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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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Technology Won’t Replace Leaders of Volunteers, but it Can Certainly Help

Picture of Stuart Garland, Learning and Capacity Building Manager, Volunteer Ireland Stuart Garland, Learning and Capacity Building Manager, Volunteer Ireland: Jun 12, 2024 10:00:00 AM

In the dynamic, changing world of volunteer management, the role of a human Leader of Volunteers is, in my mind, irreplaceable. These leaders inspire, guide, and cultivate a sense of community among volunteers. However, in an era marked by rapid...

Technology Volunteer Software
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Embracing Change: Integrating Virtual Volunteering into Your Volunteer Program

Picture of Team Better Impact Team Better Impact: Jun 11, 2024 8:30:00 AM

In today's rapidly evolving landscape, volunteer managers face the challenge of adapting their programs to meet the needs and preferences of...

Volunteer Software Volunteer Management remote volunteering
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Volunteer Burnout

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Hot Take: Volunteer Burnout Burns Out Volunteer Engagement Professionals

Picture of Mackenzie Albrecht - Greater Minnesota Program Manager, MAVA Mackenzie Albrecht - Greater Minnesota Program Manager, MAVA: Jun 7, 2024 8:30:00 AM

We talk a lot about burnout in the nonprofit sector, and burnout is especially common among volunteer engagement professionals. According to a 2017...

Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Management Volunteer Retention Volunteer Burnout
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Celebrating 40 Years of Volunteer Spirit: Balancing Structure and Flexibility in Volunteer Management

Picture of Ruth Leonard - Chair, Association of Volunteer Managers Ruth Leonard - Chair, Association of Volunteer Managers: Jun 5, 2024 9:30:00 AM

Volunteer Management Leadership
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Volunteer Centre Innovation - Screening & Centralization

Picture of Amanda Jensen - Executive Director, Volunteer Lethbridge Amanda Jensen - Executive Director, Volunteer Lethbridge: Jun 3, 2024 10:00:00 AM

Volunteer Centres perform many functions within a community. With respect to how Centres interact with volunteers, while some do volunteer advising,...

Volunteer Management Volunteer Recruitment
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How to thank Volunteers in the Digital Age: 6 Top Ideas

Picture of Team Better Impact Team Better Impact: May 22, 2024 9:00:00 AM

Your nonprofit has a lot on its plate. You have donors to steward, events to plan, and programs to run. Fortunately, your volunteers readily commit...

Recognition Appreciation
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BETTER IMPACT BOOK BITES: 5 Apology Languages

Picture of Nicole R. Smith Nicole R. Smith: May 15, 2024 9:30:00 AM

This Month's Selection 5 Apology Languages, by Gary Chapman and Jennifer Thomas The fifteenth in a series of Better Impact Book Bites A taste of...

Book bites Leadership
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Bridging the Digital Gap: Volunteers Connecting Communities

Picture of Rob Jackson Rob Jackson: May 1, 2024 9:08:00 AM

In this article, I will briefly explore the transformative power of volunteerism in addressing digital exclusion. In volunteer engagement, we often...

Volunteer Engagement Technology Professional Development
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The 5-Minute Mini – Coaching Colleagues

Picture of Beth Steinhorn, President, VQ Volunteer Strategies Beth Steinhorn, President, VQ Volunteer Strategies: Apr 24, 2024 9:15:00 AM

“How can I help my colleagues feel more comfortable providing feedback to volunteers?”

Volunteer Engagement Leadership Training & Onboarding
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BETTER IMPACT BOOK BITES: I Will Teach You To Be Rich, by Ramit Sethi

Picture of Nicole R. Smith Nicole R. Smith: Apr 17, 2024 9:00:00 AM

This Month's Selection I Will Teach You To Be Rich, by Ramit Sethi The fourteenth in a series of Better Impact Book Bites A taste of great books...

Book bites Financial Literacy
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