What New Volunteers Really Want to Know
When individuals consider volunteering, a common question arises: “What will my day be like?” Understanding the daily activities and expectations…
Create a Volunteer Application Form That Works for Your Nonprofit
Volunteer application forms are a critical gateway between interested supporters and active volunteers. Even small improvements in form completion can…
Best Practices in Communicating with Volunteers
Effective communication with volunteers is one of the key elements that drives a successful volunteer program. Volunteers dedicate their time…
How to Train Nonprofit Staff to Work Well with Volunteers
Volunteers expand nonprofit impact. Staff provide structure. When they work well together, everyone benefits. But friction happens. Training staff to…
Leveraging Social Media to Appreciate and Motivate Volunteers
Before You Begin Before featuring volunteers on social media, ensure they are comfortable being recognized publicly. Obtain written or verbal…
Exploring Sociocracy in Volunteer Groups
In the nonprofit world, traditional top-down leadership structures can slow decision-making, disempower volunteers, and stifle innovation. What if we reimagined…
Creating Self Governing Volunteer Teams
For many small nonprofits, volunteers are the backbone of their operations. But managing volunteers can be a challenge—especially when a…
Data-Driven Volunteer Management
Effective volunteer programs don’t just happen—they are built through data-driven decision-making. Yet, many nonprofits struggle with knowing what to measure…
Empowering Volunteers Through Leadership Roles
Volunteers are the backbone of many nonprofit organizations, and keeping them engaged is crucial for long-term success. One of the…