Tech Soup

JULY 9, 2010

For three days in New York City we experimented with new types of social media integration with Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS for short, which runs the AmeriCorps programs) and the Points of Light Foundation 's National Conference on Volunteerism and Service.

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NTEN

JANUARY 7, 2013

An organization learns to identify outcomes, define indicators, and gather and report data to track its own effectiveness in the community. NTEN’s IT Director Karl Hedstrom has been working with the organization’s dashboard since he first joined as an AmeriCorps Volunteer six years ago. Chris Bernard. read more

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Volunteer Hub

AUGUST 2, 2022

According to AmeriCorps, the national average volunteer retention rate is 65%. If you are interested in learning more about volunteer training, here are 7 elements to a successful volunteer training program that you should check out. There are many reasons why a volunteer may stop giving their time. Get to know your volunteers!

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 9, 2014

posted by Annie Bello Graduate Public Allies Arizona I quickly realized that Public Allies was no cop out when we were sworn in as AmeriCorps members. I am an AmeriCorps member, and I will get things done. We held an event for the farm employees to bring their kids to learn about who Cesar Chavez was. But we''ve persevered.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

Tan , University Service Learning /. AmeriCorps Coordinator. Tan is a Coordinator in ASU’s University Service Learning department, specializing in community partnerships and AmeriCorps programming. How my mother and AmeriCorps made me a better man" by Michael Soto. ASU Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 29, 2013

I was in Alaska for the summer as an AmeriCorps Summer Crew Leader. My first day on the job was to familiarize myself with the organization by learning about their history and development. Looking back at my experience, I learned a great deal about the nonprofit world and that it sometimes takes a lot of. On Nov 24, 2012 the.

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Twenty Hats

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

But I was eager to learn and determined to do a good job. Krista Gilmore, CVA has worked for Cecil County (MD) Department of Community Services since November 2004 and currently oversees an AmeriCorps Seniors program. That was the advice I received 25 years ago from an experienced volunteer director.

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Twenty Hats

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

A natural history museum’s volunteer supervisor described creating materials for kids that were learning from home: “Our education department rallied and created all these STEAM videos and ended up creating online curriculum to help parents who are homeschooling. Volunteer managers adapted and learned how to use old technology in new ways.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 18, 2019

Public Allies Arizona ’s 13th class will graduate in June 28, the completion of a 10-month AmeriCorps program that places emerging young leaders at local nonprofits for full-time paid apprenticeships. I learned so much about myself and there is comfort in knowing I have support from others who are growing and developing like I am.

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Amy Sample Ward

DECEMBER 16, 2010

Job announcements are permitted only for positions at AmeriCorps, Learn and Serve America, and Senior Corps programs; at state commissions; with training and technical assistance providers; and at the Corporation. Announcements of member openings are also permitted.

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Community Guidelines Americorp Listserv 108

ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 11, 2012

The fellows, experienced professionals who are at or near retirement, are able to use the skills gained in their former roles to make a difference, earn a stipend, and learn about transitioning to work in the nonprofit sector. Fellows receive a $25,000 stipend for a 1,000-hour (half-time), 12-month assignment. Sources: 1. McBride, A.,

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

A couple of weeks ago, I stepped into my first marketing class excited to learn and meet some new people in my still-smells-like-new home base in New Jersey. It contradicted what he was saying, "Marketing is about discovering customer needs and satisfying them", as well as everything I've learned about social media: Listen first!

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 29, 2013

This free webinar will help you find solutions and learn from another organization. Eastern) to learn about the turnkey solutions that SAP donates to nonprofits, and how they can help your organization manage and leverage data to more successfully meet your mission. organization's needs? Pacific time (2 p.m. of data they gather.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

scroll down to learn more about them!) to learn their most effective tips and techniques for creating, managing, and sustaining a volunteer program that’s equally meaningful for their nonprofit and participating volunteers. Celebrate your volunteers like you celebrate your donors According to AmeriCorps , 23.2%

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 21, 2019

Public Allies Arizona ’s 13th class will graduate in June, the completion of a 10-month AmeriCorps program that places emerging young leaders at local nonprofits for full-time paid apprenticeships. posted by Iyamidé May Class 13 Public Ally. Find out how you can get involved as an Ally or a Partner Organization. )

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 21, 2019

Public Allies Arizona ’s 13th class will graduate in June, the completion of a 10-month AmeriCorps program that places emerging young leaders at local nonprofits for full-time paid apprenticeships. posted by Iyamidé May Class 13 Public Ally. Find out how you can get involved as an Ally or a Partner Organization. )

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 22, 2013

If you want to learn more about how to work with Millennials from both inside and outside your nonprofit, head to MCON Conference in Indianapolis in July. More information here.

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Amy Sample Ward

APRIL 5, 2011

I am part of the Digital Arts Service Corps, which is an initiative of the Transmission Project that pairs tech-savvy AmeriCorps Vistas with organizations dedicated to supporting community media and technology. What did you learn and what would you do differently next time? Who was the community that you were working with?

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sgEngage

APRIL 6, 2021

However, you actually began your career working in social good as a White House Fellow focused on the Corporation for National and Community Service and AmeriCorps Promise Fellows programs. What made you decide to take the helm at NMAAM and return as a social good leader in a professional capacity?

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 7, 2019

Public Allies Arizona ’s 13th class will graduate in June, the completion of a 10-month AmeriCorps program that places emerging young leaders at local nonprofits for full-time paid apprenticeships. What would you tell others that are just learning about Public Allies and/or someone who might be thinking about applying to be a Public Ally?

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Elsbeth Pollack is a Program Manager for Public Allies Arizona (PAAZ) , an AmeriCorps program that engages service-minded young individuals in 10-months of paid leadership training, apprenticeships, and service opportunities in collaboration with local nonprofit partner organizations. Elsbeth Pollack Program Manager, Public Allies Arizona.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 18, 2018

While the first year is often reserved solely for learning and growth, an Allies’ second year is used to expand their confidence and to step up and thrive as a leader within the program, their community and their placement organizations. My AmeriCorps service has been invaluable.

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Double the Donation

JANUARY 17, 2022

Strive to learn and grow professionally while pursuing the best ways to drive impact at the company. I feel as if my degree in English from Elon University has helped prepare me for my career, and I’ve continued to learn and grow through the experience offered at Double the Donation.” Learn more about the company.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 21, 2018

While the first year is often reserved solely for learning and growth, an Allies’ second year is used to expand their confidence and to step up and thrive as a leader within the program, their community and their placement organizations. My AmeriCorps service has been invaluable.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Over the next 10 months, this diverse group of up-and-coming leaders will serve full-time at local nonprofit organizations and learn the skills to start careers in the nonprofit sector. Practicing our +1 of self-care along with self-awareness will ensure I spend every day learning and growing.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Before becoming a Public Ally, I somewhat understood the nonprofit sector, since the year before I had served as a City Year Corps Member in Chicago through AmeriCorps. posted by Michelle Jimenez Class 12 Public Ally.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Learn more about the fellows and why they are joining Impact Labs. Jacqueline Yannacci oversees the California Volunteers Program Department which comprises the state’s AmeriCorps programs, California Climate Action Corps, Disaster Services, and Volunteer Services. Clayton Aldern. Data Strategist, Grist.

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Tech Soup

MAY 17, 2011

To enter, all you need to do is create a short video about what you've learned about nonprofit management in the past five years. Ryan Bancroft , AmeriCorps volunteer at the OMNI Center for Peace, Justice, and Ecology discusses the importance of incorporating social media into a broader, scalable communications strategy.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 27, 2019

Throughout the first few weeks, Anne had discussed her journey with community, AmeriCorps and how she has a passion for giving back. I grew and learned so much about the nonprofit world and leadership throughout my time as her student and within leadership. I eventually joined and was a member and then became the president.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 28, 2011

Click here to learn more. Click here to read "How my mother and AmeriCorps made me a better man" — a post from young leader Michael Soto about his experiences with ASU Lodestar's Public Allies Arizona program. Want to help mold talented, young leaders? Join ASU Lodestar Center's Public Allies Arizona program. Words to live by.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 30, 2013

Note From Beth: Many of us don’t value taking the time for intentional learning within our organizations. Being intentional about learning can also help an organization scale effectively. We learned identifying and managing intellectual capital is your first step too. How does your organization learn and share knowledge?

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Care2

NOVEMBER 23, 2012

Learn how you can make your new subscribers feel right at home! In this webinar you will learn: Why early communication with a new supporter is so important. She has also recently served a term with AmeriCorps, leading a team of environmental education volunteers. Are you getting the most out of your new email subscribers?

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Forj

MAY 18, 2021

Through the pandemic, everyone is learning to get more and more used to being on video. The difference between the support of other video services and a video interviewing platform is best summed up by Chad Karlsson, AmeriCorps and VISTA Manager at College Possible: “Previously, we would use phone screens or conduct Skype interviews.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 6, 2021

However, you actually began your career working in social good as a White House Fellow focused on the Corporation for National and Community Service and AmeriCorps Promise Fellows programs. What made you decide to take the helm at NMAAM and return as a social good leader in a professional capacity?

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Music Museum National Nashville 27

Non Profit Quarterly

DECEMBER 14, 2021

And so, we kind of scrambled to learn things like Zoom. In the spring and summer of 2021, with funding from AmeriCorps, our research team held focus groups with volunteer administrators about their technology use in the pandemic. Information technologies and social media are here to stay. Who are these people we talked with?

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 6, 2011

It was a great week for learning and connecting, with over 500 people attending the Phoenix Business Journals Fourth Annual Nonprofit Business Summit , which engaged nonprofit and business leaders in dialogue and educational sessions. In the spirit of learning, weve put together a fun quiz on Arizonas nonprofit sector.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 15, 2011

This organization uses sports, specifically basketball, as a vehicle to help youth get motivated in school and learn life lessons while at the same time producing some seriously great athletes. In my experience, Ive learned how integral life skills can be taught and nurtured by tapping into something kids love: basketball.

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