Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Here’s the good news: with preparation and a pulse on the right data and information, it is possible to get a handle on the task and get a big picture of your organization’s needs. Confidence to initiate engagement with your staff and stakeholders and define roles and goals. Well-defined technical and design scope and constraints.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 7, 2020

The unexpected news of a disaster occurring can disrupt the communities that businesses se rve and where their employees and customers work and live in. For example, Red Cross Canada offers training programs for volunteers with specific skills to help during a time of need. .

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Candid

AUGUST 29, 2023

Lack of accomplishment: struggling to be effective or efficient at work, noticing lower productivity or capability, or feeling low on morale and coping skills. How to beat burnout The good news is that burnout isn’t inevitable or irreversible. Sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. The simple cure for burnout is to do less.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

Volunteering is an essential component of many nonprofit organizations, and it plays a crucial role in achieving their missions. Volunteers need to understand what is expected of them, what their role will entail, how to perform duties effectively, and what impact their contributions will have in the community. Gathering feedback.

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Volunteer Hub

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Let them know the best ways to communicate your cause, the roles available, and the skills needed. Use your existing volunteers as a support system to help onboard new recruits. Pair people up so new recruits have someone they can go to for questions and advice. Actively market the roles. Make it clear.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

As employees in the nonprofit sector, we often rely on the transferrable skills we've gained over time to accomplish our jobs. However, this is where we often find ourselves as mission-driven employees — called to perform tasks that stretch our skills and plunge us headlong into new areas of professional development.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 19, 2024

Leading a nonprofit requires a unique set of skills that go beyond traditional management styles. They prioritize staff development, providing opportunities for growth and skill-building. This investment empowers staff to excel in their roles, leading to higher morale, reduced turnover, and ultimately, a stronger organization.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Use these tips to create a fulfilling volunteer experience and retain your remote volunteers’ support year-round: Provide thorough training Use the right tools Show volunteer appreciation By keeping your remote volunteers motivated, you can leverage their unique skills and interests to fuel change in your community. Let’s begin.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

If you expect to retain your new Giving Tuesday donors, add saying “Thank You” to the top of your to-do list. GuideStar reports that new donors who receive a thank you within 48 hours of donating are four times more likely to give to your organization again. Supporters give to your organization to make a difference.

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Volunteer Hub

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The role of your volunteer supervisor should not just be to manage, but to also lead, communicate with, and engage volunteer constituents. What skills and experience do they have? Do they feel confident in their volunteer role? You cannot expect volunteers to be successful in their role without adequate training.

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Candid

JUNE 30, 2022

Educating job seekers on the importance of building their skills – While job seekers might have more negotiating power, they still need to understand the position employers are in. And that’s why it’s still important for job seekers to continue building their skills.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 23, 2021

As an business executive, he found the perfect environment to apply these skills. For the non-athletic reader what are some ways to gain teamwork skills early in life? Listening skills are critical to participating in any kind of “team.” As a basketball player, Michael learned teamwork, courage, adaptability, and much more.

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Volunteer Hub

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Reinforcing your mission and the role a volunteer will play in reaching it should be a part of each opportunity description. If you organization is looking for skill-based volunteers, make sure that you provide details on the knowledge and capabilities needed to perform the job. If volunteers are under 18 will a waiver be required?

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

A degree in Information Technology with multiple concentrations allows me to put my skills and technical aptitude to good use. Coming into the association space as a developer eventually shifted into combining my technical skills with my people and business understanding and becoming an Applications Analyst and several other roles.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 6, 2024

What you won’t find is a book that specifically covers the challenge you face now: the CEO transition – a period that covers your first 6–12 months in the role , which is often the most challenging and crucial time for a company and its new leader.” The good news is that this scenario does happen often,” says Wiggins.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 20, 2021

These discoveries encouraged Berman and Bradt to write their new book, Influence and Impact , which provides an easy-to-follow, common-sense approach to building influence at any level of an organization. More specifically, they explain how to: Evaluate what values, strengths and capabilities you bring to your role.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Success in email requires copywriting skills, which you can learn. Writing marketing copy is a skill. And, now, years later, I can get the results I’m looking for with an appeal or a fundraising email, because I developed the skill through practice. David, I have unexpected news to share. Well, it’s tricky.

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Volunteer Hub

AUGUST 1, 2021

For example, do you have a volunteer that has filled the same role for a long time? Have you asked for that volunteer’s feedback on how the role could be improved or how duties could be optimized? Provide volunteers with valuable skills. Learning new skills can be just as valuable to supporters as financial gains.

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Volunteer Hub

DECEMBER 8, 2022

For example, do you have a volunteer that has filled the same role for a long time? Have you asked for that volunteer’s feedback on how the role could be improved or how duties could be optimized? Provide volunteers with valuable skills. Here is a guide on how to engage volunteers that may help! Takeaways.

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Volunteer Hub

AUGUST 9, 2022

76% of people say they developed core work skills through volunteering opportunities. 85% of survey respondents found skill-based volunteering to play a key role in developing strong character. 76% of people say they developed core work skills through volunteering opportunities. 2016 Millennial Survey , Deloitte).

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

Without a handbook, volunteers may feel disconnected and unsure of their role and responsibilities because once training is over, there are no materials for them to reference later. Your Volunteer Program philosophy can include the scope of volunteer roles and a volunteer’s right to refuse tasks they are not comfortable performing.

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Volunteer Hub

DECEMBER 13, 2021

For example, do you have a volunteer that has filled the same role for a long time? Have you asked for that volunteer’s feedback on how the role could be improved or how duties could be optimized? Provide volunteers with valuable skills. Learning new skills can be just as valuable to supporters as financial gains.

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Volunteer Hub

OCTOBER 11, 2021

The steps that your organization takes to demonstrate and communicate volunteer impact can make a substantial difference to a supporter when they consider filling additional roles and opportunities in the future. Recognize Volunteers by Developing Their Skills. Create a Support Network for Volunteers.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

According to a Community Brands study from 2020, 79% of members say they want targeted, valuable content such as relevant suggestions on continuing education resources, information on industry news, upcoming events and recognition of accomplishments. Simplify your event manager’s role with tools like these.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 22, 2014

If you are finding yourself looking through a lot of unrelated or useless stuff or the content you are sharing is not resonating with your audience, news discovery tools can help. But how do you build your radar and hone your discovery skills? Here’s some advice based on the content curation skills identified by Robin Good.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 30, 2021

These people are critical, especially if your nonprofit is new and you’re looking for those first key volunteers. Get clear about exactly who you need in your volunteer roles. Brainstorm the skills, talents, and abilities you need so your marketing is clear. These are all Ideal Volunteer roles! Write job descriptions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Help disseminate news releases or produce news events to get coverage. Donate your skills (graphic design, strategic planning, human resources). Offer to be a role-play participant to demonstrate fundraising to the board. Offer to help write (or edit) fundraising emails or letters.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 17, 2023

Nonprofit organizations should have clear guidelines and policies in place for volunteer roles, responsibilities, and expectations. This can include regular updates on organizational news, volunteer opportunities, and upcoming events.

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Volunteer Hub

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Many people have professional skills but many professionals are looking for volunteer tasks that differ from their everyday work. You can use your job description to also reinforce your mission and the impact associated with each role. Assess the knowledge and skills of volunteers, look for gaps. Establish objectives.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 18, 2024

But the good news is that you can prioritize well-being and ground yourself in what seems like a groundless world, no matter your level or role in your organization. This responsibility requires us to recognize we can recover from and prevent burnout, but only when we intentionally approach well-being at all levels of our organization.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 10, 2023

Nonprofit conferences are a great opportunity for industry professionals to hone their skills, network with their peers, and learn innovative new strategies to help their organizations thrive. Register for Generosity Xchange 2023 News & Highlights 7 Top Takeaways from 2022’s Generosity Xchange 10 min read Read Now 2.

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Twenty Hats

MAY 3, 2021

When I moved into the role, the previous volunteer leadership had been disorganized, lackadaisical, and inattentive. They seek plainly defined roles and rules; and they especially need the consistency of having those rules enforced. Remain confident in your skills, judgement, and expertise. It requires some trial and error.

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Volunteer Hub

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Presenting your volunteer experience like a job emphasizes that you take every role, whether paid or unpaid, seriously. Even the meeting new people and building skills part are functionally the same, which makes volunteering a great opportunity to prepare for paid work. The time frame you volunteered there. AUTHOR BIO.

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Volunteer Hub

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Chances are, volunteers play an important role in your organization. Leveraging volunteerism can, and probably is, helping your nonprofit fill critical roles and take steps towards obtaining its mission. Volunteers can help take the pressure off of your staff and provide invaluable skill-sets that push your organization forward.

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Volunteer Hub

JUNE 28, 2022

Create opportunities for volunteers to learn new skills. Make signing up for new opportunities easy. Embrace skill-based opportunities. Creating virtual volunteer opportunities can help your organization reach a larger number of people and skill-sets. What roles your volunteers are most interested in pursuing.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Our goal at Salesforce.org in delivering our own nonprofit trends report each year is to better understand: the role nonprofits have in serving their communities, what’s shifting within the nonprofit space, mental health and wellbeing, and how technology supports an organization’s ability to fund and run their missions across departments.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Have you recently recruited a new board member? That’s amazing news for you and your nonprofit. Once you communicate your goals, tell your board members what role they should play to help you get to where you want to be. If so, congratulations! However, recruitment is only one part of building an effective board.

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