NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Volunteers are a tremendous resource for charitable nonprofits. Without volunteers, nonprofits would struggle to provide programs, community services and more. Volunteerism in the United States peaked between 2003 and 2005, when approximately 29% of all Americans reported their volunteerism.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 8, 2022

For most nonprofits and charities, volunteers are a vital part of their operations, allowing many organizations to make a big impact even with lean budgets. But the pandemic has created an epidemic of volunteer shortages. As a result, nonprofits are scrambling to make up for the lost assistance.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 10, 2023

AmeriCorps released a notice of funding opportunity for the fiscal year 2023 Volunteer Generation Fund. The Volunteer Generation Fund, open to State Service Commissions, local nonprofit, community, faith-based, tribal, state, and local governments and schools, focuses on investments for volunteer management practices.

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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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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? Is it the type of activity?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

Volunteers are a lifeline for many nonprofits. million volunteers are currently needed to support nonprofits (VolunteerMatch). And the current estimated national value of each volunteer hour is $29.95 (Independent Sector). Volunteers can have an enormous impact on reaching your goals. The keyword is Volunteer Management.

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EveryAction

APRIL 13, 2023

What are some strategies for giving nonprofit volunteers a great experience and building your program? Burdade Strategies Strong relationships with your volunteers are the foundation of every successful nonprofit volunteer program. Enter: Planned Parenthood’s National Volunteer Program (NVP!)

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Charity Village

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The volunteer management cycle is the best practice model for the lifecycle of volunteer engagement and for many years has been the foundation of important best practices such as planning, screening, policy development, and onboarding and offboarding procedures that volunteer programs follow. appeared first on CharityVillage.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Volunteer orientations present the opportunity to make a good first impression. They also allow your organization to get to know supporters, build relationships between volunteers, communicate your mission and confirm that volunteers understand their commitment to the cause.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 12, 2023

Does your association count on the hard work of member volunteers? R ead our blog to discover how PEAK Grantmaking empowered its member volunteers and strengthened its volunteer program. Like many associations, PEAK Grantmaking benefits from the work of member volunteers. Offer volunteer benefits.

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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 18, 2023

It is important to be open to having volunteers help your nonprofit in ways you may not even realize are needed, especially as we are in an era of influencers and digital content creators. Imagine all the different ways that volunteer could help you, and what other skills they might bring to the party.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 12, 2022

Volunteers are one of the many important lifelines for nonprofit organizations. To achieve goals with volunteers, requires planning, organization and effective communication since engaging with volunteers is just as important to fundraising as it is to engage with donors. .

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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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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

*This is Part II of a series focused on nonprofit volunteering and volunteer programs. They can also be a major undertaking where the need for volunteers to support the event is high. Data shows that 1 billion people volunteer around the world annually, and 64 million Americans take time to volunteer every year.

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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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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Virtuous, a nonprofit CRM and responsive fundraising platform announced that it has acquired VOMO, the award-winning volunteer mobilization platform designed to recruit new volunteers, manage the volunteer experience, and activate volunteers to grow giving.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Virtual volunteering is on the rise this year. Since your volunteers are integral to your nonprofit’s success, they can also be part of your virtual fundraising efforts. Here are three fundraising areas where you can include volunteers.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 4, 2023

See how Bloomerang can help you better measure volunteer impact in 2024 As we close out 2023, you probably have some view into the impact your volunteers have made, including how much time volunteers have worked and other basic information to share with others in your organization. an hour, a 6.2% increase from 2021 to 2022.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 13, 2021

In normal years, volunteers are a precious resource. Think about 2021, when more than 90% of volunteering in the U.S. The question is: Can you bring these volunteers back into the fold? virtually shut down in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to VolunteerMatch.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 6, 2023

Bloomerang has acquired InitLive, a volunteer management platform for nonprofits. This addition will enable nonprofits access to richer, more intuitive capabilities to help build a thriving community of donors and volunteers.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 12, 2023

Bloomerang launched Bloomerang Volunteer to transform how nonprofits attract, engage, and sustain authentic relationships with individuals while maximizing fundraising. The platform enables nonprofits to create supporters and manage more supporters in less time.

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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

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

As a volunteer program manager or administrator, you know it’s critical to keep the lines of communication open with your volunteers every step of the way—before, during, and after an opportunity. This enhancement helps you: Easily communicate relevant messages to volunteers at every step of the signup process.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 21, 2020

By Julia Boyun , Marketing Manager at RemoteHub – a job and volunteer marketplace and community that connects and matches companies and nonprofit organizations with remote professionals. The crucial role of volunteers in nonprofit organizations can’t possibly be understated. Step Two: Post volunteer projects.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 29, 2023

Tim Adkins of Hands on Atlanta and Sam Fankuchen of Golden join the NonProfit Voice to discuss volunteer management software and its effect on Hands on Atlanta’s volunteer engagement.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 25, 2023

Employee volunteer program: A business encourages employees to volunteer at a nonprofit; not only does this boost morale but helps to positively shape brand perception. Whether you’re trying to attract donors, recruit volunteers, or raise awareness, we’re here to help you leverage free advertising for nonprofit organizations.

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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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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 11, 2023

AmeriCorps announced 45 organizations who have been awarded federal grants to support the Volunteer Generation Fund and Days of Service awards. More than $13 million will create service opportunities, recruit volunteers and encourage Americans to participate in the country’s two national days of service.

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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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Charity Village

AUGUST 25, 2023

Some organizations hesitate to hire volunteers for staff positions. I had someone ask me a question recently: […] The post Should you hire volunteers? This article was previously published by Karen Knight Consulting and is reprinted with permission. Or it doesn’t even occur to them! appeared first on CharityVillage.

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VisionLink

APRIL 20, 2022

It's National Volunteer Week! Fun fact, each year about 62 million Americans volunteer at their local schools, with NGOs, with disaster preparedness and response groups, and community centers and homeless shelters. The most active volunteers are those between the ages of 35 to 44, with women volunteering at a higher rate (29.4

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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 PRO

JUNE 2, 2021

The value of virtual volunteers has been escalated for many nonprofits in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If your organization is looking for new ways to recruit and engage virtual volunteers, here are four tips that can help create a smooth process for both your organization and volunteers transitioning to a remote setting.

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The Fundraising Authority

MARCH 28, 2021

Your volunteers are already some of your most committed supporters. In fact, recent studies show that each volunteer’s time is worth over $23 per hour. Here are three reasons why you should make the ask : #1 – Volunteers Already Understand the Good You Do. 2 – Volunteers Have Sweat Equity.

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VQ Strategies

MAY 17, 2023

What is strategic volunteer engagement – and why does it matter? Driven by the power of volunteer energy and grounded in comprehensive research, the Initiative for Strategic Volunteer Engagement launched to answer this exact question. The post What is Strategic Volunteer Engagement?

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 19, 2022

The Volunteer Generation Fund focuses on investments in volunteer management practices that increase both volunteer recruitment and retention. The 2023 grant competition will fund programs that address the COVID-19 pandemic’s effects on students.

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