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Volunteer Manager

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Winning Board Support for Your Volunteer Program

Karen Knight: Jul 9, 2025 9:00:00 AM

When leading a volunteer program, one of the most important tasks is presenting key information to the organization's Board of Directors. These...

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Volunteer Management Training: An Overview & Top Resources

Timothy Sarazen: Mar 14, 2025 2:13:52 PM

If your nonprofit relies on volunteers to further its mission, engaging them effectively should be a top priority. However, you may be wondering...

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Recognising the Vital Role of Volunteer Managers

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Margaret McLachlan - Communications Manager, Volunteering New Zealand: Oct 30, 2024 9:00:00 AM

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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A Vision For Volunteers

Karen Knight: Oct 9, 2024 9:30:00 AM

“We have lost our ‘To what end?’ Yes, we are trying to solve this problem, but what comes after we solve the problem? And unless you define what...

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Advocating for the Volunteer Manager Role

Sammy Feilchenfeld, CVA: Aug 14, 2024 9:00:00 AM

Volunteer managers are essential parts of organizations' efforts to make a difference. How can people in this role advocate for themselves and their...

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