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How to Build a Truly Inclusive Nonprofit Volunteer Program

NonProfit Quarterly

Such logic often applies to nonprofit recruitment of volunteers. That is, nonprofits tend to draw in a particular slice of the community. If that slice is elderly, White, male, and English-speaking, we ought not to be surprised when a young Latina immigrant opts not to participate. It takes real work to make it happen.

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Breaking Down Onboarding: What Every Manager Needs to Know

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

Start by creating a comprehensive plan that covers all essential aspects, such as introducing company culture, policies, procedures, goals, expectations, and team dynamics. Ensure that training sessions focus not only on technical aspects but also on cultural acclimation. Agile organizations consider it an ongoing process.

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What Is Volunteerism? A Guide to the History & Benefits

Bloomerang

One example is the Rotary Club, which was formed as a place for people of different backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs to come together and exchange valuable ideas, create friendships, and make a change. Volunteering after a crisis can help bring the community together and lend a helping hand to those who need it most. Boost donations.

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5 Essential Benefits of Employee Training for Nonprofits

Top Nonprofits

According to 360MatchPro’s employee engagement strategies , offering professional development opportunities is an impactful way to improve internal communications, productivity, and performance at your organization. Creating a mentorship program is an excellent way to cultivate a sense of community at your nonprofit.

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Taking Steps Toward Disability Inclusion in China

Stanford Social Innovation Review

In 2021, for example, the technology company Tencent, which supports nonprofits in various fields as part of its CSR practice, collaborated with D-Lab to recruit a small team of data annotators with physical disabilities. Changing prevailing cultural narratives is challenging but necessary, and people like Meihao Pan are leading the way.

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Why Settle for Cookie-Cutter People and Culture Practices?

Stanford Social Innovation Review

By Phil Buchanan , Alyse d’Amico & Leaha Wynn Organizational performance depends on thoughtful policies and practices with respect to employees and culture. Often, culture is simply neglected. Leaha joined eight years ago and helped dramatically advance our approach to recruiting and to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

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Governing Greatness: 10 Must-Read Books for Nonprofit Board Members

Nonprofit Megaphone

Recruiting the right board members: The board should be diverse, with members who bring different skills and perspectives. Creating an effective board culture: To be successful, the board must have a culture of transparency, trust, and collaboration. The section on fundraising planning is also incredibly useful.