Visual storytelling for nonprofits
Nonprofits use location information and interactive maps to see, understand, and tell the stories of their communities with simple, visual language. For example, childhood obesity often occurs in communities that are located in food deserts or in areas without adequate public green space. Or, populations suffering disproportionately from COVID-19 may be located in low-income communities far away from adequate health services. Telling these stories through the lens of place helps reveal patterns and relationships, and connects the dots on the many factors that impact people’s lives.
ArcGIS StoryMaps provides a simple, visual language to show the content and context of place and the communities that live there. They bring together social, environmental, and economic data in an immersive, multimedia environment that is easy to use and inspires and engages communities.
The Grand Canyon is a spiritual home to Native American peoples whose ancestors farmed along the river, built homes in the cliffs, and hunted along the canyon rims since time immemorial. This story combines audio, video, imagery, and maps for an immersive experience.
In this story, Clean Air Carolina examines historic redlining and current segregation patterns in Charlotte, North Carolina. The ramifications of segregation impact air quality and health outcomes of Charlotte's citizens.
Explore a gallery of inspiring examples of how nonprofits are using ArcGIS StoryMaps to engage with donors, volunteers, and other stakeholders to advance their missions.
Join colleagues from Direct Relief, YMCA-USA, and Self-Represented Litigation Network as they share how storytelling with maps engages, informs, and inspires internal and external audiences such as board members, humanitarian response professionals, and communities in need.
Special tools and licensing are available for nonprofits and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs).