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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...
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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...
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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...
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Karen Knight: Apr 10, 2024 9:14:00 AM
Leaders often find themselves faced with the challenge of motivating volunteers to take on unpopular tasks. As you know, every task plays a crucial...
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Laurie Gillman, DOVIA Colorado Board Member: Apr 3, 2024 11:14:00 AM
I used to mail a card to my volunteers with a handwritten message inside. The outer design was drawn by one of my coworkers and featured several...
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Adam Janes, Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada: Mar 27, 2024 8:30:00 AM
I recently watched the 1990’s classic action sci-fi film, ‘The Matrix’, again after many years. I was always fascinated with Keanu Reeves’ character...
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Team Better Impact: Feb 28, 2024 9:00:00 AM
People in the United States spend an average of 52 hours per year volunteering. Their reasons for giving their time vary, with research suggesting...
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Rob Jackson: Feb 7, 2024 8:00:00 AM
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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Karen Knight: Jan 10, 2024 9:00:00 AM
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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Brandi Zoskey, Better Impact (Canada Office): Dec 6, 2023 9:00:00 AM
Introduction In today's rapidly evolving world, volunteer engagement has become more critical than ever. Nonprofits and organizations rely on...
