Volunteer Hub

JULY 26, 2021

Holocaust Museum Houston needed a volunteer management solution to help them recruit, engage, and manage volunteers, following expansion. VolunteerHub provided the features the organization needed and helped increase active volunteers by 478%. Expansion led to an increased need for volunteers and software.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In the first blog post of this series, we discussed the basics that need to occur to onboard any volunteer at any level. We took the process from greeting the fundraising volunteer at your door all the way to helping them connect with your mission, and quite a lot between. Your Program Volunteers.

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Twenty Hats

JANUARY 12, 2021

A first-hand account from a CVA who succeeded in sustaining the connection to volunteers sidelined by the pandemic. While my primary focus was to oversee these remote volunteers, I didn’t want to lose sight of the 100+ of pre-pandemic volunteers who were not assisting remotely. Jenna is re-thinking the practice for next year.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

More importantly, are your staff and volunteers ready and trained to perform productively in their roles? Then there’s your workforce—both paid and volunteer. Today is the day you’re going to shed the “vacation” mentality of training your nonprofit staff and volunteers. Instead, it’s creating a new normal entirely.

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sgEngage

APRIL 28, 2022

Are you looking for ways to manage your volunteers more effectively? To conclude National Volunteer Month, we’ve gathered the best volunteer management tips and tricks from Blackbaud Champions. . Keep reading for ways to volunteer smarter, not harder! . Involve Volunteers in Strategic Planning .

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Charity Village

JANUARY 31, 2024

Charities, and the people who work with them as paid staff and unpaid volunteers, are often the unspoken heroes of our society. From accessible community programming to education to creating art and culture activities, charities help nourish people’s minds, bodies, and souls.

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Twenty Hats

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Volunteer engagement is endlessly bloggable because our profession is about people, building community, and transforming this world for the better. There is always something new to share – a different perspective, an emerging trend, or a real-life example of a volunteer manager with a brilliant idea that deserves attention.

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Everyaction

JULY 5, 2018

Arts and culture organizations such as media companies, magazines, public radio stations, museums, theaters, and arts advocates have unique needs when it comes to data management. Database and CRM systems for arts and cultural organizations should offer the capability for several key tasks: 1.

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Candid

MARCH 27, 2024

In February, bucking end-of-year trends, none of these human services sub-categories were searched more often than the arts and culture sub-categories listed above. For example, arts and culture groups saw month-over-month increases of 111% in January and 61% in February.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 26, 2020

In light of that trend and all the recent travel upheaval due to COVID – 19, with increasing restrictions being placed on companies and their global workforce, we wanted to address creative alternatives to traditional volunteer events. . Skills-Based Volunteering.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

We got the opportunity to sit down for an interview with Elizabeth Dove, the Director of Corporate Citizenship for Volunteer Canada. Hear how she sheds light on the nonprofits they serve, how they’ve shifted their strategies, how companies can support in innovative ways through volunteering, and more!

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NTEN

AUGUST 20, 2014

Is it possible to create an app that gets volunteers traveling across the country to enter data for a nonprofit? custom mobile apps event planning Mobile volunteer management Program' Lillian Karabaic. Zine Librarian. Independent Publishing Resource Center.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 1, 2023

15: World Art Day — #WorldArtDay. 5: International Volunteer Day — #VolunteerDay. 2: World Autism Awareness Day — #WorldAustismDay. 7: World Health Day — #WorldHealthDay. 12: International Day for Street Children — #StreetChildrenDay. 14: World Dolphin Day — #WorldDolphinDay. 16: Good Deeds Day — #GoodDeedsDay.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 25, 2019

Many organizations in the nonprofit sector rely on the help of volunteers. Whether this is in office work, stocking inventory or helping to prepare for an event, the volunteers are a highly valuable asset. Skilled volunteers are a special type of volunteer. Exemplary management practices.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

As I think about arts & cultural institutions, I realize that my family is an ideal target for these organizations. What does our consumption of arts & cultural organizations look like? For performing arts, maybe something as simple as adding a reminder to my calendar on the day and time tickets go on sale.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Arts, cultural preservation, and humanities – 6%. 12) 74% of GivingTuesday donors volunteer. Of those, 83% donate to the NPOs, NGOs, and charities that they volunteered for. Animals and wildlife – 11%. Children and youth – 10%. Faith and spirituality – 8%. Human and social services – 8%.

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VQ Strategies

OCTOBER 7, 2022

They go by many different names – volunteer councils, auxiliaries, “friends” groups, and more – but regardless of their varied titles, such groups share a great deal. In recent years, we have conducted surveys and interviews at institutions with longstanding volunteer councils. But there are also many that are, well, less so.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Day of Service — #MLKDay 28: Data Privacy Day — #DataPrivacyDay February 2: World Wetlands Day — #WorldWetlandsDay 4: World Cancer Day — #WorldCancerDay 6: Safer Internet Day — #SaferInternetDay 13: World Radio Day — #WorldRadioDay 15: Digital Learning Day — #DigitalLearningDay 18: World Whale Day — #WorldWhaleDay 20: World Day (..)

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Blue Fox

OCTOBER 1, 2022

This organization has compiled a variety of opportunities through its Volunteer Connect platform. Click here to find ways to volunteer and assist those in need from the devastation of Hurricane Ian. . henegarcenter.com Jacksonville Civic Council Shaping Jacksonville’s future as a premier national and international city.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 9, 2021

In 2020, The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met) challenged visitors to “twin” with works of art in their vast collection and then share their creative ensembles online using the hashtag “MetTwinning”. Art Fund “See Everything”. METTWINNING. Playing dress up isn’t just for kids anymore.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 9, 2019

It’s been nearly two months since bbcon 2019 in Nashville, and I’m still thinking about the live music, inspiring mainstage content, and incredible sessions delivered in the Arts & Cultural track. Educate your staff and volunteers on the magic of these engagements. Connection is Everything.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 29, 2017

For folks that are interested, I have a free Mastering the Art of Work/Life Balance in a Digital World starter kit that walks through this process in more detail. So you give money and volunteer. While organizations like one-time donations or volunteers, consistent givers and volunteers help make their work more sustainable.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 2, 2022

15: World Art Day — #WorldArtDay. 5: International Volunteer Day — #VolunteerDay. 2: World Autism Awareness Day — #WorldAustismDay. 3: Good Deeds Day — #GoodDeedsDay. 7: World Health Day — #WorldHealthDay. 12: International Day for Street Children — #StreetChildrenDay. 14: World Dolphin Day — #WorldDolphinDay.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

This isn’t to be confused with cockiness, but rather a genuine sense of comfort in knowing that you are fully familiar with the art and science of fundraising, and you have a keen devotion to the mission or cause that you are serving. Fundraising is aptly described as a combination of science and art.

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Tech Soup

MAY 19, 2015

I'm thrilled to say that one of our winning 2015 Green Tech Success Story Contest submissions is TechSoup member Cary Creative Center , or "C3," an organization working to save materials from the landfill by turning them into beautiful art. Betsy Dassau, C3's founder and executive director, believes in the power of art.

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The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Dive into our world of innovative reward-based fundraising strategies and redefine the art of appreciation in philanthropy. This could be volunteer opportunities, exclusive invitations to workshops, meals with your leadership team, or behind-the-scenes tours. Memorable Experiences : Offer rewards that bring donors closer to your cause.

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See3

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

Change the world, one video at a time.Volunteers are Beautiful | 0:55 VolunteerMatch Volunteers are so key to the successful work of so many nonprofits- from arts organizations to meals on wheels, from tutors to disaster relief. But we often forget about how important they are.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In nonprofit fundraising, success often hinges on thoughtful development planning, effective resource development, and engaging your supporters—donors and volunteers. The art of selective invitations We used to cast a wide net for every fundraising event invitation, welcoming everyone who bought a ticket. Identify key supporters.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Maybe think about activities you could support that would offer parents a place for their kids to go and learn, like a movie series, art classes, or a small-scale concert. As kids become teens, encourage them to volunteer with your organization. Could your teen volunteers help run the kids programs? I often say it is in my DNA.

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NTEN

APRIL 7, 2014

This week is National Volunteer Week ! To recognize the tireless work of volunteers that support the nonprofit sector, we’ll be publishing a blog post every day this week to celebrate their contributions. I know the volunteer facilitators will make sure you feel welcome. Is there a COP that you wish existed?

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 7, 2020

To help, here are some thought-starters from the Blackbaud Arts & Cultural team – along with a sneak-peek at what we have planned for 2020 so far. . . This might sound obvious, but it’s easy to take for granted : y our surrounding community likely consists of your main base of volunteers, visitors, members and donors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 24, 2023

Email accessibility refers to the art of crafting email messages in a way that ensures equal usability and understanding for all individuals.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

Get by with fewer volunteers. As with an in-person gala, don’t spend too much time touting the virtues of the staff, Board, and volunteers. Start early, and enlist volunteers to round up fantastic auction items. This craft combines art, journaling, and self-care and has taken off over the past couple of years!

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 24, 2022

Create interesting volunteer opportunities. Millennials are drawn to volunteer opportunities that impact the lives of others and support causes they care about , Sheela Nimishakavi states. Santeler is experienced in working with arts and education nonprofits professionally. A lifelong resident of Wisconsin, Ms.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 1, 2021

15: World Art Day — #WorldArtDay. 5: International Volunteer Day — #VolunteerDay. 2: World Autism Awareness Day — #WorldAustismDay. 7: World Health Day — #WorldHealthDay. 11: Good Deeds Day — #GoodDeedsDay. 12: International Day for Street Children — #StreetChildrenDay. 14: World Dolphin Day — #WorldDolphinDay.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Arts and Cultural organizations are capitalizing on this giving movement by creating a clear call-to-action attached to customized campaigns. Make it personal: Donors that support your mission are also supporting your volunteers and staff. Don’t let it pass without acting and have fun building your Arts & Culture campaign.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 22, 2012

The arts and cultural market generates $166.2 With nearly three million paid staff and one million volunteers, arts and cultural organizations serve more than 850 million visitors and generate $166.2 This post was authored by Frank Barry, digital marketing strategist for Blackbaud. billion in business every year.

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