Selfish Giving

AUGUST 18, 2020

Teams of 12 to 15 partner with government, business, and civic leaders to address high–priority issues such as education, health, disaster preparedness, and economic development. Time Some might say that pro bono volunteerism is a cornerstone of communities around the globe.

Volunteerism 147

Volunteerism Volunteerism Production Technology 147

Anedot

APRIL 24, 2025

We work with about 18,000 volunteers each year to plant trees and native landscapes, organize litter cleanups, turn vacant lots into pocket parks, restore habitat, and educate and employ youth. KIB helps people and nature thrive most effectively when we reflect the diversity of perspectives, voices, and abilities found throughout the city.

Public and Nonprofit Management 52

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Insurance Volunteerism 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 8, 2017

Health and safety: 8%. Education: 7.4%. Health and safety: 11.1%. Education: 8.8%. Health and safety: 7.9%. Education: 7.8%. Human and civil rights: 11.7%. Children and youth: 10.7%. Human services: 9.6%. Animals: 9.2%. Environment: 8.8%. Women and girls: 8.5%. Arts and culture: 6.8%.

Public Policy 94

Public Policy Volunteerism Volunteerism Children 94

The Agitator

APRIL 25, 2017

Among the values Gardner instilled in both of us was the value of volunteerism and the importance of respect and proper management and accountability for each volunteer who worked at Common Cause. Tom and I began working together 46 years ago at Common Cause , founded by the remarkable, accomplished and extraordinarily prescient John Gardner.

Volunteerism 61

Volunteerism Volunteerism Health Education 61

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

The report also explores the impact of gender, generation, and ideology upon giving and volunteerism. 17) Asian donors give most often to children and youth (18%), Education (18%), and women and girls (12%) which reflects a sense of social responsibility to provide services to their poorest citizens.

Public and Social Policy 104

Public and Social Policy Volunteerism Volunteerism Participation and motivation 104

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 21, 2019

Religious organizations (-3.9%) and educational organizations (-3.7%) experienced the largest drop in giving ( Giving USA Report ). Their top five causes are health and wellness (13%), children and youth (12%), human and social services (10%), animals and wildlife (9%), and faith and spirituality (9%) ( Global Trends in Giving Report ).

Fundraising 111

Fundraising Fundraising Homelessness Philanthropy 111

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

These donors are most likely to support the causes of children and youth (15%) , health and wellness (11%) , and animals and wildlife (11%). 9) Religious donors are more likely to give to charitable organizations that provide basic needs and support the causes of children and youth, health and wellness, and hunger and homelessness.

Charitable Organizations 106

Charitable Organizations Technology Volunteerism Volunteerism 106

Top Nonprofits

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Whether through donations, volunteerism, or cause-related marketing, these companies are making a difference—and there’s a lot that businesses and nonprofits alike can learn from their efforts. Through financial donations and employee volunteerism, Home Depot helps build homes for families in need.

Volunteerism 52

Volunteerism Volunteerism Disaster Relief Food 52

Anedot

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Establish and maintain community partnerships in the areas of; employment, volunteerism, social engagement, education, vocational training, or any other areas of interest to the individuals served or that would enhance BI services. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION : Master’s Degree in Business or related field required.

Public and Social Policy 52

Public and Social Policy Insurance Volunteerism Volunteerism 52

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

At the same time, within this austerity framework, nonprofits increasingly fill holes in sectors ranging from education to healthcare to journalism to social services that we depend on the most and that have been receiving less and less government support. There’s also the kind of “emotional labor” involved in courting individual donors. “In

Public and Social Policy 124

Public and Social Policy Law Governance Nonprofits 124

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 31, 2018

The top three causes are medical expenses (54%), disaster relief (12%), and education costs (12%). 103 donors whose top 5 causes are children and youth (23%), hunger and homelessness (15%), women and girls (12%), health and wellness (11%), and education (8%). 63% donate to crowdfunding campaigns that benefit individuals.

Disaster Relief 79

Disaster Relief Medical Technology Volunteerism 79

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

It’s good for their health. Ask them how they chose your organization and became passionate about education, food insecurity, or whatever area your organization works in. Doughnuts and bagels can be a nice mid-morning treat, along with a fruit tray for health-conscious volunteers. Tell them thank you every time you can.

Food 119

Food Recruitment Volunteerism Volunteerism 119

Nonprofit Marketing Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2011

While the majority of consumers believe that companies have the power and duty to support several issue areas (from education to the environment to health to human rights and to hunger), economic development is the most popular. Philanthropy and volunteerism, especially at the local community level, remain CR priorities.

Volunteerism 49

Volunteerism Volunteerism Environmental Poverty 49

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

The top three causes are medical expenses (31%), education costs (18%), and veterinary expenses (17%). 723 donors whose top 5 causes are animals and wildlife (22%), children and youth (17%), human and social services (9%), health and wellness (8%), and international development (7%). 47% of donors in Brazil volunteer.

Nonprofit governance and management 54

Nonprofit governance and management Charitable Organizations Volunteerism Volunteerism 54

Bloomerang

JUNE 11, 2021

So she’s talking about what does it look like to bring folks together about STEM education and how do we talk to donors and our volunteers and our, you know, supporters of any kind about the work that we’re doing using different techniques that ground us. So I might say something like what was your experience with education?

Participation and motivation 111

Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management Values Activism 111

Blue Avocado

MAY 13, 2025

Karen Sailer from Eagle River Historical Society Meet Your Community Where They Are Learning Rights Law Center achieves its mission of education equity by working closely with community groups, organizations, and service providers to conduct Know Your Rights trainings and start legal intakes. We have a thrift shop to help fund our programs.

Public and Social Policy 67

Public and Social Policy Collaborations Universities Law 67

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 23, 2023

Arab American giving is deeply personal Survey respondents’ personal histories impacted their giving priorities, particularly in the areas of education, health, and refugee support, including emergency relief. I’m tremendously thankful for that, and to have education and health care.” I don’t live in a refugee camp.

Philanthropy 111

Philanthropy Participation and motivation Volunteerism Volunteerism 111

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

We love doing them, bring on great guest, speakers, totally free, totally educational. But if not, this is a great way for us to connect in a safe and educational space. ” Maybe you want an emotional response that leads to volunteerism. How many people are impacted by,” you know, “your job or your education?”

Children 110

Children Curriculum and Teaching Education Education 110

The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 15, 2024

AmeriCorps, the federal agency for service and volunteerism, announced the 2025 State and National Grants Competition is now open for applications from organizations to host AmeriCorps members beginning in the summer of 2025.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

Nonprofit Administration and Development Poverty Volunteerism Volunteerism 52

The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

AmeriCorps, the federal agency for service and volunteerism, announced the 2025 State and National Grants Competition is now open for applications from organizations who wish to host AmeriCorps members beginning in the summer of 2025. The application deadline is 5 p.m., Thursday, Jan.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

Nonprofit Administration and Development Poverty Volunteerism Volunteerism 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 26, 2018

Rather than scrambling to put together tweets in real-time, guesstimate what issues will be mentioned (education, health care, poverty, immigration, environment, criminal justice reform, jobs, civil rights, international relations, #PowerToThePolls , #MAGA , etc.) Create at least three quote graphics in advance.

Volunteerism 75

Volunteerism Volunteerism Poverty Nonprofits 75

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 21, 2025

A strong engagement plan should include moments for education, reflection, and feedback. For example, you might delve into issue-based advocacy or provide civic education. Volunteerism as a civic lever Go beyond traditional volunteerism to support skills-based volunteering, virtual options, and community organizing.

Public and Social Policy 109

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development Volunteerism Volunteerism 109