WHAT: Storytelling with Data: Masterclass for Local Nonprofit Leaders
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 10
WHERE: Hutchinson Community Foundation, 1 N. Main St., Ste. 501

Hutchinson Community Foundation is pleased to invite staff, board members, and volunteers of community-based organizations serving Reno County to our summer Learning Community Series, part of our Nonprofit Strength Initiative. With this series, we aim to provide opportunities for professional development through peer learning and workshops with regional leaders in the field.  

Data alone can inform, but stories make it resonate. This masterclass with Lori Bower, president of BowerComm, is designed for nonprofit leaders who want to move beyond dry statistics and transform data into compelling narratives that inspire action. Whether you’re crafting your next report, grant application, or community presentation, this session will provide you with practical tools to engage audiences and drive impact through storytelling. 

You will learn to: 

• Understand Your Data’s Story: Identify key insights and trends that matter most to your stakeholders. 
• Find the “Why” Behind the Numbers: Connect data to emotional, relatable narratives that highlight your mission. 
• Visualize Data Effectively: Discover tools and techniques for creating impactful charts, graphs, and visuals that amplify your story. 
• Craft Stories for Different Audiences: Tailor your storytelling approach for donors, board members, and community partners. 

Key Takeaways: 

• A framework for analyzing and presenting data in a meaningful way. 
• Tips for integrating visuals into reports and presentations. 
• Inspiration from real-world examples of nonprofits that successfully use data storytelling to motivate donors and stakeholders. 

About Lori Bower 

In 2009, after a seven-year stint working for agencies in Chicago, Lori and her husband decided to call it quits on city life and return to live on the family farm in central Kansas. Armed with knowledge from working on Fortune 300 brands, Lori launched BowerComm in January 2010 in response to a trend she was seeing: organizations running to try the latest marketing fad without thinking through what would really make a difference. Throughout her 25+ year career, she’s helped clients ranging from local companies and nonprofits to global conglomerates. Now, BowerComm works with over 50 clients across the U.S. and has 15 employees. 

Advance registration is required, for space is limited to 30 in each workshop. We encourage two people from each organization to come together for shared learning.