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). Now let’s take a moment to consider this value in terms of fundraising, marketing, and program execution.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Every interaction your volunteer has with your organization matters. From the moment they land on your website to sign up for an opportunity to when they check out of their shift, your volunteer’s experience can directly impact your organization’s ability to meet its goals. What is volunteer engagement?

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EveryAction

AUGUST 17, 2023

Here’s how—and why—nonprofits should use this information to fuel and manage their volunteer programs. Why calculate the value of a volunteer hour? Charitable organizations frequently use this estimate to quantify the enormous value volunteers provide. Where was a volunteer hour most valuable?

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Leveraging your data to inform how your organization should approach a situation is a great place to start. Many associations use data-driven decision making to move their missions forward, advance public policy, and enhance advocacy programs. Another great way to drive data-driven results at your organization?

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EveryAction

JULY 12, 2023

Do we have the volunteer power we need in those districts to influence our targets? After answering those questions, you’ll likely realize that you need more volunteers in certain districts or even entire states. There are several ways to keep volunteers engaged even after a state legislative session ends.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 14, 2023

All three programs are free to use, accept online donations for your nonprofit, and are nonprofit organizations themselves. If your nonprofit is located outside of the US, then Google “charity ratings [your country name]” to find similar programs.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 11, 2022

Is your volunteer program prepared? If your nonprofit is like many others, navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and adjusting your volunteer program has been challenging. Where should your volunteer program go from here? Will you provide in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities? Source: [link].

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Need more help running your current programs? If so, you may be interested in starting a volunteer program. To help you build a sustainable volunteer program, in this guide, we’ll cover the essential steps for starting a volunteer program: Conduct a community needs assessment. Train volunteers.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 30, 2021

The key to a successful volunteer program is follow through. Maybe you’ve been there: Someone contacts your organization eager to volunteer. You can’t believe this amazing volunteer just dropped out of the sky… …Until you never hear from that volunteer again. You’re thrilled!

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 4, 2022

Offering micro-volunteer opportunities can help an organization reach more volunteers and leverage new skills. Here is what micro-volunteering is, what it is not, and how nonprofits can best utilize it. So, how can a volunteer program recruit, engage, and manage volunteer prospects who have limited time?

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Volunteer Hub

JUNE 28, 2022

The best way to future-proof your volunteer program is by adapting to the needs and expectations of volunteers that provide their time. Creating a strategy and setting goals is one of the best ways that your organization can future-proof your volunteer program. Invest in Volunteer Management Software.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 25, 2023

Whether you’re a large nonprofit looking for different ways to amplify your mission or a small team trying to stretch your marketing dollars, it makes sense to first seek out free advertising for nonprofit organizations. In a nutshell, branding is the way your organization communicates who you are and what you do. In the U.S.

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Volunteer Hub

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Your organization’s volunteer program is an important driver toward mission. Here are 4 ways to measure volunteer program ROI and ensure you are getting the highest amount of value. Chances are, volunteers play an important role in your organization. Measure Volunteer Value.

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Volunteer Hub

OCTOBER 4, 2021

According to research, only 27% of nonprofits have a diversity and inclusion plan for volunteers. Here are 4 reasons diversity and inclusion (D&I) are important for any volunteer program. Now more than at any other point in history, volunteer programs are becoming increasingly diverse.

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VQ Strategies

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Over and over again, we have a front row seat in seeing research-based benefits of engaging volunteers really do play out in practice. We see that organizations which engage volunteers strategically and effectively really do outperform those that don’t, as volunteer talent and advocacy helps make these organizations be successful.

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Volunteer Hub

JULY 23, 2021

Strategically managing and organizing volunteers can maximize impact, reduce turnover, and create opportunities in 2021. One of the most valuable capabilities of strategic volunteer management is the ability to organize volunteers to create value. Here are four best practices for organizing volunteers in 2021.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 19, 2023

Bloomerang recently acquired InitLive to make it easy for you to create a volunteer experience that inspires and maximizes the impact of your programs. This is a new series from Bloomerang called Why I Volunteered. The Volunteer: She is a woman in her thirties who completed her local CASA’s 36-hour volunteer training program.

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DipJar

AUGUST 6, 2021

Volunteers have the unique capability to bolster your organization and generate excitement and engagement within your wider community. Volunteer work often contributes to greater long-term sustainability because it can provide a reliable source of support during challenging times. . Volunteer Recruitment. Let’s dive in!

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frontstream

APRIL 26, 2023

As our society grows increasingly socially conscious, many companies are realizing the benefits of offering workplace volunteering programs. These programs allow employees to use their skills and time to help out nonprofit organizations while still getting paid by their employers.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In the first blog post of this series, we discussed the basics that need to occur to onboard any volunteer at any level. We took the process from greeting the fundraising volunteer at your door all the way to helping them connect with your mission, and quite a lot between. Your Program Volunteers.

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DonorDock

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Looking for the best volunteer management software to elevate your nonprofit in 2025? Whether you're a small organization or a large nonprofit, find the right tool to optimize your volunteer program and make a greater impact in your community.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Volunteers are superheroes! It’s imperative that you recruit a strong volunteer base and, more important, retain volunteers by valuing their time, effort, and skills. It’s imperative that you recruit a strong volunteer base and, more important, retain volunteers by valuing their time, effort, and skills.

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The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Volunteers who are trained, supported, and strategically deployed add measurable value to nonprofits seeking to increase their capacity to help those in need, build community and fulfill their missions. million invested in the program enabled grantees to mobilize more than 24,000 volunteers who logged an astounding 333,602 volunteer hours.

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Charity Village

OCTOBER 13, 2023

In our August 2023 CharityVillage Connects podcast episode, we spoke with volunteer engagement professionals from across the country to determine how organizations might address the volunteer shortage that is impacting programs and communities.

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Charity Village

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The Government of Canada invites organizations to apply for funding to help empower youth in Canada through volunteer opportunities. The call for proposals is under the Canada Service Corps Program.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 4, 2023

April was National Volunteer Appreciation Month. Did you r association recognize your member volunteers for their se rvice? Read our blog to d iscover how Nimble AMS and Community Brands ma d e volunteer recognition a central initiative with the 2023 Volunteer IMPACT Awards.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Here’s how to start transforming your member engagement strategy by mobilizing your volunteers. . Five ways to increase member engagement with volunteers. Begin planning your member engagement strategy by hitting on these five vital areas with your volunteers : 1. You’re not alone! Online community.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Harnessing the passion of your nonprofit’s dedicated volunteers can pay off significantly over time. In fact, the current estimated value of an hour of volunteer work is over $33 , representing an incredible opportunity to drive support for your mission. This journey is also known as the volunteer lifecycle.

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Bloomerang

JULY 29, 2024

Why are volunteer apps important? According to the Volunteer Management Progress Report , recruitment was the top challenge and priority of volunteer coordinators in 2023. This guide will cover top volunteer apps, features to look out for, and best practices for using your app effectively.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 4, 2023

How will you measure volunteer impact in 2024? As we close out 2023, you probably have some view into the impact your volunteers made, including how much time they worked and other basic information to share with others in your organization. But do you really know the true impact of your volunteers? The location?

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 10, 2019

Want to help your organization see just how valuable your volunteers are? Elisa Kosarin, CVA, explains how to prepare a volunteer report that will prove their value.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Recognize your volunteers’ contributions and keep them coming back Our latest updates help you recognize your volunteers in more formal ways to keep them engaged, happy, and coming back. Send an email that acknowledges volunteer impact and milestones. See who your top contributors are at a glance with a leaderboard.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 1, 2023

Your volunteer orientation and training program should foster a happy, prepared volunteer base. Here are 4 tips to help volunteers gain the most value from the experience. A good orientation and training program will provide volunteers with a positive experience and first impression of your organization.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 21, 2023

Leveraging technology to manage volunteers in 2023 is essential. In this post, learn more about effective volunteer management and the value of volunteer management software. So, you’ve been tasked with running a volunteer program. Running a successful volunteer program means managing a lot of moving parts.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 7, 2022

Volunteer programs often require fundraising campaigns to stay in operation. Depending on your organization’s activities, you may need fundraising to help fund your: Volunteer training opportunities. Volunteer thank-you gifts. Raise awareness of volunteer grants. Raise awareness of volunteer grants.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead Working with volunteers and including them in your nonprofit’s strategy can be meaningful, challenging, and rewarding, all at the same time. Hear it from a volunteer!

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Tech Soup

MARCH 14, 2022

Through independent research here at TechSoup, we have learned that one of the biggest obstacles faced by nonprofits addressing food security is volunteer management. In our recent Public Good App House demo event, four app developers introduced their solutions designed to address this need.

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