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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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?” Patricia Kelleher Parker from Family and Community Resources, Inc.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 12, 2025

Vincent de Paul , one of several local organizations providing direct assistance to fire victims. Vincent de Paul, working with a team of 18 volunteers, has helped around 150 families so far, prioritizing families with children and renters who lost their homes. It was enough, for now, to make it possible for her to keep paying rent.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 23, 2022

Community Brands has acquired SimplyFundraisingCRM. This addition completes Community Brands’ fundraising suite with its easy-to-use donor management tools that better meet the needs of schools, volunteer-led nonprofits, and established nonprofit organizations alike.

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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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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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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 31, 2025

New volunteers get trained in Lexington, Ky., Bickel As gerontologists social scientists who study aging populations we envision a future in which older people leave a doctors visit with a prescription to go volunteer for something. Volunteering is tied to having fewer symptoms of depression and being more satisfied with your life.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 13, 2020

By Rosemary O’Neill , CMO of Social Strata, makers of the Crowdstack community platform. How about a persistent, organized, centralized digital space? Every organization has a “Sarah.” You can also organize them. They can be organized into sets, and readily accessed by the team. What’s the antidote?

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 16, 2023

Gravyty announced a new software platform that changes how nonprofit teams engage, solicit, and steward community members, volunteers, and donors. Through the integrated platform, organizations will benefit from sustainable long-term growth, reportable ROI, and a simplified user experience.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Board members are a vital resource for nonprofits: In addition to their responsibility for governance, they each bring unique perspectives and experiences to enrich the growth of nonprofit organizations and partnerships. A strong, involved board can transform an organization and take its work to new heights.

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Candid

MARCH 31, 2025

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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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

In this environment, building a community of loyal advocates for your cause is more important than ever before. While paid ads and steeply-priced lead lists may deliver short-term results, long-term donor relationships are built on trust and community. Here’s how you can do it: Prioritize community-building over sales pitches.

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Charity Village

JULY 18, 2024

Volunteer BC invites individuals and organizations who engage with Volunteer BC to participate in their Community Engagement Survey. The purpose of the survey is to learn more about the needs and interests of those engaging with Volunteer BC so that the organization can better serve the community.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 15, 2024

While the total funding for nonprofits continues to rise, data shows that fewer Americans are engaging in giving and volunteering. To address this pressing issue, The Generosity Commission recently released its capstone report, “Everyday Actions, Extraordinary Potential: The Power of Giving and Volunteering.”

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 9, 2025

To ensure your donation reaches legitimate and impactful organizations, use tools like Charity Navigator , Candid (formerly GuideStar), and TEOS (tax-exempt organization search) to evaluate them before giving. You can make a financial donation or explore volunteer opportunities on their website.

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 25, 2025

When participating schools report content or accounts to Instagram that may violate the platform's community standards, those reports are prioritized for review. Per Meta's policy, official school accounts should be run by school officials, not by a parent-teacher organization volunteers. SEE ALSO: I'm quitting Instagram.

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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 Tech for Good

JUNE 16, 2024

Branding can make or break a nonprofit, yet many organizations struggle to communicate their value effectively. Let’s use Habitat for Humanity , a nonprofit dedicated to building homes and improving communities, as an example. However, what seems obvious to those within the organization may not be clear to everyone else.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 23, 2025

Nonprofit organizations are often challenged with the daunting task of delivering significant impacts with limited resources. Since its inception, about 115,000 nonprofits in more than 50 countries have leveraged this program globally to help promote their organizations and missions online.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 14, 2025

But if youre a fundraiser for a nonprofit organization or school in the midst of an unfolding disaster, you can do more than raise money. But until the danger has passed and the urgent needs of the community have been met, apply your talents to strengthening relationships with supporters and neighbors. Recovery campaigns will follow.

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Achieve

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

By assembling a diverse group of passionate individuals and organizations around your cause, your nonprofit can tap into more resources, skills, and perspectives to amplify your impact. Let’s walk through four basic steps to building productive community partnerships to bolster your mission. Identify your needs.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

an identified need in the community you serve. 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 __. Have a Robust Communications Plan. Create a Volunteer Committee. That is a GREAT start. Appreciated?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

It’s an ideal community to connect co-workers, influencers, donors, and corporate sponsors. For now, LinkedIn Pages outperform Facebook and Twitter in organic reach and engagement. To begin, and this is important, your nonprofit should conduct a search on LinkedIn to see if a page already exists for your organization.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Personally, I’m a big fan of asking those serving on the board of directors to not only donate first (which is a given) but to also volunteer with fundraising efforts. The same goes for your major donors, long-time volunteers, and others who’ve shown commitment to your cause over the years.

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Candid

DECEMBER 3, 2024

They’re often giving by donating items, volunteering their time, and supporting fundraising (e.g., Offer NextGen donors volunteering opportunities as a gateway to donations Gen Z and Millennials’ charitable giving extends beyond financial donations, with 54% of survey respondents volunteering their time in the past year.

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The Fundraising Authority

JANUARY 2, 2021

Like great sales organizations, great development operations need a constant stream of prospects… individuals, companies, and foundations that are, or are likely to be, interested enough in your mission to donate funds to your non-profit. Ask them to help you expand that team by introducing your organization to their friends and contacts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Many nonprofit organizations struggle to engage their board members with fundraising, especially the act of asking another person for money. A CTA is an invitation to take action, such as donating, volunteering, signing up for something, signing a petition, pledging to do something, etc. This could be done annually or just one time.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Your organizations website is often the first handshake with potential donors and supportersexcept it happens without the awkward small talk or clammy palms. They may include donors, volunteers, program beneficiaries, and those who champion your cause from afar. A user-friendly donation form helps too. Scholarly and formal?

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2022

The first is the “story” of your non-profit – this is the overall story arc that is being told by your organization about your work, and includes your big picture vision and mission. This story is contained in your case for support , and should permeate everything your non-profit does to communicate with donors and prospects.

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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. We generally had 20-30 warriors at each meeting.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Small towns and remote communities face distinct barriers when tackling housing insecurity – from scattered populations across wide geographic areas to limited transportation and fewer emergency shelter options. These fundamental differences shape how organizations must approach both service delivery and donor education.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Need an easy way to re-engage inactive volunteers? Research suggests that re-engaging existing volunteers can be more efficient and cost-effective than recruiting new ones because you’re able to: Maintain existing relationships: Re-engaging volunteers often means tapping into existing relationships and networks.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

GuideStar reports that new donors who receive a thank you within 48 hours of donating are four times more likely to give to your organization again. Save time and grab this exact template from our Giving Tuesday Fundraising Template Kit and personalize it for your organization. Join Our Latest Events + Volunteer Days.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 28, 2025

A meandering or overly formal mission statement can confuse donors, volunteers, and the very communities you aim to serve. Check in periodically with staff, board members, and your community. When people see these elements, they should instantly know its your organization. Consistency builds familiarity and trust.

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 23, 2024

The value of a volunteer hour in the United States during 2023 was $33.49, up $4.95 The value is estimated from data collected in 2023, the figure illustrates the valuable and significant contributions volunteers make every day to support our communities and nation. It’s a 5.3% increase from 2022. It was $15.82

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Candid

DECEMBER 11, 2024

They may not remember the organization they contributed to months later. To make a lasting impression, be clear and concise about how your organization is making a difference and addressing emerging needs. Reactive donors are likely to be new to your organization. But dont dismiss their motivations.

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