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Want to stay healthier and fulfilled later in life? Try volunteering

Fast Company Tech

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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What You Need to Consider During Background Checks for Nonprofit Volunteers

NonProfit PRO

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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5 Ways to Build a Digital Community that will Transform Your Nonprofit

Nonprofit Tech for Good

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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Next-Gen Nonprofit Fundraising: How Personalization Powers Success

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Rob Leighton , Executive Director at iMission a full-service digital-first marketing agency working exclusively with nonprofits and social sector organizations. Successful nonprofit fundraisers have always understood the power of personalization in effective communications.

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Raise the Board’s Financial IQ

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A director who can’t read your balance sheet, can’t be a great leader. But for the rest of us, ensuring that volunteer leaders are up to speed on the numbers is a significant responsibility. When directors understand their role in stewarding and growing resources, keeping track of that progress becomes a lot more interesting.

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The Four Key Fundraising Roles of Your Board of Directors

The Fundraising Authority

100% board giving sets a good example and shows the staff, volunteers and other donors that the board is committed to the cause and to fundraising for the cause. Photo Credit: Jukka Zitting The post The Four Key Fundraising Roles of Your Board of Directors first appeared on The Fundraising Authority.

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Creating Fundraising Systems for Your Nonprofit

The Fundraising Authority

They had one full-time development director on staff, but everyone – including the staff, the board, the volunteers, even the donors – was constantly worried about fundraising. If the donation is over $1,000 the Executive Director will sign the letter. Otherwise, the Development Director will sign the letter. Every week?

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