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Volunteer photographers are fixing Wikipedia's terrible celebrity headshots

Engadget

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. A group of volunteer photographers has set out to fix that, as 404 Media reports. Such images are often old or out of focus, perhaps captured candidly on a smartphone at a public event.

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April is National Volunteer Month. Do you know where your volunteers are? 

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As the nonprofit sector seeks ways to continue its work in the face of ongoing challenges, volunteers may come to play a larger role. volunteer rate fell significantly between September 2020 and September 2021 , although recent data shows it rebounded to 28.8% How do volunteers advance nonprofits missions? According to the U.S.

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This volunteer crew is on a mission to fix Wikipedia’s worst celebrity photos

Fast Company Tech

Visit a celebritys Wikipedia page and theres a good chance youll be greeted by a blurry, outdated, or unflattering photo. Thats bad news for celebrities, for whom this page is often their most-viewed online presenceand therefore the face they present to the world. Celebrities? The reason? Theyre often thrilled.

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4 Generations of Volunteers: Global Research Insights on Generational Support

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Volunteering plays a crucial role in charitable support, serving as the backbone for many nonprofits, charities, and causes. Age groups included were: In this article, we have collaborated with a trusted Blackbaud partner, Rosterfy , to explore how different generations engage in volunteering and how preferences differ among age groups.

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How to Celebrate National Volunteer Month in 2020

Wild Apricot

April is National Volunteer Month, but how do we celebrate amidst the COVID-19 crisis? Here are some ideas.

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How to Celebrate National Volunteer Month

Wild Apricot

April is National Volunteer Month, but how do you celebrate all the amazing things volunteers do for your mission? Here are some ideas.

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7 Strategies Your Nonprofit Should Implement to Engage Volunteers

TechImpact

While volunteers keep your staffing needs minimal, and allow your nonprofit to focus on the next big project, are you really getting the most out of your volunteers? Did you know that a disengaged volunteer is more likely to be a no-show or spend most of their volunteer hours socializing? Create leadership opportunities.

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