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The “Almost Volunteer”

Karen Knight: Apr 2, 2026 9:00:02 AM

Has this ever happened to you? A social media post about a volunteer opportunity receives lots of likes and shares. Your recruitment table at a community event draws a steady stream of friendly conversations. An email announcement leads to several...

Volunteer Recruitment

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Before You Recruit a Volunteer, Build This First

Angela Williamson, CVA: Mar 27, 2026 6:57:05 PM

Too many new volunteer leaders make the same mistake. They inherit a program, get handed a login and a list of shifts in need of a volunteer, and...

Volunteer Leadership Volunteer Management Best Practices

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When Volunteers Fall Through the Cracks: Why Onboarding Systems Matter More Than Recruitment

Karin Henderson: Mar 17, 2026 9:00:02 AM

Not long ago, I had one of my most embarrassing moments as a leader of volunteers.

Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Recruitment Volunteer Training and Onboarding

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Designing Two-Hour Volunteer Opportunities That Matter

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Beth Steinhorn, President, VQ Volunteer Strategies: Mar 9, 2026 9:00:02 AM

Brief volunteer opportunities are on the rise—and even activities as short as two hours are everywhere: afternoon service projects, corporate...

Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Leadership Nonprofit Leadership

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Introducing Our Integration with Double the Donation

Timothy Sarazen: Feb 26, 2026 9:27:05 AM

At Better Impact, our mission has always been to help nonprofits, municipalities, and mission-driven organizations get the most out of their...

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Making Data Work for the People Who Make Volunteerism Work

Roxci Bevis, CVA: Feb 18, 2026 10:52:11 AM

If you lead volunteers, you already work with data. Even though it might not feel that way.

Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Management Certifications Certifications & Certificates

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How to Build a Career in Volunteer Administration: From Volunteer to CVA

Jennifer DeWolff, CVA: Feb 16, 2026 9:00:00 AM

Table of Contents Where It All Started: A Twelve-Year-Old's Vision Stepping Into Volunteer Administration A New Chapter: Richmond Cares, Richmond...

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6 Best Corporate Volunteering Software [2026 Comparison]

Timothy Sarazen: Feb 13, 2026 2:56:39 PM

Managing corporate volunteer programs through spreadsheets and email chains often results in missed opportunities, lost volunteer hours, and...

Volunteer Management Software

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What Boards and Leaders Want to See in Volunteer Program Reports

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Ciana Lancaster, Marketing & Outreach Manager, Nonprofit Learning Lab: Feb 9, 2026 9:00:04 AM

Volunteer Reporting for Leadership Turning Volunteer Data Into Leadership Insight Volunteer engagement is a strategic asset at mission-driven...

ROI Volunteer Management Volunteer Management Best Practices

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Leading Volunteers as a Volunteer: Tips for Effective Leadership

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Karen Goulet, Better Impact (Canada Office): Jan 27, 2026 9:00:00 AM

I didn't plan to become a volunteer leader. Like many others, it started with a raised hand at a parent meeting for my son's minor sports team....

Volunteer Management Volunteer Leadership Recognition of Volunteers

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