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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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10 Must-Have Skills for Nonprofit New Media Managers

Nonprofit Tech for Good

For very small nonprofits, this may not be true, but for medium and large nonprofits—or small nonprofits with a desire to grow their brand recognition and donors base—it’s becoming widely understood that new media managers have a unique and valuable skill set. Good Writing Skills. First and foremost, it’s a writing position.

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How can nonprofits acquire skilled talent to better achieve their mission?

ASU Lodestar Center

Skilled talent and leadership are pivotal to growth, sustainability and success. However, if boards and upper management do not prioritize human capitol recruitment and retention with proper funding, then the result is often high turnover rates and lack of skilled leaders. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Compensation. Recruiting strategy.

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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. If you haven’t asked your board members what they’re skilled at and how they’d like to be involved, find out ASAP and assign them tasks accordingly. Assign a mentor.

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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. Are there opportunities for growth?

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

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Q: What if one I have only basic office skills? Prior to college, I had also taken typing courses to hone my office skills, and this made me a valuable employee. CA: As an “accidental” fundraiser originally focused on securing an advanced degree in art history, I can say without hesitation that you do not. My mind was a sponge.

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The Power of Plans, Peers, and Pivots

VQ Strategies

Why were they successful even amid one of the most challenging years in nonprofit history? Engage a mentor or an accountability partner to meet and share progress regularly. No surprise, due to the pandemic, the format, timeline, and expectations for each cohort dramatically shifted throughout the year.