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Raise the Board’s Financial IQ

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But for the rest of us, ensuring that volunteer leaders are up to speed on the numbers is a significant responsibility. But it should be reinforced in person during the orientation for new members and in the documentation they receive. Invite the auditor to present to the group as preparation for the audit review.

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10 Volunteer Training Ideas for Onboarding All Types of Volunteers

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And among nonprofits, it’s also no secret that volunteering has declined substantially over the years. That makes volunteers more valuable than ever before. Many nonprofits see an alarming rate of volunteer turnover for a number of reasons , from lack of time, to insufficient recognition to burno ut and more. Where do you start?

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17 Top Volunteer Management Software Options for Nonprofits

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Volunteers are integral to nonprofit organizations’ day-to-day operations. However, successful volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention are no easy feat. That’s where volunteer management software comes in. Your volunteer management system can facilitate more streamlined volunteer engagement and communication.

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How to Minimize Risk Throughout Your Grant Cycle

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To mitigate risk throughout your grant cycle, you need to know your grantees through relationships and documentation, support their internal controls, and set up a process for whistleblower complaints. Mitigate Risks by Knowing Your Grantees The more you know about your grantees, the better decisions you can make.

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How to Start a Volunteer Program: 12 Steps for Success

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If so, you may be interested in starting a volunteer program. Volunteers provide nonprofits with the on-the-ground support they need to further their missions, whether that means helping to build homes, providing meals for food-insecure families, mentoring local youths, or cleaning up trash at local parks. Define your volunteer roles.

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Mattering: The Growing Volunteer Motivator

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When training nonprofit leaders, I often share that volunteers want to make a difference. As these young adults enter the workforce, they are less willing than previous generations to do jobs that they didn’t care about, and this applies equally to volunteering. Every volunteer wants to feel valued, whether a senior or teen.

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5 Reasons Your Board Should Switch to Google Drive

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Most nonprofit board members volunteer because they want to support a worthy cause. While a board’s priority is always governance, its members may also be the organization’s best spokespeople, fundraisers, volunteers, and technical experts. Each of these roles has one thing in common – documents. 1) Demonstrate Transparency.

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