Category Archives: Volunteer Management

Supported Volunteers Prove Their Impact

Photo via Deposit Photos 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.  That’s the key takeaway from a new released

Growing and Developing Your Volunteer Program

Scaling Your Volunteer Program: The Essentials Could your organization’s volunteer program use a boost? With over 60 million volunteers in the United States, there are plenty of people who are ready to help! Scaling your volunteer program is a great

[PODCAST] Your Nonprofit Identity

Identity & Rejuvenation for Nonprofit Pros When passionate about your work, the tendency to be “all-in” is vital. Is “all-in” an excellent place to be, though? In this episode, Katie talks to Joe Dyer, the President of DISHER, about how

[PODCAST] Taking Care of the Mission-Critical Volunteers

Taking Care of Mission-Critical Volunteers The relationship between the mission-critical voluntary sector and social impact is inextricably linked. The changing economic climate and generational changes are complicating what it looks like to build a sustainable and successful volunteer program. In

Three Easy Ways Nonprofits Can Cut Costs

Cut costs just in time for budgeting season. 1. Pay less for processing credit card donations or don’t pay at all How would you like to increase your annual donations by up to 4% without adding any new donors? It

[PODCAST] How to Tell Your Nonprofit’s Financial Story

A financial story is not (typically) as exciting, stirring, or inspirational as one directly related to your programming. But, knowing your nonprofit’s financial story and conveying it effectively to your supporters is critical to sustainability. In this episode, Katie talks

[PODCAST] Revamping Volunteerism

Revamping Volunteerism…One painted wall at a time! “Wait… didn’t we paint this wall last year?” said a few too many volunteers each year. Corporate volunteerism is more vital than ever; however, many companies employ old techniques to engage their teams.

4 Strategies to Increase Volunteer Sign-Up

While donors are essential for funding your cause, volunteers are essential for supporting its ongoing functions, from day-to-day operations to fundraising event management. However, even if your nonprofit has the most ardent of supporters, it can still be incredibly difficult

How to Maximize Your Auction Fundraiser

This article is sponsored by Auctria. Auction fundraisers are a proven instrument to blow away your fundraising goals. If you haven’t considered an auction for fundraising, learn how to choose a type of auction and demystify the process. For those

How to Create a Sustainable Volunteer Program

Turning one-time volunteers into longtime volunteers isn’t easy. That’s why establishing a sustainable, organized and engaging volunteer program should be one of your organization’s top priorities. Chances are, your nonprofit most likely couldn’t stay afloat without volunteers, so follow these