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How to Engage Employees in National (Virtual) Volunteer Month

Saleforce Nonprofit

Each April, hundreds of thousands of companies and nonprofits celebrate National Volunteer Month in the United States — and millions more throughout the year celebrate across the world. This year will be a bit different, as many employees are still working remotely and in-person volunteering is not always possible. About the Authors.

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4-Part Anatomy of an Ideal Nonprofit Volunteer Experience

NonProfit Hub

For some nonprofits, volunteers are the lifeblood of their organization. Volunteers can be even more valuable than donors. Every nonprofit can benefit from the help of volunteers, but recruiting and retaining new volunteers is easier said than done. Scheduling, Preparation and Communication.

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Bright Idea: Volunteer Fundraising 101

Qgiv

of Greater Indianapolis is a nonprofit whose mission is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. of Greater Indianapolis has served almost 4,000 girls in their community. Supporters are encouraged to celebrate their interests by creating unique, volunteer fundraising events. What They Did.

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4-Part Anatomy of an Ideal Nonprofit Volunteer Experience

NonProfit Hub

For some nonprofits, volunteers are the lifeblood of their organization. Volunteers can be even more valuable than donors. Every nonprofit can benefit from the help of volunteers, but recruiting and retaining new volunteers is easier said than done. Scheduling, Preparation and Communication.

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Book Review: Cause for Change

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I found the chapter about motivations and tips for encouraging Millennnials to volunteer very valuable. Build a continuum of engagement from micro-volunteering to deep engagement of serving on a board of trustees. Build a continuum of engagement from micro-volunteering to deep engagement of serving on a board of trustees.

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How To Build Relationships With A Storytelling Welcome Email Series

Bloomerang

You could include some information on volunteering, provide a link to your website, or share a short video they can watch (and hopefully share) about your organization. Stories could be about beneficiaries or they could be about staff members, volunteers, board members, or even other donors. Email #2: Demonstrate more impact.

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Volunteer Spotlight – Agapé Therapeutic Riding

Bloomerang

Each month, the Bloomerang team visits one nonprofit customer to volunteer for a few hours at their facility. After seeking God’s guidance, a farm just north of Indianapolis in Cicero, Indiana was selected for the start of a therapeutic riding center. This month, we visited Agapé Therapeutic Riding in Cicero, Indiana.