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What Is Volunteerism? A Guide to the History & Benefits

Bloomerang

This is why volunteerism has played such a major role throughout history. In this guide, we’ll take a broad look at volunteerism to explore its history and benefits. Then, we’ll review how your organization can promote volunteerism in your community and manage volunteers effectively. Let’s take a closer look at this phenomenon!

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Gen Z Donors Giving In Their Own Way, New Data Shows

The NonProfit Times

The estimated 70 million Americans who belong to Generation Z show a promising commitment to the values of giving and generosity. However, lack of understanding of what motivates their generosity is causing fundraisers to leave opportunities for further engagement with them on the table.

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What Would a Gift Economy Approach to Running a Nonprofit Look Like?

NonProfit Quarterly

Fortunately, an approach that is resonant with nonprofit purpose and values already exists, even if it is overlooked. The drive for efficiency can undermine values and relationships. Viewing Volunteerism through a Gift Economy Lens So, if the business mindset fails nonprofits when engaging volunteers, what is the alternative?

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How Nonprofits Can Use Behavioral Science to Engage Supporters on Social Media

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Michelle Chen is an independent scholar with a PhD in mass communications with a focus on advocacy, activism and social change. And that is not necessarily a bad thing because of social media’s ability to increase reach and participation beyond a nonprofit’s loyal support base. Appeal to intrinsic and extrinsic motivations.

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5 Ways to Level Up Your Volunteer Program

Fundraising Coach

For example, volunteer management software can close communication gaps around activities like scheduling and training, resulting in a smoother experience. For example, giving volunteers the skills they need to participate in the activities they signed up for can be enough to cultivate high volunteer engagement. .

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The Millennial Impact Report: Q&A with Derrick Feldmann

Nonprofit Marketing Blog

Read our Q&A with Derrick below: Network for Good: How can organizations use your research to activate their Millennial donors and volunteers? Derrick Feldman: One of the most beneficial uses of this research is that it offers an intimate look at how Millennial employees engage in cause-related activities, especially in the workplace.

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Good news about Millennials and Fundraising

Fundraising Coach

While the newest generation still represents the least active donor segment overall, that group representing the 55% of Millennials that are giving already likely contains some highly passionate thought leaders. Statistics show that, among Millennials, volunteerism and giving have a strong positive correlation.