NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

A study shows volunteers who are trained, supported and strategically deployed can add value to nonprofits seeking to increase their capacity.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Two trends in the nonprofit world suggest we are facing a crisis: the declining number of donors and declining number of volunteers. Here are some reasons volunteers are so important for nonprofits' fundraising goals, and some guidance on what you should consider to get them engaged.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 23, 2023

Today, the nonprofit community is suffering from a labor and volunteer shortage. Due to the lack of volunteers and a shift in government support, some nonprofit organizations may have to halt programs and readjust their goals to help those most in need.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 18, 2024

But there is another crucial force operating in the background of any natural disaster: crisis volunteers. Relief organizations have a roster of affiliated volunteers who are skilled in the work of disaster response, such as search and rescue. What roles do spontaneous volunteers fill?

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Charity Village

MARCH 24, 2025

The Government of Canada announced the recipients of Canadas Volunteer Awards, which recognize volunteers who have made significant contributions to support their communities. The awards recognize community leaders, not-for-profit organizations, social enterprises and businesses that are highly engaged in their communities.

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Engadget

MARCH 10, 2025

A group of volunteer photographers has set out to fix that, as 404 Media reports. Go to a profile of any celebrity on Wikipedia and it's quite possible that you'll be met with a terrible photo of them. Such images are often old or out of focus, perhaps captured candidly on a smartphone at a public event.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 23, 2024

While volunteers are great, managing them isn’t the same as managing staff. Here are five things to avoid when managing volunteers.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 17, 2023

At many nonprofits, volunteers play critical roles, from staffing special events and keeping programs running to serving as directors on boards. They are often the most effective community ambassadors, but, increasingly, nonprofits must consider the risks associated with failing to vet potential volunteers.

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Blue Avocado

OCTOBER 22, 2024

This Gold Avocado article highlights eight essential responsibilities of a nonprofit’s treasurer — with a focus on treasurers of all-volunteer organizations. A Succinct Guide for Nonprofit Treasurers More than half of the nonprofits in the United States are estimated to be all-volunteer organizations (AVOs).

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 14, 2025

Quality, dedicated nonprofit volunteers and skilled staff are the key to any successful mission. When we recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What is your biggest challenge in recruiting and retaining skilled staff or volunteers?” Finding serious and dedicated long-term volunteers is difficult.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 16, 2023

Your nonprofit’s volunteers are highly valuable. That’s why your approach to volunteer management is so important. They not only help your organization accomplish more, but they also tend to donate more.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

A digital community consists of active supporters such as staff, volunteers, partners, donors, and advocates connected through various social media platforms. Post photos and videos of team members, events, program activities, and volunteers to give followers an inside look at the organization’s efforts. Offer personal thank-you’s.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 9, 2024

AmeriCorps announced that applications are open for its 2023 fiscal year Volunteer Generation Fund grant competition.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Harnessing the passion of your nonprofit’s dedicated volunteers can pay off significantly over time. In fact, the current estimated value of an hour of volunteer work is over $33 , representing an incredible opportunity to drive support for your mission. This journey is also known as the volunteer lifecycle.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 16, 2024

AmeriCorps and the Administration for Community Living have partnered for the development of new volunteer opportunities.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 30, 2023

Macie Wheeler from Habitat for Humanity and Geng Wang of Civic Champs join The NonProfit Voice to discuss the benefits of using volunteer management software.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 1, 2023

As of the first half of 2023, more than 5,000 participants have collectively volunteered for over 1.1 ReEmployAbility's Transition2Work program has connected thousands of nonprofit organizations with injured employees who can perform light-duty work. million hours to support almost 2,000 organizations.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 6, 2024

Independent Sector announced that the value of a volunteer hour is $33.49 — a 5.3% increase from the previous year.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

They can help you raise money, gather volunteers, inspire your donors, better understand your supporters, and connect with people who may not have heard of your organization. Volunteer Recruitment: A QR code displayed on banners at a maker’s market or fundraising event can simplify sign-up for interested people.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 29, 2025

When staff and volunteers work together, the results can be transformative. Here are seven HR strategies to foster collaboration.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 13, 2025

Enter WikiPortraits: a team of volunteer photographers on a mission to fix this injustice. Thats bad news for celebrities, for whom this page is often their most-viewed online presenceand therefore the face they present to the world. Some photos are so notoriously bad, theyve even earned a spot on a dedicated Instagram page.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

in 2022-23 , its worth asking: What are the drivers behind Americans volunteering less, and how can we boost volunteer retention? Here I’ll highlight the key factors Ive seen in my volunteer engagement roles over the past 20 years and suggest practical tips for retaining volunteers. For example, in the U.S.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 10, 2024

New data from AmeriCorps identified the largest expansion of formal volunteering ever recorded, plus other volunteerism trends.

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Wild Apricot

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Creating a volunteer engagement strategy can not only improve your volunteer's experience, but your entire organizational atmosphere. This is the guide to engaging volunteers from start to finish!

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Double the Donation

MARCH 24, 2025

In the nonprofit world, volunteers are often placed in a separate category from donations or revenue-generating efforts. However, the reality is that they can be a powerful driving force behind your organization’s fundraising success.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

StratusLIVE announced the AI-driven Community Volunteer Center, designed to enhance and simplify every step of volunteering.

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Charity Village

MARCH 7, 2025

Canadas Volunteer Awards (CVA) Program, presented by the Government of Canada, recognizes volunteers, not-for-profit organizations, charities, social enterprises and businesses for their contributions across the country. Canadas Volunteer Awards recognizes recipients at a national ceremony.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 29, 2025

A strong volunteer program is the key to lasting donor relationships. Download the guide now and start turning volunteers into donors! This guidebook walks you through the essential steps to recruit, engage, and inspire volunteerscreating a powerful experience that naturally leads to financial support.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Partnerships between nonprofit organizations and for-profit companies to boost workplace volunteering and community impact can create significant value for both parties. Encourage use of Volunteer Time Off Eighty-four percent of Civic 50 companies offer their employees paid volunteer time off (VTO). company.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Here at Bloomerang Volunteer , we’ve had the privilege of working with dozens of nonprofits during their event planning processes. Connect with new volunteers who are committed to your cause. From securing your vendor to recruiting enough volunteers , keeping track of all these elements is essential.

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.orgSource

JULY 19, 2022

When you want volunteers to serve on a committee or support an initiative, it’s critical to give them a rewarding return on the investment. We’re all challenged for time. If you wonder why members aren’t more engaged with your association, that’s one big reason. There aren’t enough hours in the day. A skilled facilitator can […].

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VQ Strategies

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Adapt and Overcome: How 2020 Brings Innovation and Flexibility for Volunteer-Led Programs For the US Marines, the concept of “Adapt and Overcome” is central to their philosophy of innovation and problem solving to address all challenges, unexpected situations, and chaotic environments. The lessons from their efforts are relevant still.

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Candid

JANUARY 23, 2025

Community buildingcultivating a network of engaged donors, volunteers, board members, and beneficiaries who share a sense of belonging and commitmentmight be the most overlooked strategy for long-term success. Share stories of impact from donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Ask yourself, your leadership, and your trusted lead volunteers to fill in the blank: At the end of our event, we want our supporters (or) attendees to leave feeling __. Your data also has the potential to help you better understand how to reward and recognize top fundraisers and volunteers and plan your daily work. Appreciated?

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 4, 2024

Here are three best practices for conducting market research effectively to help drive impact and take meaningful actions this year.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 16, 2022

More than two-thirds of charities (68%) say a strong visual brand increases volunteer interest. From increased revenue to improved volunteer and donor engagement, professional design and visual branding create tangible financial benefits for charities and nonprofit organizations around the world.

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