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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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Volunteer Management Best Practices

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Showing the Money: Using Volunteer Grants to Communicate Impact

Volunteers are often the unsung backbone of nonprofit operations, doing essential work behind the scenes. But how do you bring that value to the...

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The dreaded “L Word” – managing liability in a volunteer-based organization

Does this sound familiar? Someone in your organization has an idea for a great new program – something that can enhance the mission and meet a real...

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Book Bites November 2025: Leadership and Self-Deception: The Secret to Transforming Relationships and Unleashing Results

This Month's Selection: Leadership and Self-Deception: The Secret to Transforming Relationships and Unleashing Results By The Arbinger Institute The...

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The title of the post: “Church Volunteer Management Strategies to Fuel Your Ministry.”

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Church Volunteer Management Strategies to Fuel Your Ministry

Your church’s volunteers provide critical support for its ministry, which congregants are increasingly realizing as they seek ways to deepen their...

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Volunteer Retention: How to Foster Long-Term Loyalty

It’s no secret that volunteers provide immense value to your organization through their contributions of time and talent. In fact, the average...

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Yes, You Can: Build the Case for Strategic Volunteer Support

You know that sinking feeling when another volunteering initiative gets shelved because "it's not a strategic priority"? Or when your board questions...

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Book Bites October 2025: Crucial Accountability: Tools for Resolving Violated Expectations, Broken Commitments and Bad Behavior

This Month's Selection: Crucial Accountability: Tools for Resolving Violated Expectations, Broken Commitments and Bad Behavior By Kerry Patterson,...

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The Volunteer Engagement Leader’s Playbook: Building Influence, Credibility, and Impact

Engaging volunteers is one of the most powerful strategies nonprofits can leverage to advance their missions. Yet too often, volunteer involvement is...

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Managers collaborating in a bright office space

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Managing Pro Bono Volunteers

There comes a time in every program when you need volunteers who can do more than hand out food hampers or lead school groups through a museum. You...

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Be BOLD. Make Change: Why International Volunteer Managers Day 2025 is Your Moment to Step Up

On November 5th, 2025 Volunteer Engagement Professionals across the globe will be marking International Volunteer Managers Day (IVMDay). And this...

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