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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Bringing Ethical Values to Life as a Volunteer Manager

As leaders of volunteers, we encounter ethical questions regularly. The Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration (CCVA), which administers the Certified in Volunteer Administration (CVA) certification, strives to inspire and empower us...

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Unlocking Volunteer Superpowers: A quick guide to a transformative volunteer engagement strategy

Introduction Nonprofit organisations frequently rely on the dedication and contribution of volunteers. We’ve all heard the gushing praise and warm...

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Volunteer Stewardship…New applications for an older concept

Recently, I was working with a statewide grassroots organization dedicated to developing leaders and encouraging civic engagement locally. In our...

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BETTER IMPACT BOOK BITES: Expect to Win

This Month's Selection Expect to Win: 10 Proven Strategies for Thriving in the Workplace, by Carla A. Harris (Author) The twelfth in a series of...

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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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BOOK BITES: The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact

This Month's Selection The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact Authored by: Chip Heath , Dan Heath The twelfth in a...

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How to Maximize the ROI of Your Nonprofit CRM: 6 Tips

Constituent relationship management (CRM) systems are significant investments for nonprofits. These platforms are of utmost importance: they allow...

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How to Connect with Volunteers Through Google Ad Grants

You’ve completed all the steps to create a successful volunteer program and started recruiting volunteers. However, you’re not connecting with as...

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BETTER IMPACT BOOK BITES: I Said What I Said: An Anthology of Black Women in Nonprofit

This Month's Selection I Said What I Said: An Anthology of Black Women in Nonprofit Authored by: Errika Y. Flood-Moultrie The eleventh in a series of...

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Tis the Season for Thanking Volunteers

‘Tis the season of holidays, gratitude, celebration, and, yes, a bit of stress, too. The last six weeks of the year are always busy times. Whether...

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