Charity Village

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The volunteer webpage is a key piece of online “real estate” for volunteer recruitment. Make sure you are using it to its full advantage to turn visitors into active volunteers and ultimately ambassadors for your cause or organization. A checklist for Managers of Volunteers appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Charity Village

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Original Broadcast Date: Tuesday, October 5, 2021 Summary: Performing a pre-employment background check equips employers and volunteer managers with key information about a candidate’s past that might influence whether or not they are a good fit for the current position. And […].

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Greater Giving

APRIL 1, 2024

Celebrate Service: Shining a Light on Volunteer Week 2024! From April 21st to 27th, 2024, we celebrate National Volunteer Week – a dedicated time to recognize the incredible impact volunteers have on our communities. Think of volunteers as the heart of any non-profit organization. It’s that time of year again!

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Greater Giving

MARCH 26, 2024

Sink a Hole-in-One: How Greater Giving Can Elevate Your Charity Golf Tournament Planning a charity golf tournament can be incredibly rewarding. Streamline Your Success with Event Management Software Nonprofit professionals like yourself understand the power of a well-planned charity golf tournament. The good news? Nonexistent.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 20, 2024

Neon One ] 72% of individuals say that the presence of a charity rating badge increases their likelihood of giving. Classy ] 72% of individuals say that the presence of a charity rating badge on a donation page increases their likelihood of giving. M+R Benchmarks ] Online Donors 54% of US households donate to charity.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Of those, 1,049 responded that they had not given to charity within the last 12 months. Here are six reasons why: 1) 43% responded that they do not give to charity because they do not have the financial resources. 2) 20% volunteer in lieu of making donations. 2) 20% volunteer in lieu of making donations.

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Charity Village

APRIL 10, 2024

Volunteer BC launched a photo contest to celebrate National Volunteer Week from April 14 – 20, 2024. The theme for this year is Every Moment Matters – recognizing the incredible contributions of the 24 million volunteers in Canada.

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Charity Village

OCTOBER 13, 2023

In our August 2023 CharityVillage Connects podcast episode, we spoke with volunteer engagement professionals from across the country to determine how organizations might address the volunteer shortage that is impacting programs and communities.

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Charity Village

APRIL 26, 2024

Canada’s Volunteer Awards (CVA) Program, presented by the Government of Canada, recognizes volunteers, not-for-profit organizations, social enterprises and businesses for their contributions across the country. The Awards Program highlights the positive impacts of volunteering and showcases how volunteerism strengthens communities.

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Charity Village

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The volunteer management cycle is the best practice model for the lifecycle of volunteer engagement and for many years has been the foundation of important best practices such as planning, screening, policy development, and onboarding and offboarding procedures that volunteer programs follow. appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

*This is Part II of a series focused on nonprofit volunteering and volunteer programs. They can also be a major undertaking where the need for volunteers to support the event is high. Data shows that 1 billion people volunteer around the world annually, and 64 million Americans take time to volunteer every year.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Beyond the Ballroom: Make Your Charity Gala a Donor Cultivation Powerhouse Fundraising events offer more than just glitz and glamour; they’re a potent tool for cultivating relationships with potential donors and qualifying them for future giving. Remember, respect their privacy and tailor communication accordingly.

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Charity Village

AUGUST 25, 2023

Some organizations hesitate to hire volunteers for staff positions. I had someone ask me a question recently: […] The post Should you hire volunteers? This article was previously published by Karen Knight Consulting and is reprinted with permission. Or it doesn’t even occur to them! appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 21, 2023

Leveraging technology to manage volunteers in 2023 is essential. In this post, learn more about effective volunteer management and the value of volunteer management software. So, you’ve been tasked with running a volunteer program. Running a successful volunteer program means managing a lot of moving parts.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

This GivingTuesday , no matter what your campaign or theme, you can’t go wrong spotlighting the stories of your volunteers. Showcasing your volunteers’ journeys not only celebrates their invaluable commitment, but also fosters trust and connection within the community, highlighting the human impact behind every effort.

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Bloomerang

MAY 27, 2021

But as the Coronavirus appears on the backfoot, it’s a good moment to take stock of the damage it’s done and consider the financial opportunities of volunteer re-engagement and new funding currently available. The challenge of human resources: volunteer re-engagement.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

There are a lot of myths when it comes to fundraising with volunteers: Myth #1 : “Volunteers are already giving us their time so we shouldn’t also ask them for money.” 85% of volunteers donate to the nonprofits they volunteer for. Clearly they prefer to just volunteer.” So, what’s the key lesson here?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 21, 2023

The answer lies right within your very own volunteer base. We’ll explore a new solution to an existing problem by leveraging the power of your own volunteer base. Why focus on volunteers? Engaged volunteers that have hands-on involvement with a nonprofit develop a deep emotional connection. Are you ready?

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Volunteer Hub

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

When selecting a volunteer management solution, organizations often prioritize features, functionalities, and pricing. Choosing the best volunteer management software extends beyond functionalities and features; it’s also about the people and processes that come with it. Here is a breakdown of our sales process at VolunteerHub.

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Donorbox

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

You already know your volunteers are dedicated to supporting your cause. On average, volunteers give 11 times more money to charity each year than people who don’t volunteer. But did you know that they’re more likely to support your cause financially, too?

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Greater Giving

MARCH 12, 2024

Elevate Your Impact: Crafting a Winning Fundraising Plan for Your Next Charity Event As a nonprofit professional, you understand the importance of effective fundraising. This blog post outlines the key elements for creating a successful fundraising plan for your next charity event, empowering you to maximize your impact.

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Charity Village

MAY 17, 2023

Volunteer BC launched a call for speaker session proposals for the Volunteer BCACG Conference 2023. The conference will feature inspiring keynote speakers, and dynamic workshops for volunteers, nonprofits, and charities.

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Charity Village

MARCH 6, 2024

The Government of Canada announced the recipients of Canada’s Volunteer Awards, which recognize volunteers who have made significant contributions to support their communities. The awards recognize community leaders, not-for-profit organizations, social enterprises and businesses that are highly engaged in their communities.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 7, 2022

With the value of a volunteer hour approaching $29 in 2022, now is the time to focus on retention and better utilize your existing volunteer contacts. It’s no secret that a dedicated group of volunteers is an important cornerstone of many nonprofit organization. And what causes volunteers to leave?

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Charity Village

AUGUST 28, 2023

A severe shortage of volunteers has led to the cancellation and suspension of critical programming and services across Canada and, in some cases, the closure of entire organizations.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 7, 2021

My point of entry into the nonprofit sector started as a volunteer. There’s a certain freedom about being a volunteer, and it taught me valuable career defining lessons. Especially when a few short years later, it was my day job to manage volunteers at a different charity which cared for the terminally ill.

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Charity Village

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Join us in celebrating National Volunteer Week – the theme for 2024 is “Every Moment Matters” – highlighting the important contributions of volunteers in Canada. Recognize and celebrate the 24 million volunteers in Canada on National Volunteer Week from April 14-20, 2024.

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Charity Village

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Volunteer Alberta, in partnership with the Government of Alberta, has announced that the National Volunteer Week Enhancement Funding applications are now open. Through this partnership, Volunteer Alberta aims to support communities across the province to celebrate the impactful contributions of volunteers.

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Volunteer Hub

APRIL 12, 2021

Attracting and retaining volunteers is crucial to your organization’s mission. How do you get volunteers for a school event, charity, community service project, or another opportunity? And if they volunteer once, how do you get them to come back again? Let potential volunteers know why the activity is occurring.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 5, 2023

Many organizations are leveraging VolunteerHub to automate volunteer management. Here are 7 ways that VolunteerHub can help your organization eliminate constraints, improve efficiency, and create a better experience for volunteers. Do you want to allow volunteers to register to an event on-site? VolunteerHub offers that too.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 14, 2021

I use this analogy because I believe every nonprofit is sitting on untapped potential: the volunteer. It doesn’t matter on what scale your nonprofit runs, the goodwill and talents of volunteers are the jet fuel to growth. Too often volunteers become people offered the menial jobs. Put your ego aside. .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 4, 2023

By Michelle Kocin , Digital Marketing Manager at Sylogist Mission CRM – a donor management, fundraising, and volunteer management platform build for nonprofits and NGOs in the Microsoft Dataverse. 1) The Silent Generation (1925-1945) 88% give to charity, donating an annual average of $1,367 across 6.2 organizations** 11.8%

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Charity Village

APRIL 23, 2021

This article is an excerpt from Human Resources Impact of COVID-19 on Canadian Charities and Nonprofits, a report published by CharityVillage and The Portage Group. The post New data reveals stark picture of COVID-19 impacts on Canadian nonprofit and charity staff appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Volunteer Hub

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

There are several effective steps that an organization can take to engage and drive value from lapsed volunteers, here are 5. For many organizations, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increased number of lapsed volunteers for a variety of reasons. Here are 5 tips that nonprofits can use to engage lapsed volunteers.

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Network for Good

MAY 21, 2021

If you aren’t familiar with the concept of a “charity watchdog,” then you’re probably familiar with at least one or two of them. Charity watchdog organizations are crucial for fostering transparency in the nonprofit sector. 64% of donors rated trusting a charity before they give as essential. Start with your form 990.

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Charity Village

APRIL 5, 2023

National Volunteer Week on April 16-22 is a time to celebrate and thank Canada’s 24 million volunteers. Volunteer BC is kicking off National Volunteer Week with their Annual National Volunteer Week Photo Contest. Follow the easy steps, and post your pics from April 16-22 on social media to win prizes.

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Nonprofits Source

MARCH 27, 2023

When it comes to your charity golf tournament, a digital strategy is crucial for attracting golfers and selling sponsorships to make the event a success. If you’re already taking advantage of a Google Ad Grant, run a campaign around your charity golf tournament in the months and weeks leading up to the event date.

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