Across Aotearoa, communities are organising, trapping, and restoring the places they call home. With support from the Predator Free New Zealand Trust and the Simplicity Foundation, backyard groups are rolling out new traps and gear. They are people who know that by working together they can make a lasting difference for nature. Groups funded by … Continue reading The backyard revolution continues The post The backyard revolution continues appeared first on Predator Free NZ Trust.| Predator Free NZ Trust
The post Hot October Days Didn’t Stop Volunteers from Building 1.7-Miles of NEW Trail in Washington County appeared first on Ice Age Trail Alliance.| Ice Age Trail Alliance
In just five days, 87 volunteers donated 3,138 service hours to radically improve the hiker experience along the Straight River Segment in Polk County.| Ice Age Trail Alliance
Francine—the Internet-famous "Lowe’s cat" that has lived for eight years at a store in Richmond, Virginia—has endured quite an ordeal over the past few weeks. After going missing in mid-September, the unofficial mascot went viral as volunteers began their exhaustive quest to bring her home. Luckily, the story has a happy ending, but getting to that point was a legitimate roller-coaster ride. Let’s start at the beginning. According to the Lowe’s corporate site, a cat wandered into th...| GOOD
Employee volunteerism is a core piece of any corporate philanthropy program. According to Uncommon Giving, companies that engage their employees in corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives can increase employee acquisition,..... The post 5 Easy Ways to Inspire Your Employees to Volunteer appeared first on re: charity.| re: charity
As Elizabeth Merritt outlines in this year’s edition of TrendsWatch, volunteering in the United States is in a funk. Participation rates have slumped for decades, and the COVID-19 pandemic brought even sharper declines. Whether you blame delayed retirements, busier schedules, or growing wealth inequality, the numbers paint a gloomy picture for the future of a […]| American Alliance of Museums
Who said gathering fundraising ideas for nonprofit organizations has to be overwhelming? There are plenty of lists out there with tons of fundraising event ideas. This list is your most […] The post 50 Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofit Organizations: Easy Planning Guide first appeared on Virtuous Software.| Virtuous Software
Virtuous and Verified First now work together to simplify background checks. Welcome staff and volunteers faster, stay compliant, and keep your mission moving without missing a beat. The post Virtuous and Verified First Unite to Help Nonprofits Onboard People Faster and Keep Communities Safe first appeared on Virtuous Software.| Virtuous Software
Discover how Virtuous empowers faith-based nonprofits to overcome donor retention challenges and deepen donor relationships through personalized engagement. The post Can Your CRM Do This? How Virtuous Helps Faith-Based Nonprofits Build Lasting Donor Relationships first appeared on Virtuous Software.| Virtuous Software
Use these 90-Day Volunteer Check-In and Annual Volunteer Survey templates to evaluate your ministry with volunteer feedback.| Ministry Spark
Find out why volunteering is essential to the Sydney Marathon and why we love the new volunteer t-shirt.| TCS Sydney Marathon
The TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS, in collaboration with the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) unveiled its new-look volunteer uniforms, in a tribute to the enduring legacy of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.| TCS Sydney Marathon
In August, the Ohio River Way and the Ohio River Valley Sanitation Commission (ORSANCO) sponsored “river sweep” events on four Ohio River islands in the Louisville area. Eighteen Mile Island, Twelve Mile Island, Six Mile Island and Sand Island. These river cleanups are an essential part of the effort to protect the water quality of the Ohio River. The Ohio River provides clean and safe drinking water and recreation opportunities for millions of people in the region. | fallsoftheohio.org
To grow your organization, you need to focus on attracting and retaining constituents from every generation. Many organizations overlook younger audiences, but these groups are growing in both size and financial resources, making them valuable assets to nonprofit organizations. Millennials are expected to benefit the most from the impending great wealth transfer, and donors typically establish giving… The post Attracting and Retaining Millennials as Donors and Volunteers appeared first on...| GiveSmart
Albany, GA | September 16, 2025 – Phoebe employees rolled up their sleeves and joined volunteers across the country for Sleep in Heavenly Peace’s (SHP) 7th annual Bunks Across America … Continue reading "500 Beds and Counting: Phoebe Supports Sleep in Heavenly Peace to Give Local Kids a Place to Dream"| Phoebe Putney Health System
Did you know that most of nima’s activities are undertaken by people working on a purely voluntary basis?| nima
Volunteers keep the wheels of your nonprofit thrift store turning. They sort donations, man the registers, organize shelves, and foster positive connections with customers. Still, managing volunteers can be challenging, from coordinating schedules to providing clear communication to showing appreciation for their efforts. Even if you have perfect volunteers and a stellar program, retention and [...] The post 5 Volunteer Staffing Challenges in Nonprofit Thrift Stores appeared first on Top Nonp...| Top Nonprofits by Nexus Marketing
Debunk common Volunteer Time Off (VTO) myths and discover how VTO programs boost employee engagement, productivity, and community impact.| Top Nonprofits by Nexus Marketing
Fall is approaching, and many community associations are planning annual meetings and fiscal budgets. On average, community association residents connect three to four times per year with their community’s governing board, according to the Homeowner Satisfaction Survey conducted by the Foundation for Community Association Research. One of those bonding events is the community’s annual meeting. Annual meetings […]| CAI Advocacy Blog
Do you have a great idea that you think would benefit the Moebius community? Apply for our Community Empowerment Grant! This annual grant opportunity is designed to support people in […]| Moebius Syndrome Foundation
A great book fair takes planning, energy, and a lot of helping hands. Volunteers keep things running, from setting up tables to running the register and helping kids find their next favorite read. That’s why a clear, organized book fair volunteer sign up sheet is a must. It saves time, prevents confusion, and makes sure every shift is covered. The post Book Fair Volunteer Sign Up Sheet (Free Template!) appeared first on Cheddar Up.| Cheddar Up
Welcome back to school! That means it’s time to organize, plan, and rally your community. Whether you're running a PTA or managing a classroom, Cheddar Up has everything you need to kick off the year with less stress and way more style. The post Welcome Back to School: Your Organizer Toolkit appeared first on Cheddar Up.| Cheddar Up
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Cheddar Up transformed the Junior Auxiliary of Tangipahoa’s fundraising by streamlining payments, simplifying financial management, and helping them focus on community service. The post Junior Auxiliary: Empowering Women, Supporting Community appeared first on Cheddar Up.| Cheddar Up
Native bird numbers are up 32% in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) eastern bays — thanks to thousands of locals bringing back the birdsong.| Predator Free NZ Trust
Securing the next generation’s support is essential to continue your nonprofit’s work. Learn how to organize service projects that inspire young volunteers.| Top Nonprofits by Nexus Marketing
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Three local Venturer Scouts were among those recognised at Government House for the King's Scout Award.| Northern Beaches Advocate
You won’t find a supermarket or even a dairy in the tiny town of Minginui. But you will find a backyard trapping community.| Predator Free NZ Trust
We are a nonprofit organization, and have an on-site library staffed by volunteers. We want to invite youth/minors to volunteer for these roles as well. What do we need to consider to use volunteers for these roles? What documentation should we provide or have them sign?| CalChamber Alert
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15 volunteers and 2 U.S. Forest Service partners donated 300 hours to enhancing a 15-mile stretch of the Ice Age Trail in Taylor County.| Ice Age Trail Alliance
Nestled on the grounds of the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum is an area where you can hear the hum of power tools and the witty banter of a very special group of volunteers. This is Heritage Boatworks, a truly unique, volunteer-based program dedicated to preserving the traditional art of wooden boatbuilding. A part [...]| St Augustine Light House
For years, the Trailblazer community has been asking for a more robust volunteer management solution native to the Salesforce Platform and Nonprofit Cloud, and Salesforce has answered that call. Volunteer Management for Nonprofit Cloud is finally here - and it’s a big deal.| Cloud for Good
Since 2013, Blue Star Families members have enjoyed the excitement of NASCAR events across the country — thanks to generous community partners who shared access to tickets. But until now,…| Blue Star Families
Not investing in volunteers costs nonprofits resources and capacity. But nonprofit staff, organizations, and foundations can change that.| Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
When travellers sign up for Workaway in North Canterbury, they don’t expect to be plucking possum fur or wrestling with the ethics of killing hedgehogs.| Predator Free NZ Trust
98 volunteers contributed 2,858 service hours to build tread, a short boardwalk, and a Dispersed Camping Area (DCA) in Langlade County.| Ice Age Trail Alliance
We are looking for committed volunteers to play a key part in realising the UK's premier annual festival of Arab arts and culture.| Liverpool Arab Arts Festival
As Together Women Rise commemorates our 20th anniversary and looks ahead to the next 20 years, we want to ensure a top-rate Volunteer Program that meets the needs of Rise now and into the future, particularly as we expand our chapter and member numbers. We also want to ensure that every volunteer has a rewarding, […] The post We Are Growing Our Volunteer Program! first appeared on Together Women Rise. The post We Are Growing Our Volunteer Program! appeared first on Together Women Rise.| Together Women Rise
As we approach the close of 2024, we prepare to bid a bittersweet farewell to Food For Free’s Healthy Eats home delivery program. For over 22 years, Healthy Eats has been a cornerstone of our work, providing fresh, nutritious food directly to the doors of some of our most vulnerable neighbors in Cambridge. The decision […] The post Honoring a Legacy: A Farewell to Healthy Eats Home Delivery appeared first on FoodForFree.org.| FoodForFree.org
Volunteer Spotlight – David Shackelton Although Memorial Day has passed, we are still reflecting on the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country and also those who continue to serve in meaningful ways—long after their uniforms are folded away. At MiraSol Health, we are proud to spotlight David Shackelton, a veteran and dedicated volunteer whose life is a powerful testament to service, perseverance, and compassion. David served in the U.S. Military from 1976 to 19...| Hospice Care of the LowCountry
A blog post by disabled access charity Euan's Guide on their ambassadors and volunteers for Volunteers' Week 2025| www.euansguide.com
Volunteer reviewers for EuansGuide.comWe're often told that just one review can give someone the confidence to visit somewhere new, and this means that every single one of our volunteer reviewers is making a positive difference to someone else. We also learned in our latest Access Survey that 91% of disabled people look for disabled access information before visiting a new place. If you haven't yet shared your experiences of disabled access, we're asking you to take the next step and write y...| www.euansguide.com RSS Feed
Summer seems to finally be on its way and we're delighted to kick off the season at The Big Event in Birmingham on Friday 17 and Saturday 18 May!We're proud to have been working with Motability Operations - the organisation behind The Big Event - on our Access Survey for the past three years. The Euan's Guide Access Survey has been supported by Motability Operations since 2021 and they've helped us reach thousands more people than ever before, maintaining the Access Survey as the largest of ...| www.euansguide.com RSS Feed
When we heard Euan's Guide Ambassador Tina had been to ABBA Voyage, we had to invite her to write a blog post for us given how brilliant the disabled access reviews on Euan's Guide are. We're happy to say Tina was delighted to contribute.Believe the hype, everything about ABBA Voyage is sensational. When ABBA first announced they would be performing on stage as digital avatars I was so excited. However, I was also apprehensive about access, as I have not been to a stadium concert since acquir...| www.euansguide.com RSS Feed
Those names and faces belong to our friends and neighbors. Because, on the front line of hunger relief, we have learned that the reason people require help is as varied as the people we serve. The post Celebrating Our Family of Volunteers appeared first on Food Share of Ventura County.| Food Share of Ventura County
Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month! April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we want to celebrate our incredible volunteers! From packing food in our warehouse to reclaiming produce to office support to serving participants at one of our Fare for All Sites, volunteers are always at the heart of our work at The Food Group. We are […]| The Food Group
“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” — Aesop April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, and this year, we’re shining a bright spotlight on the incredible individuals who give their time,| Central Arkansas Library System
As a member of the Webinar Program Committee, I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of generating ideas and turning them into rich and diverse learning opportunities for our global WTR community. The post An Invitation to Join the WTR Webinar Committee! first appeared on Work That Reconnects Network.| Work That Reconnects Network
By Enedelsy Escobar-King, member of the Rotary Club of Panamá Norte and of the Basic Education and Literacy Rotary Action Group A Future Teacher helps a child use the technology tools provided in …| Service in Action
Happy National Volunteer Week 2024! Celebrate your volunteers this and every week by ensuring your member volunteers feel the love.| NimbleAMS.com
CAI legislative action committees monitor state legislation, educate lawmakers, and protect the interests of those living and working in community associations. Each volunteer committee is comprised of homeowner leaders, community managers, and representatives from community association business partners. With all 50 states in session in 2025, CAI LACs host advocacy and fly-in days with state legislators […]| CAI Advocacy Blog
Our new campaign in London mobilises donations of laptops, cash and volunteer skills, so that unused laptops can be used by students and people in need. The post New London laptop campaign and crowdfunder appeared first on The Restart Project.| The Restart Project Blog
Discover 18 ideas for thanking volunteers, ensuring they feel valued. Thanking volunteers is vital for fostering long-term commitment.| Get Fully Funded
Nonprofit event planners often face a recurring challenge: after investing time and energy into recruiting volunteers, many don’t return. This can leave teams scrambling to fill roles or manage tasks with fewer hands, making it harder to deliver a successful event. The disconnect often lies in how volunteers are welcomed, prepared, and supported throughout the […] Read this article online here After Recruitment: Training & Retaining Event Volunteers. More articles by wpengine.| Fundraising Ideas, Resources, and Letters
218 volunteers donated 2,508 service hours to restoring more than 11 acres of oak woodlands, savanna, and prairie!| Ice Age Trail Alliance
Thanks to a group of area Scouts, hikers will once again know where they are on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.| Ice Age Trail Alliance
As a nonprofit professional, you’re likely all too familiar with overhead costs. Many organizations struggle with how to cover these expenses, how much to allocate to overhead, and how to| Greater Giving Blog
The Canadian Museum of Nature is one of 80 institutions worldwide digitizing their biodiversity literature and making it freely available as part of the Biodiversity Heritage Library. Already, the museum has contributed more than 600 books and 65,000 pages to this global biodiversity community. Find out how we do this…| Canadian Museum of Nature
Food For Free's 2024 Party Under The Harvest Moon raised $140,000 to support food security in Greater Boston and featured a community partner award for Harvard.| FoodForFree.org
Corporate volunteer programs are more than just opportunities for employees to give back. They’re powerful tools for inspiring community involvement and fostering a sense of purpose within organizations. When companies invest in volunteer initiatives, they create an avenue for employees to make a difference while strengthening the company’s ties to the community. From skills-based projects […] Read this article online here Corporate Volunteer Programs: Inspiring Community Efforts. More ...| Fundraising Ideas, Resources, and Letters
October, for the Positively Different Short Film Festival, marks the month when our volunteers and team members come together for a 2-day training on intersectionality, accessibility and details on the selection process. After a warm-up getting to know each other, the team introduced the concept of intersectionality, which has been at the festival’s epicentre since its inception. PDSFF focuses on the multiple facets of oppression and aspires to promote creative works, cultural networks an...| Inter Alia
Beyond their ability to double as playground equipment, familiar teenagers can ease separation anxiety for young children...| Children's Ministry
Visitors descend on the Freud Museum like pilgrims – from Hamburg to Tel Aviv to Brazil – wanting to pay respects to the ‘father of psychoanalysis’ whose work was so influential across the globe.| Freud Museum London
128 dedicated volunteers generously donated 4,500 service hours to build more than one mile of new tread on the Blue Hills Segment.| Ice Age Trail Alliance
122 dedicated volunteers generously donated 2,687 service hours to build 4,800 feet of tread on the Greenbush Segment.| Ice Age Trail Alliance
Simplify staff availability and scheduling with an integrated calendar system. Keep track of volunteer availability and assign jobs efficiently.| Teamup Blog
The New York Supreme Court for Dutchess County has ruled that a fire department that requests aid from a neighboring community is responsible to compensate that assisting department for damage that occurs to their apparatus, even though the apparatus has been released from the incident, and even though the damage was solely the result of negligence by its driver.| Fire Law Blog
Marketing corporate volunteerism is essential for nonprofits and schools looking to engage their audiences through volunteer opportunities. Find out how here!| Fundraising Ideas, Resources, and Letters
Back in February, we ran a feature on volunteers at beef shows, written by our field editor, Melissa Jeffers-Bezan (“Beef shows work to rebuild volunteer| Canadian Cattlemen
Optimize your nonprofit's volunteer scheduling with Teamup. Discover how Nashville Therapy Pets found success and eliminated frustration.| Teamup Blog
The Langlade County Maintenance Sweep saw 44 volunteers who donated 1,143 service hours, plus received assistance from 6 WisCorps members.| Ice Age Trail Alliance
Volunteers are key to the success of your product fundraiser. Learn tips for how your organization can successfully recruit product fundraiser volunteers.| Top Nonprofits by Nexus Marketing
People’s mental health and wellbeing has been a key topic for research and discussion for some years, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has made To-mark-World-Wellbeing-Week,-we-take-a-look-at-the-role-museums- can-play-in-helping-to boost-the-mental-health-of-visitors,-volunteers-and-staff.| Corinium Museum
Pollinators got a boost thanks to 51 volunteers who donated 191 service hours to pick 35 pounds of native lupine seed.| Ice Age Trail Alliance
Each year, from October through April when the weather is most suitable for young trees to go into the ground, the Sacramento Tree Foundation hosts numerous volunteer tree planting events throughout the region. Thanks to the commitment and enthusiasm of our dedicated volunteers and supporters, we wrapped up another tree-mendous planting season!| Sacramento Tree Foundation
Volunteer retention can power your nonprofit and keep your mission moving forward. Learn how to build long-lasting relationships with your volunteers.| Top Nonprofits by Nexus Marketing
Nonprofits should understand how federal and state laws define the term “volunteer,” so unpaid are not inadvertently classified as employees under the law.| Charity Lawyer Blog
Not sure how to mobilize supporters to advocate for your nonprofit’s cause? Learn how to create an effective grassroots advocacy campaign plan in this guide.| Top Nonprofits by Nexus Marketing
Washington, DC: CSI National Office, a set by Scientology Media on Flickr. I was fortunate enough to be present a the grand opening of the new Church of Scientology National Office in the Fraser Mansion in the Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, DC. The grand opening was special to me on a number of levels. … More Church of Scientology National Office in Washington, D.C.| Scientology Organizations Around the World
Volunteer feedback is essential for nonprofits. But what’s the best way to ask and how should you incorporate it into your strategies? Get your answers here!| re: charity
We are conducting our first open recruitment for Board Members to join our Board of Directors. We are recruiting for 3 – 4 new board members to join our growing board. We have ambitious plans to grow the organisation throughout Scotland and increase the number of children and young people that have access to our […]| Super Power Agency
Did you know that over 60% of all ebooks offered on Amazon today are self-published? This equates to almost 4 million titles, (and we thought you were doing well by publishing 27 books to date – sheesh!). While Amazon is now a household name, what’s less well know is how it supports would be authors, especially […]| Super Power Agency
Where were you on the 25th May 2022? Some of us were lucky enough to be in the Pleasance Theatre Edinburgh for the Young Writers, Young Voices event. Truly a night to remember!| Super Power Agency
Appreciating your fundraising volunteers is the first step your nonprofit can take to retain them. Get inspired with these nine recognition strategies.| Fundraising Ideas, Resources, and Letters
POINT offers fantastic tools for companies and nonprofits looking to grow their philanthropy and volunteering. Learn more about POINT here.| Fundraising Ideas, Resources, and Letters
