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TechSoup Digital Storytelling 

TechSoup Digital Storytelling 

Ready to change the world with a story? So are we. At TechSoup, we’re dedicated to providing your nonprofit, library, or charity with the resources it needs to tell its story.

Thank you for entering the Digital Storytelling Challenge! Now it's time to get out the vote!

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Community initiative details

2013 Challenge

2013 Timeline


April 2: Digital Storytelling Launch / Submissions OPEN

April 4: Webinar: Creating a Culture of Storytelling
April 9: Tweet Chat: Storytelling with Data
April 11: Webinar: From Creation to Consumption
April 16: Tweet Chat: Storytelling Around the World
April 18: Webinar: Storytelling of All Sizes
April 23: Tweet Chat: Storytelling and Social Sharing

April 30: Submissions close at 11:59 p.m. Pacific time

May 4 – 17: Community and expert judging

May 28: Awards Gala live in San Francisco and streaming online!



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FAQ 

Frequently Asked Questions

There are many ways to participate in TechSoup's 2013 Digital Storytelling Challenge and a wealth of free resources and training available. Are you confused about anything? Let’s see if our FAQ can help.

When is TechSoup's 2013 Digital Storytelling Challenge?
Submissions open April 2 and close at 11:59 p.m. Pacific time on April 30. Expert and community judging happens during the first two weeks of May, and we'll host an awards gala in San Francisco and streamed online through our Nonprofit Commons in Second Life on May 28.

I’m a nonprofit, social benefit organization, or library outside the United States. Can I participate?
The challenge is open to new and seasoned storytellers around the globe. 

Wait, what is the time limit on video submissions? 
The average attention span for online video consumption is 90 seconds. We want to push you to create something people will watch!

Is there any cost to enter or participate?
Nope! All webinars and resources are free, and it's free to enter the challenge.

Do I need to be a member of TechSoup?
No, but there is no cost to become a member. And joining TechSoup gives you access to a catalog of over 400 donated technology products from our donor partners like Microsoft, Adobe, Citrix, and Flickr. 

I already made a short video for my organization, can I still enter?
Yes! We don’t mind when you made your video, as long as you meet the time requirements.

I'd love to blog about the challenge. How can I help you promote it?
Thanks! Please drop us a note at tsdigs [at] techsoupglobal [dot] org.

Prizes 

2013 Prizes


First Place Video

  • Connect2give suite annual plan
  • Notebook PC
  • MobileBeacon hot spot and one year of unlimited 4G service
  • GoToMeeting with 25 seats
  • Atomic Training All Access yearly subscriptions
  • Flickr Pro account
  • Cisco Flip camera
  • Plantronics headset

First Place Photo

  • GoToMeeting with 25 seats
  • Atomic Training All Access yearly subscriptions
  • Flickr Pro account
  • Cisco Flip camera

Second Place (Photo or Video)

  • GoToMyPC
  • Atomic Training All Access yearly subscriptions
  • Flickr Pro account

Third Place (Photo or Video)

  • GoToMyPC
  • Atomic Training All Access yearly subscriptions
  • Flickr Pro account
Community-Choice Awards
  • Video: $400 Best Buy gift card
  • Photo: Lytro camera