EveryAction

JULY 12, 2023

Do we have the volunteer power we need in those districts to influence our targets? After answering those questions, you’ll likely realize that you need more volunteers in certain districts or even entire states. There are several ways to keep volunteers engaged even after a state legislative session ends.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Need more help running your current programs? If so, you may be interested in starting a volunteer program. To help you build a sustainable volunteer program, in this guide, we’ll cover the essential steps for starting a volunteer program: Conduct a community needs assessment. Train volunteers.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 11, 2022

Is your volunteer program prepared? If your nonprofit is like many others, navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and adjusting your volunteer program has been challenging. Where should your volunteer program go from here? Will you provide in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities? Source: [link].

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 4, 2022

Offering micro-volunteer opportunities can help an organization reach more volunteers and leverage new skills. Here is what micro-volunteering is, what it is not, and how nonprofits can best utilize it. So, how can a volunteer program recruit, engage, and manage volunteer prospects who have limited time?

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 30, 2021

The key to a successful volunteer program is follow through. Maybe you’ve been there: Someone contacts your organization eager to volunteer. You can’t believe this amazing volunteer just dropped out of the sky… …Until you never hear from that volunteer again. You’re thrilled!

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Volunteer Hub

JUNE 28, 2022

The best way to future-proof your volunteer program is by adapting to the needs and expectations of volunteers that provide their time. Creating a strategy and setting goals is one of the best ways that your organization can future-proof your volunteer program. Invest in Volunteer Management Software.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 25, 2023

Whether you’re a large nonprofit looking for different ways to amplify your mission or a small team trying to stretch your marketing dollars, it makes sense to first seek out free advertising for nonprofit organizations. In a nutshell, branding is the way your organization communicates who you are and what you do. In the U.S.

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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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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. Measure Volunteer Value.

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Volunteer Hub

OCTOBER 4, 2021

According to research, only 27% of nonprofits have a diversity and inclusion plan for volunteers. Here are 4 reasons diversity and inclusion (D&I) are important for any volunteer program. Now more than at any other point in history, volunteer programs are becoming increasingly diverse.

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frontstream

APRIL 26, 2023

As our society grows increasingly socially conscious, many companies are realizing the benefits of offering workplace volunteering programs. These programs allow employees to use their skills and time to help out nonprofit organizations while still getting paid by their employers.

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Volunteer Hub

JULY 23, 2021

Strategically managing and organizing volunteers can maximize impact, reduce turnover, and create opportunities in 2021. One of the most valuable capabilities of strategic volunteer management is the ability to organize volunteers to create value. Here are four best practices for organizing volunteers in 2021.

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DipJar

AUGUST 6, 2021

Volunteers have the unique capability to bolster your organization and generate excitement and engagement within your wider community. Volunteer work often contributes to greater long-term sustainability because it can provide a reliable source of support during challenging times. . Volunteer Recruitment. Let’s dive in!

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M+R

APRIL 13, 2023

What are some strategies for giving nonprofit volunteers a great experience and building your program? Enter: Planned Parenthood’s National Volunteer Program (NVP)! NVP focused on investing in and developing volunteers into leaders to keep momentum going around winning back abortion access.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In the first blog post of this series, we discussed the basics that need to occur to onboard any volunteer at any level. We took the process from greeting the fundraising volunteer at your door all the way to helping them connect with your mission, and quite a lot between. Your Program Volunteers.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Recognize your volunteers’ contributions and keep them coming back Our latest updates help you recognize your volunteers in more formal ways to keep them engaged, happy, and coming back. Send an email that acknowledges volunteer impact and milestones. See who your top contributors are at a glance with a leaderboard.

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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

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The Government of Canada invites organizations to apply for funding to help empower youth in Canada through volunteer opportunities. The call for proposals is under the Canada Service Corps Program.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Here’s how to start transforming your member engagement strategy by mobilizing your volunteers. . Five ways to increase member engagement with volunteers. Begin planning your member engagement strategy by hitting on these five vital areas with your volunteers : 1. You’re not alone! Online community.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 4, 2023

How will you measure volunteer impact in 2024? As we close out 2023, you probably have some view into the impact your volunteers made, including how much time they worked and other basic information to share with others in your organization. But do you really know the true impact of your volunteers? The location?

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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. We’d love to hear from you!

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 19, 2023

Happy National Volunteer Week 2023 ! Celebrate your volunteers this and every week by ensuring your member volunteers feel the love. Your member volunteers help move your mission forward, driving success across your organization. Did you know that member volunteers can help you grow your association ?

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 1, 2023

Your volunteer orientation and training program should foster a happy, prepared volunteer base. Here are 4 tips to help volunteers gain the most value from the experience. A good orientation and training program will provide volunteers with a positive experience and first impression of your organization.

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Charity Village

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

We’re currently looking for organizations that work with volunteers for an upcoming episode related to current volunteer trends in Canada. Are you struggling to recruit volunteers? We’re looking for organizations working with volunteers! 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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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead Working with volunteers and including them in your nonprofit’s strategy can be meaningful, challenging, and rewarding, all at the same time. Hear it from a volunteer!

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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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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 10, 2019

Want to help your organization see just how valuable your volunteers are? Elisa Kosarin, CVA, explains how to prepare a volunteer report that will prove their value.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 7, 2022

Volunteer programs often require fundraising campaigns to stay in operation. Depending on your organization’s activities, you may need fundraising to help fund your: Volunteer training opportunities. Volunteer thank-you gifts. Raise awareness of volunteer grants. Raise awareness of volunteer grants.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 14, 2022

Through independent research here at TechSoup, we have learned that one of the biggest obstacles faced by nonprofits addressing food security is volunteer management. In our recent Public Good App House demo event, four app developers introduced their solutions designed to address this need.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 18, 2023

A tale of two volunteer programs Have you ever showed up early in the morning to volunteer on a cold Saturday morning having skipped coffee or breakfast, only to be asked to wait awkwardly with other strangers making small talk? The email includes some great candid photos of you with the other volunteers and staff working.

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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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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 3, 2022

Having a good training process is an important first interaction with volunteers. Is your volunteer training program exceeding expectations? Developing a training program that exceeds the expectations of volunteers will impact retention, engagement, and referral sources for your nonprofit. Hands On Training.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 18, 2023

Volunteer engagement surveys are an invaluable tool for nonprofits. Explore how these surveys can provide crucial insights, elevate the experience for volunteers, and optimize processes, to help nonprofits better achieve their mission. Consider asking questions like: What inspired you to volunteer with our organization?

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Qgiv

MARCH 12, 2024

Corporate giving programs, which are akin to corporate social responsibility programs , often reflect a business’s moral compass. Learn how corporate giving programs can help your organization in this quick guide! Corporate giving programs help keep employees more engaged and loyal to the businesses providing them.

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Volunteer Hub

JULY 15, 2022

Strategically matching volunteers with assignments that allow them to excel can increase retention, improve engagement, and help your organization achieve its mission. It is amazing how well a volunteer program can perform when an organization leverages the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA’s) of volunteers.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 20, 2022

One of the simplest ways to boost volunteer engagement and retention at your association is to have leadership create meaningful connections with volunteers. When volunteers feel appreciated, they’re more likely to invest in your association, saving your staff precious time and resources. Volunteers donate.

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