Karen Knight

I have been providing volunteer recruitment, engagement and training for not-for-profit organizations for over 25 years. My professional life has spanned many industries, working in both the private and public sectors in various leadership positions. Through my passion for making a difference in the world, I have gained decades of experience in not-for-profits as a leader and a board member. I served in Toastmasters International for over twenty-five years, in various roles up to District Director, where I was responsible for one of the largest Toastmasters districts in the world. There, I had twenty leaders reporting directly to me, and another eighty reporting to them. All volunteers.

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Managing Pro Bono Volunteers

There comes a time in every program when you need volunteers who can do more than hand out food hampers or lead school groups through a museum. You need someone with professional expertise: graphic designers, lawyers, IT specialists, and more. Pro...

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Winning Board Support for Your Volunteer Program

When leading a volunteer program, one of the most important tasks is presenting key information to the organization's Board of Directors. These...

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The Magic of Micro-Volunteering

The idea of micro-volunteering is gaining traction, and for good reason. Fewer people are willing or able to commit to a regular shift. They want the...

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Interviewing Potential Volunteers

Most of us know that if you want a strong, trustworthy team of volunteers, getting to know them before they come on is key. An interview should be...

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Volunteers Saving Time Using Software

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Time-Saving Volunteer Supervision Hacks

Effective volunteer supervision is crucial for a successful volunteer program and thus greater impact. By leading volunteers well, you can ensure...

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8 Tips for Tackling Unpopular Tasks

Leaders often find themselves faced with the challenge of motivating volunteers to take on unpopular tasks. As you know, every task plays a crucial...

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The 5 Aspects of a Strong Volunteer Program

Building a volunteer program isn’t easy, but it may be simpler than you might think. There are five key aspects of a strong volunteer program:...

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