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4 Steps to Volunteer Vetting/Onboarding

We recognize the tremendous value that volunteers bring to our organizations. They can contribute in many capacities including working events, fundraising, advocacy, program and service delivery, and board leadership.

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Legal Compliance & Ethics

Why Volunteer Management Isn't the Same as Employee Management

Traditional HR practices often create unnecessary barriers in volunteer management, making it harder for nonprofits to attract and retain volunteers. Unlike employees, volunteers are mission-driven individuals who expect a streamlined, inclusive onboarding process.

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Volunteer Management & Engagement

The Power of Volunteering in Senior Living Communities

Volunteering in senior living communities fosters a sense of purpose, connection, and enrichment for residents, family members, and external volunteers. By embracing a culture of volunteerism, these communities can enhance well-being, strengthen intergenerational relationships, and even serve as a pipeline for future senior care professionals.

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Fundraising Insights & Strategies

The Value of Corporate Volunteering

Corporate volunteering is a strategic opportunity for nonprofits and businesses to build mutually beneficial partnerships that drive social impact. By aligning volunteer programs with corporate social responsibility goals, nonprofits can attract dedicated corporate partners, enhance employee engagement, and create long-term revenue opportunities.

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Legal Compliance & Ethics

How to Handle Bad Volunteers: Detecting & Redirecting

Managing difficult volunteers is essential to protecting your nonprofit’s mission and maintaining a positive volunteer culture. This article explores how to identify and handle both bad actors—who pose a risk to your organization—and poor fit volunteers, who may struggle due to skill gaps or misalignment with your mission.

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Volunteer Management & Engagement

‍Understanding the Difference Between Volunteer Orientation and Training

Many organizations mistakenly treat orientation and training as the same, but understanding the difference can significantly enhance your volunteer program. Discover how separating these two crucial steps can transform your volunteer experience into a more powerful and engaging one.

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Volunteer Management & Engagement

Volunteer Email Communications: How to Engage Volunteers Effectively

Effective email communication is a powerful tool for strengthening volunteer management and engagement. Learn how to craft personalized messages, automate key touchpoints, and strike the right balance to support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing relationships.

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VolunteerMatters blog

4 Steps to Volunteer Vetting/Onboarding

Why Volunteer Management Isn't the Same as Employee Management

The Power of Volunteering in Senior Living Communities

The Value of Corporate Volunteering

How to Handle Bad Volunteers: Detecting & Redirecting

‍Understanding the Difference Between Volunteer Orientation and Training

Volunteer Email Communications: How to Engage Volunteers Effectively

Let your volunteer coordinators do their best work.