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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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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Visit a celebritys Wikipedia page and theres a good chance youll be greeted by a blurry, outdated, or unflattering photo.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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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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8 Steps to Launch a Peer-to-Peer Campaign for Your Nonprofit

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Other potential fundraisers could include volunteers, recurring donors , and those actively engaging with your organization on social media. Celebrate milestones, highlight top fundraisers, and emphasize the real-world impact of their generosity. 8) Launch and Engage Youre almost ready to launch!

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Canada’s Volunteer Awards – Celebrating Canadians who make a Difference

Charity Village

The Call for Nominations are Now Open for Canada’s Volunteer Awards 2024 The Canada’s Volunteer Awards (CVA) is accepting nominations until June 12, 2024. You can play a role in recognizing […] The post Canada’s Volunteer Awards – Celebrating Canadians who make a Difference appeared first on CharityVillage.

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