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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 Retention

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When No is the Right Answer: Declining a Volunteer

Picture of Beth Steinhorn, President, VQ Volunteer Strategies Beth Steinhorn, President, VQ Volunteer Strategies: Jul 24, 2024 8:05:00 AM

One of the most frequent questions we hear from leaders of volunteers is how to decline a volunteer professionally and with kindness and we are...

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Exiting Volunteers The Right Way

Picture of Margaret McLachlan - Communications Manager, Volunteering New Zealand Margaret McLachlan - Communications Manager, Volunteering New Zealand: Jul 3, 2024 9:27:00 AM

Volunteering New Zealand is the New Zealand peak body for volunteers and volunteering. With a wide-ranging membership of national organisations, it...

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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...

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BETTER IMPACT BOOK BITES: The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace

Picture of Nicole R. Smith Nicole R. Smith: Feb 21, 2024 9:00:00 AM

This Month's Selection The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace: Empowering Organizations by Encouraging People, by Gary Chapman and Paul...

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Unlocking Volunteer Superpowers: A quick guide to a transformative volunteer engagement strategy

Picture of Rob Jackson 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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