.orgSource

MAY 28, 2024

Whether it’s coaching professional staff or volunteer leaders, I find joy in watching people grow and excel. Invest in Training “It’s incumbent on organizations to invest in their volunteers. Volunteers could join at any time during their service. They need to understand what’s impacting their everyday world.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Her team at Cause Fokus uses empathy-based marketing to turn passive audiences into loyal advocates. Individual giving has seen a steep decline, with donors becoming more selective about the causes they support. In this environment, building a community of loyal advocates for your cause is more important than ever before.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

If your organization relies on volunteers, even just a little, you need a volunteer handbook that spells out expectations, policies, and procedures. A volunteer handbook gives volunteers the information they need about the organization and its mission, and answers any common questions they may have.

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Volunteer Create Policy Roles 119

Volunteer Hub

AUGUST 18, 2022

Boosting volunteer morale can lead to a more engaged volunteer workforce, and an engaged volunteer workforce can achieve program goals. Here are 9 cost-efficient ways to boost volunteer morale. The same principal applies to the volunteer workforce that your organization utilizes to reach its mission.

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Volunteer Survey Retention Training 77

Whole Whale

JUNE 9, 2022

The need for volunteer recruitment at nonprofits is ongoing because it is impossible to retain 100% of volunteers. The ebb and flow of volunteers is natural, but that doesn’t mean nonprofits should give up on recruitment. Here are ten creative ways that nonprofits can start recruiting volunteers: 1.

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Volunteer Social Media Nonprofit Contest 105

Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

Without it, your nonprofit can’t operate and do the important work that fuels your cause. When you look at more niche nonprofits—like those focused on arts and culture —fundraising plays a critical role in enabling your organization to make a positive impact on their communities.

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Arts Culture Fundraising Nonprofit 76

Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2023

The purpose of Pride Month is to recognize the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals have had on history. Many nonprofits that organize Pride events will be in need of volunteers throughout June to help organize and make their parades, rallies, and celebrations a success! Donate to support their cause here.

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DipJar

AUGUST 6, 2021

Volunteers have the unique capability to bolster your organization and generate excitement and engagement within your wider community. Volunteer work often contributes to greater long-term sustainability because it can provide a reliable source of support during challenging times. . Volunteer Recruitment. Volunteer Engagement.

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Volunteer Program Management Retention 98

Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Today, we’re announcing our third Salesforce.org Impact Labs cohort, which will focus on climate justice. Recognizing that the effects of climate change aren’t equal, this lab aims to co-design a technology solution to support low-income communities of color that are most impacted by the climate crisis. Why Climate Justice?

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NTEN

APRIL 6, 2021

An excellent place to start promoting inclusivity is your organization’s volunteer programs. Evaluating and determining what barriers your organization’s volunteer programs have and then working to break them down is a solid first step in attracting and retaining a more diverse and welcoming volunteer workforce.

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Volunteer Ideas Develop Management 110

The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 2, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Beyond the Basics: Elevating Volunteer Engagement for Nonprofit Success Volunteers are the backbone of any nonprofit organization. They contribute their time, skills, and passion to support the cause, all without expecting anything in return. What skill sets are required for these tasks?

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Volunteer Roles Training Train 52

TechImpact

AUGUST 27, 2014

While volunteers keep your staffing needs minimal, and allow your nonprofit to focus on the next big project, are you really getting the most out of your volunteers? Did you know that a disengaged volunteer is more likely to be a no-show or spend most of their volunteer hours socializing? Create leadership opportunities.

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Volunteer Charlotte Strategy Nonprofit 250

The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Amplify Your Impact: Integrating Tech for Peak Nonprofit Efficiency In a world where technology moves at lightning speed, nonprofits are often left grappling with the tailwinds of rapid change. Strap in; it’s time to take your cause to heights unimagined.

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Integration Tech Impact Nonprofit 64

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 29, 2022

By Allan Torres , Digital Marketing Specialist at Classy – a social enterprise that creates world-class online fundraising software for nonprofits, modernizing the giving experience to accelerate social impact around the world. Highlight the impact of your work and provide them an avenue right then and there to join your cause.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

So what exactly is this website that’s causing such a stir? But quick technological advancements can be overwhelming, causing many people to feel uncertain about where to begin. The tool can draft stewardship emails, create impactful copy for annual reports, and even generate speeches for stewardship events.

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Tools Fundraising Analytics Analysis 359

Greater Giving

AUGUST 3, 2023

The Volunteer Coordinator of the Event Committee A Vital and Often Overlooked Role Behind every successful nonprofit event, there is a dedicated team of volunteers working tirelessly to make it happen. These events, whether fundraisers, galas, or community outreach programs, rely on the passion and commitment of these volunteers.

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Roles Volunteer Skills Blended 40

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Subject line: Sofia, keep tabs on the impact of your gift by following us on social media. Social media is a great tool to showcase your impact, help supporters understand the challenges they can help solve and build an authentic community around your cause. Join Our Latest Events + Volunteer Days. Why send this email?

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Suicide is a leading cause of death for individuals around the world, and September is an important time to have conversations to break down the stigma around mental illness and treatment for mental health. Make mental health an open topic with your friends and family, and regularly check in with the people you love.

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Awareness National Los Angeles Causes 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 6, 2023

Here are important factors that nonprofits should consider when developing year-end campaigns, which, if executed successfully, will further their missions and make a profound impact on the communities they serve. Sending emails between Tuesday and Thursday and between 9 AM and 12 PM or 6 PM and 9 PM can also increase open and response rates.

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Practice Fundraising Guide Channel 235

Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Today, Salesforce.org is excited to announce the release of the Salesforce.org Community Impact Report 2022. In our fifth annual report, we highlight how our customers are using the resources provided by Salesforce.org and our partners to create and amplify their social impact. Our customer impact is our shared impact.

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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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Skills Volunteer Impact Practice 40

DipJar

JANUARY 23, 2023

The Benefits of Matching Donations The Challenges of Matching Donations How to Receive More Corporate Matching Gifts A solid corporate giving strategy can take your cause to new heights. Not only do matching gifts amplify each donation’s impact, but they also encourage donors to give in general. Let’s dive in!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 13, 2020

Linking your campaign pages to this payment method opens your nonprofit to a new world of supporters and currencies, exponentially increasing the importance of all that new donor data as it’s dropped in your donor CRM. But DO open up a whole new communication channel with bulk emails. 2)Apple Pay. Bitcoin sounds fancy, we know.

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Integration Alexa Paypal Virtual 361

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 4, 2020

In a few different instances, you can even point donors toward helping the cause that your nonprofit champions. They can use these extra hours to rally behind your cause—little actions can truly make a large impact in the long run. 4) Schedule in time to volunteer. Ready to get started? Let’s dive in together.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 26, 2022

But did you also know that matching gifts can have a significant impact on your donor engagement efforts? This can largely be attributed to the fact that matching gifts directly result in increasing contribution impact. even boasting a 53% open rate, which is 2-3 times higher than the average nonprofit email open rate.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2019

Nonprofits are doing important work every day that impacts lives and makes our world even better. But due to many common challenges to constantly reach new donors, retain existing donors, and increase operational efficiency the amount of effort to impact lives doesn’t always result in the high return it should.

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Metrics Nonprofit Profile Platform 261

Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

Your best board members are like a treasure trove of expertise—guiding decision-making, fueling innovation, and opening doors to resources and networks that would otherwise remain out of reach. They’re also your biggest cheerleaders, advocating for your cause and spreading the word within the community. Your donor pool.

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Nashville Fun Celebrate Leadership 89

.orgSource

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Open Windows In July 2020,orgSource surveyed approximately 300 association executives. One goal was to identify how the pandemic impacted their business models. A post-pandemic business environment, characterized by change and disruption, provides good reasons to open the windows and let fresh air revitalize, even fundamental concepts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

By trying new tactics along with what’s been successful in the past, you have the potential to open your fundraising world up to possibility. Be sure to ask for input from your team, including volunteers—you might be surprised by the creative suggestions that come up when you get everyone involved. 8) Be persistent and don’t give up.

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Fundraising Nonprofit Ideas Virtual 341

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

New Year's Resolutions for leaders : Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Specific personalization When sending an appeal letter, thank-you note, or email to a donor, always include a note at the bottom and say something about the impact their gift has made and something very specific about their kids, dog, family, home, job, favorite sport, hobby, alma mater, volunteer work, or latest travel adventure.

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Volunteer Hub

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Creating successful corporate partnerships can help your nonprofit access skills, funding, and resources that increase impact. Depending on your strategy, you could use corporate partnerships as a way to generate donations, grow your volunteer program, increase community visibility, and access resources. Volunteer grants.

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Sponsor Nonprofit Grant Skills 86

Qgiv

JANUARY 13, 2022

Many nonprofits work in tandem with volunteers to move their mission forward and keep expenses down. Engaging volunteers helps get the word out about your mission, since most volunteers share their passion with their personal and professional networks. Recruit Like Your Mission Depends on It.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Showcase your organization’s impact through storytelling, testimonials, and interactive exhibits, allowing attendees to connect emotionally with your cause. This personalized interaction will set you apart and help open the door to more cultivation throughout the year.

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Charity Donor Interaction Poll 81

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. When mojo is exhibited with humility and respect for others it can and will provide significant power.

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

If you’re looking for a fun and exciting way to raise more money for your cause, a benefit concert is a perfect solution. A benefit concert is a musical event used to raise money or awareness for a charitable cause through ticket sales and other donations during the event. Crank up your nonprofit fundraising with a benefit concert!

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

However, you also know these cycles of boom and bust aren’t always efficient or effective at building a truly successful program—instead, retaining advocates year-round and between campaigns is what will help you build more power and make a deeper impact in alignment with your long-term vision and goals.

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