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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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Building a Compliant and Compassionate Volunteer Program in Hospice Care

Hospice care stands apart from other healthcare sectors because of the unique blend of clinical and emotional support provided to patients and families. Volunteers play a critical role in offering companionship, respite, and empathy to those in...

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Building the Case to Fund Volunteer Engagement

Today, I heard from a past client excitedly telling me that a donor is interested in supporting the organization in securing volunteer management...

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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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Book Bites December 2024: Traction

Why This Book: During my job search, many postings listed “has an entrepreneurial spirit” as a skill. Funny enough, when out at dinner with a group...

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Retention Begins at Recruitment

Volunteer Engagement focuses a lot on terms like recruitment, onboarding, orientation but how much do we focus on our welcome, on our cultivation of...

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Reflections on volunteering at AVM

With 2024 drawing to a close, it feels like an opportune time to reflect and take stock, yet it doesn’t easily happen. Life quickly gets in the way...

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Recharge and Review Your Volunteer Program for the Year Ahead

As the winter months settle in and activities slow down, transitioning into preparation for the year ahead, it may be the ideal time for those...

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BETTER IMPACT BOOK BITES: Extreme Trust: Honesty as a Competitive Advantage

This Month's Selection: Extreme Trust: Honesty as a Competitive Advantage, by Don Peppers and Martha Rogers, Ph.D. The twentieth in a series of...

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Four productivity tips for Volunteer Engagement Professionals

Being a Volunteer Engagement Professional can be demanding. We are constantly balancing the needs of our volunteers, our colleagues, our bosses, our...

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Recognising the Vital Role of Volunteer Managers

As we approach International Volunteer Manager’s Day on November 5, it’s essential to highlight the crucial role volunteer managers play in guiding...

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