Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

To improve the experience for volunteers, nonprofits should focus on providing a supportive environment, clear communication, flexible opportunities for involvement, and a chance for personal growth. Volunteering is an essential component of many nonprofit organizations, and it plays a crucial role in achieving their missions.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

*This is Part II of a series focused on nonprofit volunteering and volunteer programs. Fundraising events are a lifeblood for so many nonprofits. They can also be a major undertaking where the need for volunteers to support the event is high. Click here to read Part I. There are also several states in the U.S.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 19, 2023

By Jeni Putalavage-Ross , SVP of Operations at Ribbon – a platform helps nonprofits and charitable individuals start nonprofits quicker while saving time, money, and effort. Lean startup”, “bootstrapped startup”, “pre-seed startup”… Silicon Valley uses these terms all the time, but what is the nonprofit equivalent?

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The Fundraising Authority

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

This is a two part article on how to create fundraising systems for your nonprofit. One Seriously Stressed Out Nonprofit. It’s about a nonprofit I once worked with. Everyone at this nonprofit was constantly wringing their hands about raising money. In short, this nonprofit lacked fundraising systems.

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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

JUNE 21, 2023

The answer lies right within your very own volunteer base. These incredible individuals, who are already committed to your cause, hold the key to unlocking the donations your nonprofit needs to thrive. Finding and engaging new donors is one of the toughest challenges nonprofits face today. Why focus on volunteers?

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Whether you’re new to the fundraising world or a seasoned veteran, one thing is clear—volunteers are key to a nonprofit’s success. In the world of charitable organizations, money is often tight, and organizations frequently operate with the bare minimum of employees. The importance of volunteers Volunteers are special people.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. She regularly provides useful tips and resources to the nonprofit sector through her blog, #501SocialBlog. Here are 6 ways. . 2) Go live on Instagram. Amirah, Inc.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 30, 2023

By Lyn Chamberlin , President at Lyn Chamberlin Leadership – an award-winning nonprofit brand strategist who works with organizations and successful women to create transformative brand narratives. Your organization’s brand story holds immense power, especially for nonprofits striving to engage donors, volunteers, and partners.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 21, 2023

Technology is Changing the Way We Give Back Nonprofit volunteering has long been a way for individuals to give back to their communities and make a difference in the world. However, the rise of technology has brought about significant changes in the way we approach nonprofit volunteering.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

Thanking volunteers for all they do is crucial to keeping your volunteers coming back again and again. Volunteers pour their heart into your nonprofit’s work. They’re there to help with the heavy lifting of running a nonprofit and delivering programs. which makes volunteer hours add up fast!

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

We hear from folks all the time who are looking for new fundraising ideas for nonprofits, especially fundraising ideas for a new nonprofit. They’ve tried what they know to raise money, but it just isn’t working. It’s like a money grab because that’s what it’s all about — the money. Avoid them!).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

By Rob Leighton , Executive Director and Founder at iMission Institute – a social sector marketing agency and technology consulting firm specializing in helping nonprofits raise more money, fire up engagement, and streamline work. They’re out there by the hundreds, maybe by the thousands. Your potential donors.

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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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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

So, it’s hard to imagine cutting additional costs at a nonprofit. The best leaders understand two things must happen to sustain a nonprofit: SAVING money and RAISING money. Afterall, nonprofit is your tax status, it shouldn’t be your business model. In either case, these money-saving strategies will apply.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Have you ever wondered about the powerful connection between volunteers and donors in the nonprofit world? This is the story of how George Washington University Hospital , a hub of compassionate healthcare and advanced technology, bridged this gap, and the inspiring journey of Emily, a volunteer turned major donor.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Giving Tuesday is just around the corner , and a great way to make the most of it is to encourage volunteers to raise money for you from their friends on Facebook that day! Very few nonprofits received matching funds, but over $120 million was raised for charity. Give your volunteers a plan. And ask on Facebook!

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 2, 2022

Is your organization struggling with online volunteer recruitment? If so, here are 5 engaging techniques for recruiting volunteers in the new year. Currently, it is estimated that a volunteer hour is worth $28.54. For most organizations, the pandemic has limited some traditional ways of recruiting volunteers.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 15, 2021

posted by Brian Hetzer Spring 2021 Alumnus, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Most nonprofit organizations in the U.S. rely on volunteers to provide their critical mission-focused services. So, what do these volunteers get out of serving? The importance of volunteers cannot be underestimated.

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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 11, 2022

According to The State of Modern Philanthropy 2021 , “The median amount raised by events in which attendees raise money on behalf of an organization through peer-to-peer fundraising pages, typically is 4.5 Compared with traditional fundraisers, it requires less money and resources. times greater than ticketed events.”.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Brynne Krispin is a social media strategist for nonprofits and small businesses. The landscape of nonprofit fundraising has changed dramatically in 2024. At the same time, nonprofits saw the largest trust decline of any American institution in 2023. Followers will tune out repetitive asks for money.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 13, 2022

Generation Z volunteers are a vital contributor to the nonprofit world. With a passion for positive impact, this segment of volunteers can help your nonprofit reach its mission. Nonprofits are important to Generation Z. Engaging Generation Z Volunteers. Make Volunteering Easy. Who is Generation Z?

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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 20, 2022

Why Should Nonprofits Care About Web3? Web3 is already changing the way people think about giving out personal identifiable information (PII) online, how they invest and store their money, and what kinds of transparency they expect from companies and brands they interact with online, including nonprofits. About the Author.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 31, 2018

By Julia Campbell , a social media and storytelling consultant for nonprofits and author of Storytelling in the Digital Age: A Guide for Nonprofits. She regularly provides useful tips and resources to the nonprofit sector through her blog, #501SocialBlog. nonprofits. We give to what we know.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 19, 2023

Bloomerang recently acquired InitLive to make it easy for you to create a volunteer experience that inspires and maximizes the impact of your programs. This is a new series from Bloomerang called Why I Volunteered. The Volunteer: She is a woman in her thirties who completed her local CASA’s 36-hour volunteer training program.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2023

By Shay Lessman , Content Writer and Editor for Qgiv — an online fundraising platform empowering 20,000+ nonprofit fundraisers to raise money for their causes while keeping costs low. The rules for opting in are different for nonprofits. Now, text messaging is ingrained into our everyday lives. You can read all about it here.

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Volunteer Hub

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

Choosing the right online volunteer management system is an important decision. Is your nonprofit considering the leap to an online volunteer management system ? Make sure the volunteer management solution you choose does what you need. This transforms your smartphone or tablet into a volunteer kiosk.

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2023

One of the most pervasive problems in the nonprofit sector is getting your board to be more engaged , and more specifically, to increase board fundraising. The objections shared usually involve board members not wanting to ask people they know for money. They can also apply to Google for Nonprofits for a suite of free resources.

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Donorbox

MAY 2, 2022

Volunteers can do an enormous amount of good for your organization, from saving your nonprofit a significant amount of money to increasing the quality of service delivery to your beneficiaries! The post 5 Reasons Why Volunteers are Essential for Nonprofit Organizations appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Raising funds for nonprofit organizations is both an art and a science. This blog post will cover various strategies your organization can employ to raise crucial funds for your nonprofit organization. Your donation form is an opportunity to create a great first impression for people just discovering your nonprofit organization.

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Volunteer Hub

OCTOBER 24, 2022

There are many benefits of implementing an online volunteer training program. The importance of effective volunteer training cannot be overstated. Training is often one of the first interactions that volunteers have with an organization during their volunteer journey, setting the bar and providing a good experience is crucial.

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Volunteer Hub

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Your organization’s volunteer program is an important driver toward mission. Here are 4 ways to measure volunteer program ROI and ensure you are getting the highest amount of value. Chances are, volunteers play an important role in your organization. According to a 2018 Volunteering in America report , 77.34

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

.” – Margaret Mead Working with volunteers and including them in your nonprofit’s strategy can be meaningful, challenging, and rewarding, all at the same time. These platforms allow volunteers to filter by cause, in-person or remote opportunities, whether a job is better suited for kids, young adults, or seniors, and more.

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

For many nonprofits, auctions can often feel taxing—without the right tools or practices in place, they can become burdensome—making it anything but sustainable for both your team and organization. Choose the right auction platform Without the right software or tools, your nonprofit could be missing out on some major revenue opportunities.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

As technology evolves, there are new ways nonprofits like yours can take advantage of advancements to save time and raise more money. AI for nonprofits can be a real game changer in the fundraising landscape. One of the easiest AI tools for nonprofits to get started with is ChatGPT , a chatbot powered by OpenAI.

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