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Better Impact Blog

The world of the nonprofit sector is constantly changing. Better Impact presents some thought leadership on a variety of topics in volunteer management and donor relations, and invites you to be a part of the conversation.

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Volunteer Best Practice Guidelines – in action!

In June 2023, Volunteering New Zealand launched the Volunteer Best Practice Guidelines. Since then, they’ve developed workshops and tools to support their implementation and are already hearing from organisations seeing improvements in their...

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Nurturing Volunteer Wellbeing in a Post-Pandemic World: Tips and Resources for Leaders of Volunteers

The pandemic has reshaped the landscape of volunteering, posing unique challenges and opportunities for both volunteers and Leaders of Volunteers. A...

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The title of the post: “Volunteer Training: How to Set Volunteers up for Success.”

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Volunteer Training: How to Set Volunteers up for Success

To make your organization’s volunteer program as effective as possible, you need to give volunteers everything they need to succeed. Besides knowing...

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Volunteering is Vital: Ushering in a New Era at Better Impact

A New Beginning: Why I Joined Better Impact When I first came across Better Impact, what stood out wasn’t just the software — it was what the...

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Beyond the Screen: Balancing Technology and the Human Touch in Volunteering

In a world where technology is intertwined into almost every aspect of our lives, volunteering is no exception. Technology has drastically changed...

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Reimagining volunteering

I recently came across an excellent article by Milad Haghani, an Associate Professor of Urban Resilience and Safety at the University of Melbourne....

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Volunteerism Isn’t Just About Good Intentions — It’s About Outcomes

In the world of volunteerism, we often lead with heart. And rightly so — this work is deeply human. It’s fueled by compassion, generosity, and a...

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Book Bites April 2025: No Ego

This Month's Selection: No Ego – How Leaders Can Cut the Cost of Workplace/Drama, End Entitlement and Drive Big Results by Cy Wakeman The...

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The title of the post: “Volunteer Appreciation: Getting Started + 10 Top Ideas.”

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Volunteer Appreciation: Getting Started + 10 Top Ideas

As a volunteer coordinator, you know how critical volunteers are to your nonprofit’s activities. Whether they’re in hands-on roles with...

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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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