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What Is Volunteerism? A Guide to the History & Benefits

Bloomerang

This is why volunteerism has played such a major role throughout history. In this guide, we’ll take a broad look at volunteerism to explore its history and benefits. We’ll cover: Volunteerism definition History of volunteerism Types of volunteerism Why is volunteerism important?

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5 Things You Should Talk About In Your Nonprofit’s Board Orientation

Bloomerang

Your nonprofit’s history . Again, your board members have probably heard this before, but it’s important that they know your nonprofit’s history inside and out. With that in mind, give your board members information on how the nonprofit was formed and why. Assign a mentor.

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Remembering Franklin Thomas

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Many will remember Franklin Thomas as the president of Ford Foundation, fewer will realize that he was the first Black foundation president in America, but I knew him as my boss and mentor. Ford Foundation had a history of working on issues of racial discrimination in Brazil. I can’t tell you how proud I am to be a grantee!”

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Getting My Dream Job as a Digital Marketer in a Pandemic

Media Cause

The summer of 2020 was one of the weirdest times of recent human history with the whole entire world coming to a standstill. Mentor someone. Mentoring not only helps build your network, but it also helps build your credibility. Approach every situation with an open mind and use it as an opportunity for growth.

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Interview with Carolyn Appleton: How to Launch Your Grant Writing Career

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My mind was a sponge. I had an exceptionally knowledgeable mentor who ran an office engaged in multiple types of fundraising activities: endowment (major gifts), special project fundraising (grant writing), annual fund (with a corporate slant), membership, database administration, special events, and volunteer management.

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Participatory Grantmaking: I’m in! Now what?

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Always be mindful of the burden you’re placing on applicants. Support from a mentor, peer, or staff person. Creating an environment that allows them to deliberate with an open mind and heart. You may invite people from relevant communities to apply and select those you feel are a good fit.

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5 Volunteer Recruitment Tips for Peer-to-Peer Fundraisers

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With this in mind, let’s dive in! Your database will make it easier to determine who to contact based on their frequency and history of volunteering. Be sure to use their preferred name in your messages and reference their history of involvement to personalize your outreach. Reach out to long-time, engaged volunteers.