NonProfit Hub

MARCH 26, 2015

However, for one volunteer at The HALO Foundation , it is the perfect way to recognize her contributions to the organization. HALO, which works with disadvantaged youth in Missouri and Africa, gives this award as part of a handful of awards at an annual happy hour to honor the volunteers. “We What are their hobbies and interests?

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 23, 2014

Through donations or volunteering, more or less, millennials support ideology behind an organization than the organization itself. By showing them how they can contribute to your mission, they will become more invested in your nonprofit, which will lead to a lifetime of volunteering and eventually those highly sought after donations.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 12, 2014

Last week, we wrote about how to recruit life-time volunteers for your nonprofit instead of relying on one-time helpers. Today, we are going to dive further into the topic and focus on one group that has the potential to provide you with life-long volunteers: Millennials. Longer Relationships with Volunteers.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 30, 2014

Maybe you have a framework or set of guidelines that you’ve always used for volunteers and donors and you expect them to work or give within those specific parameters. If they want to volunteer or donate on their own terms, why not be cool with that if it ultimately accomplishes your mission? Encourage us to volunteer.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 16, 2014

As nonprofits we’re often focused on the difficulties we face on our end—logistics, recruiting, finding jobs suited for each volunteer’s unique set of skills, etc. But we tend to overlook the difficulties volunteers face when trying to get involved with a NPO. Problem 2: People Value Variety—NPOs Don’t.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 8, 2014

How it works for nonprofits: Get important information to your volunteers after a training session. How it works for nonprofits: Use the storytelling feature to come up with ways to showcase the work your volunteers are doing. Check out how UNICEF is using Storify to get some ideas for your NPO. Still looking for ideas?

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Byte Technology

APRIL 30, 2015

But that expense is a justifiable reality, given that, for non-profits operating in today’s electronic world, a website is an invaluable tool for getting out your message; staying in touch with donor bases and attracting new ones; raising funds quickly and easily; and recruiting and communicating with volunteers. Get the word out.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 16, 2014

As nonprofits we’re often focused on the difficulties we face on our end—logistics, recruiting, finding jobs suited for each volunteer’s unique set of skills, etc. But we tend to overlook the difficulties volunteers face when trying to get involved with a NPO. Problem 2: People Value Variety—NPOs Don’t.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 24, 2014

Our first key to pulling together a fantastic board of directors: seek out volunteers in unlikely places. The post The Board of the Rings: Assembling an Epic Board to Save Your NPO (and Maybe Middle Earth) appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Seek Your Heroes in Unlikely Places. It seems counter-intuitive. Not necessarily.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Over those three years, Nonprofit Tech for Good and PIR trained more than 60,000 NPO and NGO staff worldwide! Gen X also volunteers more often than any other generation and gives generously. The webinar was the final webinar in a three-year webinar series sponsored by the Public Interest Registry. The Internet of Things.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 31, 2020

See how this NPO moved their fundraising event online. They attend your fundraising events and sign up for volunteer opportunities. Brainstorm ways to get donors actively involved with your organization through events, surveys, and volunteer opportunities. Remote volunteer listings. Engagement. Crowdfunding campaign.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 19, 2014

Sure, most of the information about your volunteer opportunities is listed on your website. A new opportunity to form a relationship with a volunteer. And they could either become a one-time volunteer or a lifelong supporter. Now, let’s apply this to a bigger picture: recruiting volunteers to your nonprofit.

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Byte Technology

MAY 12, 2015

Unfortunately, non-profit’s have much to fear these days: a slump in the economy that translates to a downturn in donations; an ineffective social media program; an unscrupulous or ineffective board of directors; an apathetic staff or volunteer base; the list goes on and on.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 13, 2017

From information on employees, volunteers, the number of people or families you’ve helped, the amount of money raised, to engagement on social media—these are all sources of information that can help grow your organization. Do you need more volunteers? If you’re a nonprofit hoping to gain more volunteers and support, look to your data!

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Byte Technology

MARCH 23, 2015

This is especially true for newer organizations that have not yet reached a comfortable monetary flow and need to hustle to attract donors and volunteers. Most non-profits struggle financially at various points in their existence, and the thought of getting something gratis is hard to resist.

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

However, ask any NPO media guru what’s the difficult part of generating interest in said fundraiser and their answer will no doubt involve achieving a well-canvassed publicity campaign: in short, you can create the concept, but you need to encourage supporters to pass the word.

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

For non-profits, much has been written about the importance of an efficient and effective website, that vital and all-encompassing portal connecting cause to cash, values to volunteers and so much more.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Steven Shattuck, Bloomerang ’s VP of marketing, explained that this actually happened to an NPO and offered two quick tips for your organization to implement. Plus, remember that you’re not just marketing to get more donors—volunteers need to also be top of mind. A volunteer is 10 times more likely to give than a non-volunteer.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 17, 2014

Nothing says, “This organization is worth your time and money” better than a satisfied supporter or volunteer who passionately believes that your organization is truly worth his time and money. Create and Promote Stories that Your Engaged Donors/Volunteers Want to Share with Their Tribes. Here are five ways to get tongues wagging.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

Nonprofits rely heavily on volunteers. And depending on what volunteers are willing and able to do, that means that logistical tasks can turn into roadblocks. The post 5 Steps to Lay the Groundwork for Your NPO’s Social Media Plan appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Or even worse, something can get entirely skipped over.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 8, 2014

Matching of needs and projects to resources that would include a directory of pro-bono information security professional volunteer consultants 4. Partner with corporate and private donor philanthropists and technology companies in order to fund and encourage NPO security projects How did the idea get started?

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 23, 2013

If you’re a nonprofit job candidate considering a career change or an NPO major who’s apprehensive of graduating, take these three steps toward landing a job you’ll love. Laura Gassner Otting , author of Change Your Career – Transitioning to the Non-Profit Sector , nonprofit leaders manage “up, down, and sideways.”

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 9, 2014

If I decide I’d like to volunteer for a local organization and I search for nonprofits in my community, I’m going to love it if your organization shows up in my search results with a way to contact you. The post 3 Reasons to Add Your NPO’s Phone Number to Google Search appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 17, 2015

In our March/April 2015 edition, we explored how to make the most of National Volunteer Month. We’ve been running Nonprofit Hub as its own NPO over the years, but last year we decided to expand our mission by opening a collaborative nonprofit coworking space in our HQ town of Lincoln, NE. Quickly Figure Out How People Can Volunteer.

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Qgiv

MAY 11, 2021

According to Qgiv’s 2020 Navigating the Unknown Report , (which analyzed both NPO and donor 2020 activity compared to the previous year), 25.3 You could also team up with local businesses to bolster volunteer participation. What’s more, the cancellation of in-person events halted the highest-earning campaigns for many organizations.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 22, 2014

Your NPO is already focused on making the world a better place, but why should you only use the expertise and wisdom you’ve acquired through your work? Featured Human Resources Volunteer Management Volunteer Recruiting' How can you possibly fit in any extra time mentoring others involved in the nonprofit industry?

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

To date, more than 10,000 volunteer hours have been promised. They've aggregated over 3,500 volunteer opportunities, so there's almost certainly something out there to match your skills set. Tags: mozilla mozservice09 NPTech volunteer. Mozilla Service Week kicks off today and runs through September 21st.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 10, 2014

Email your prospect to extend an invitation to volunteer with your nonprofit so they can see the impact of your organization. What are the best volunteer options to give prospects? What’s worked for your NPO in landing large donors? Featured Fundraising Fundraising Tips Software Advice'

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 13, 2015

In fact, only 15 percent of millennials didn’t give to an NPO in 2013. If 85 percent of millennials are giving to NPOs, where are they giving? Make your NPO their first choice. Millennials are set on making a difference. So how do you get even part of that 85 percent to donate to your organization?

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 30, 2018

If you're new to the NPO world, consult your state and local laws about social host liability. For large events, designate volunteers or paid security to circulate the venue and watch for excessive drinking. However, never presume; always double check, and confirm with your insurance provider.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 4, 2015

Managing volunteers and calling up new ones is hard enough without highlighting contributions from your nonprofit’s helpers. Spotlight the good work of your nonprofit volunteers with this hashtag. Use this hashtag when making calls to support your NPO financially, or when asking for support of other causes.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 30, 2018

If you're new to the NPO world, consult your state and local laws about social host liability. For large events, designate volunteers or paid security to circulate the venue and watch for excessive drinking. However, never presume; always double check, and confirm with your insurance provider.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 25, 2014

Snapchat Can Work for Your NPO if the Demographic is There. Use volunteers, donors and anybody else that fits your demographic to find out what they want from your organization. But there are also bigger takeaways for your organization about adopting the right social media channels. See what you can learn from DoSomething.org.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 21, 2014

In my other life, I serve as the Executive Director of a volunteer-run nonprofit that is focused on youth leadership development. So which route did our NPO decide to go with? With the open seat, the board of directors charged a group to come up with ideas for potential replacements.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 18, 2010

Backstory: we know they have time and need money / sometimes volunteers. Q2: What is the easiest way for an NPO to figure out how to do social? Q3: What are some of the best case studies of NPO’s using Social and what was the impact? Can social help this & how?).

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 13, 2014

It’s about being able to speak with confidence and conviction about the value of what you do, the impact of every dollar raised or volunteer hour spent. It goes beyond memorizing an elevator pitch or mission statement. It’s about answering the question in a way that invites and inspires the person asking to join you.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

If your organization is struggling to engage volunteers and donors, it may be helpful to take a look at the messages you’re sending out and whether your marketing tools are working together or against one another. Your brand identity has to do with how your target audience, donors or volunteers associate your brand in relation to others.

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