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter