New Benevity Report Reveals a Surge in Corporate Volunteerism
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
As companies look to boost employee connection in a hybrid work world, new research from Benevity reveals an uptick in corporate volunteerism.
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Report Highlights State-Level Encouragement of National Service, Volunteerism
NonProfit PRO
JANUARY 22, 2024
More Perfect released its "State Innovations in National Service & Volunteering" report, highlighting the case for volunteerism.
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Bush School Center for Nonprofits to Host Bank of America Program on Volunteerism
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 17, 2023
The Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy at Texas A&M University's Bush School of Government & Public Service will host the annual Bank of America Program on Volunteerism on April 19, 2023.
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Helping Out: How American Volunteerism Is Changing — and Why
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 20, 2023
Though American volunteerism has generally declined since the 1950s, there have been bursts of growth to cope with the AIDS crisis and in the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. She has had to turn away hundreds of applicants.
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Equity in Volunteerism: Tools for Meaningful Community Engagement
Volunteer Match
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Over the past two years, I’ve had the privilege of talking to leaders of volunteers about their commitments to equity and access in volunteerism. This has been part of the Assessing Diversity and Equity in Volunteer Inclusion (ADEVI) project.
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Maximize Gen Z Involvement Through Donor Engagement and Volunteerism
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Engaging new donors who will volunteer is a major challenge. Here are some strategies to connect with Gen Z donors and keep them involved.
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What Is Volunteerism? A Guide to the History & Benefits
Bloomerang
MARCH 29, 2023
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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A Guide to Volunteerism: Roles, Significance, and Impact
Donorbox Nonprofit
MAY 3, 2024
Over one billion people worldwide embrace volunteerism, and 64 million are American. Whether lending a hand in local community-led organizations or participating in global humanitarian efforts, volunteers […] The post A Guide to Volunteerism: Roles, Significance, and Impact appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
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Corporate Volunteerism: 'Not Charity. It's Good Business.'
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 20, 2023
By Glenn Gamboa, AP Business Writer NEW YORK Mark Davis, Courtesy of The Marcy Lab School, AP Salesforce’s partnership with the Marcy Lab School began when some of its employees started volunteering at the New York nonprofit, which trains high-school graduates to become software engineers in one year at no cost to the students.
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New Research Reveals Linkages Between Volunteerism and Social Connections
NonProfit PRO
JANUARY 25, 2024
Do Good Institute and Generosity Commission find group membership has a significant impact on volunteering and giving.
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Grant Makers Weigh What's Needed to Help Volunteerism Programs Thrive
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JANUARY 31, 2023
By Sara Herschander Shulamit Seidler-Feller The UJA-Federation of New York, a Jewish philanthropy, has invested more than $10 million in building strategic volunteer programs across 35 nonprofit organizations.
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Volunteers Are a Precious Nonprofit Resource
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Volunteerism in the United States peaked between 2003 and 2005, when approximately 29% of all Americans reported their volunteerism. Volunteers are a tremendous resource for charitable nonprofits. Without volunteers, nonprofits would struggle to provide programs, community services and more.
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Recent Survey Data Shows Employee Volunteerism in the Workplace Is on the Rise in 2023
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Survey data from the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals showed employees volunteered more in the workplace in 2023.
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Can Your Volunteer Program Bring America Together? This Screenwriter-Turned-Charity Leader Thinks So.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 12, 2024
The dual mission of David Levinson's nonprofit Big Sunday: to build community as it does community service By Drew Lindsay Los Angeles The nonprofit Big Sunday is defying the downturn in volunteerism as it pursues founder David Levinson's dual mission: community service that builds community.
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New Research Reveals Volunteerism as Critical Driver of Nonprofits’ Success
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
The Initiative for Strategic Volunteer Engagement, together with The Do Good Institute, released new insights from more than 1,000 nonprofit CEOs and 100-plus funders about the state of U.S. volunteer engagement.
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Navigating the Future of Philanthropy: Trends in Giving and Volunteering
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Join us for an insightful and dynamic webinar featuring leading experts in the fields of philanthropy, social impact, and volunteerism. This engaging session will explore the latest trends shaping the landscape of giving and volunteering, providing actionable strategies to navigate the future of philanthropy.
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Guest Post: Things to consider before engaging in corporate employee volunteerism
Twenty Hats
AUGUST 17, 2021
However, I strongly believe there are a few things to consider prior to engaging in corporate employee volunteerism on any level. Jerome is also an appointed Commissioner for the Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism for the state of Maryland. Why,” you ask?
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What's Behind the Uneven Rates in Volunteerism: a Look at Fla. and Wyo. Point to Answers
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 17, 2023
By Kay Dervishi and Yesica Balderrama Christine Paige The Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation, a conservation nonprofit near Grand Teton National Park, relies on volunteers to collect local wildlife data and remove fencing that’s harmful to animals.
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Drawing on Skills-Based Volunteerism to Meet Organizational Needs in a Time of Change
NonProfit PRO
JANUARY 7, 2022
Skills-based volunteering can be of critical support to nonprofits in the current environment, enabling them to take a step back from their current context and envision the future.
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AmeriCorps Expands Commitment Advancing Equity and Racial Justice
NonProfit PRO
MAY 5, 2022
AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, launched its equity action plan in accordance with President Biden’s Executive Order 13985 on Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government. .
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EveryAction Report Highlights Philanthropic Trends for Giving Week 2021
NonProfit PRO
JANUARY 10, 2022
EveryAction, a provider of technology to nonprofits, with a platform serving over 18,000 organizations, announced the release of its 2021 GivingTuesday Results report, a new initiative that highlights key findings for what’s driving individual giving and volunteerism during one of the year’s busiest giving seasons.
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Survey Finds Americans Want Broader Background Checks and Training for Volunteers
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
In its new Risk Radar Report, "State of Volunteerism in America," Church Mutual Insurance Company found that Americans have high expectations when it comes to volunteer background checks and training.
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You Get More Than You Give: How Volunteering Shapes You As A Leader
Fundraising Leadership
JUNE 7, 2024
Generation X, or people ages 41 to 56, had a 27% rate of volunteerism, with teens 16-17 volunteering at 28%. Others in philanthropy, nonprofits and volunteerism agree. Habitat for Humanity , a globally respected volunteer organization recently published an evidence brief on the values of volunteerism.
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Attracting Skill-Based Volunteers: 5 Essential Tips for Recruiting Top Talent
The Volunteer Hub
MAY 16, 2023
Discover the benefits of skill-based volunteerism and how nonprofits can engage and recruit top talent with these 5 essential tips. Skill-based volunteerism defined By definition, skill-based volunteerism is the process of volunteers contributing their expertise to directly support the operations of a nonprofit.
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Micro-Volunteering: What is It? How Can Volunteer Programs Benefit from It?
The Volunteer Hub
MAY 4, 2022
Micro-volunteerism is a new rising trend in the nonprofit community. According to The Institute of Volunteering Research and the National Council for Voluntary Organizations (NCVO), micro-volunteerism was created as a response to the growing demand for short-term flexible volunteer opportunities. What is Micro-Volunteering?
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Generosity Commission: Giving, Volunteering And Civil Society Complexities
The NonProfit Times
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The rate of volunteerism, as measured by the Current Population Survey of the U.S. Existing data suggests during the past several decades the share of Americans who report volunteering with nonprofits has declined, although that decline is less precipitous than the decline in the number of donors. Census Bureau and the U.S.
Nonprofit Externship Program Selects 5 Promising CNP Students
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
DECEMBER 5, 2023
To be considered for this prestigious opportunity, candidates must be nominated by their campus director, and commit to contributing 20 hours of volunteerism time over the school year, fostering a spirit of service and community engagement.
15 Inspiring Examples of Corporate Social Responsibility
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.
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3 GivingTuesday strategies for year-end nonprofit fundraising
Candid
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Source: GivingTuesday Data Commons GivingTuesday is a perfect entry point for volunteerism. By strategically asking more often, engaging younger audiences, and maximizing opportunities to foster volunteerism and community giving, nonprofits can tap into new, sustainable sources of support and drive greater impact year-round.
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Best Websites to Promote Volunteerism
Care2
MAY 9, 2011
Did you know that in 2010 volunteerism increased by 11%, according to a study by Cone ? Volunteers also reported giving close to $2,600 as compared to non-volunteers who gave just $230, according to study by VolunteerMatch. Furthermore, 67% of those who volunteer say they donate money to the same organizations where they volunteer.
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Is The Generosity Decline Real? What To Do!
Bloomerang
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Volunteerism has declined over the past several decades. The rate of volunteerism, as measured by the Current Population Survey of the U.S. They show a preference for non-traditional giving methods, such as direct support through crowdfunding (e.g., GoFundMe) or political contributions, rather than through established nonprofits.
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Mixed Links: News and Tips for Nonprofit Marketers – May 12, 2023
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
MAY 12, 2023
It’s time for Mixed Links… LinkedIn released a new report The Impact Insight: Nonprofit Hiring, Volunteerism, and Board Participation. This week we have a replacement for Elon Musk, LinkedIn insights, AI prompts for marketers, how to use your phone for video, and more.
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Concentration of Nonprofit Giving Disenfranchises Civilians
The NonProfit Times
JULY 8, 2024
The drop in volunteerism, as well as potential funders pulling back on making small donations, creates lack of agency — a loss of faith that individuals’ actions are meaningful. The payoff for encouraging volunteerism, especially among previously unengaged individuals, can have social benefits beyond a given nonprofit. “A
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5 Benefits of Deploying a Volunteer Time Off (VTO) Policy
The Volunteer Hub
JULY 8, 2022
In fact, a 2017 Deloitte Volunteerism Survey found that 89% of employees believe that companies who sponsor volunteer activities offer a better work environment than those who do not. Investing in corporate volunteerism can help companies forge bonds between coworkers and departments.
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New Data: Pre-Retirees and Retirees Prioritize Charitable Giving
The NonProfit Times
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
This could indicate that the trend toward volunteerism may continue to grow as the current group of pre-retirees transitions into retirement. Beyond providing financial support for charities, pre-retirees and retirees are also actively volunteering.
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Corporate Partnerships for Nonprofits: Win-Win Scenario
The Volunteer Hub
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Skill-based volunteerism. The good news is, businesses are recognizing the value of corporate volunteer initiatives, and more than 50% of corporate volunteer programs include skill-based volunteerism. We wrote an entire article on the benefits of skill-based volunteerism and how organizations, like yours, can utilize it.
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What Would a Gift Economy Approach to Running a Nonprofit Look Like?
NonProfit Quarterly
JULY 25, 2023
Viewing Volunteerism through a Gift Economy Lens So, if the business mindset fails nonprofits when engaging volunteers, what is the alternative? What strikes me about gift economies is how much better the principles align with volunteerism than market principles. In Braiding Sweetgrass.
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7 Ideas to Future-Proof Your Volunteer Program
The Volunteer Hub
JUNE 28, 2022
Offer Micro-Volunteerism Opportunities. According to The Institute of Volunteering Research and the National Council for Voluntary Organizations (NCVO), micro-volunteerism was created as a response to the growing demand for short-term flexible volunteer opportunities. Create Virtual Volunteerism Opportunities. Be genuine.
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Is Employee Engagement Your Most Valuable Virtual Asset? [SPONSORED]
Selfish Giving
AUGUST 18, 2020
Time Some might say that pro bono volunteerism is a cornerstone of communities around the globe. Some organizations have more natural pro bono volunteerism opportunities (i.e. Most of us have (or could find) a few hours within our daily lives to volunteer our time to support our community.
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What is Community-Centric Fundraising
Affnetz
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Encourage Volunteerism: Ensure 30-40% of Volunteers are from that community itself. Share Impact Stories: Communicate the real-world impact of donations to inspire giving. Collaborate: Partnership with local organizations and community leaders to amplify your fundraising efforts.
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5 Ways to Engage Generation Z Volunteers
The Volunteer Hub
MAY 13, 2022
Clearly, many Generation Z volunteers see the value that active volunteerism can have on their own life and career ambitions, outside of community impact. This presents a substantial opportunity for your volunteer program, if your organization can offer learning opportunities as a component of volunteerism.
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4 Ways to Support Disaster Relief
Volunteer Match
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
You can make a meaningful difference in relieving the effects of natural disasters, whether it be through donations, volunteerism, or advocacy. When looking for ways to contribute before, during, and after natural disasters, consider how you can maximize impact by working with others!
How One Nonprofit is Raising Money from Company Volunteers
Selfish Giving
APRIL 10, 2013
Corporate Giving corporate giving cradles to crayons dollars for doers volunteer grants volunteerism volunteers' But they don’t get collected, sorted and distributed on their own.… … Keep reading.
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10 Ideas for Your Next Virtual Volunteer Opportunity
Fundraising Report Card
MAY 5, 2022
As a creative content creator, she focuses on delivering information about the importance of volunteerism for nonprofit organizations. Thank you, Shreya Tragad, for this engaging post. Shreya is the Digital Marketing Specialist at InitLive. You can find her … Continue reading "10 Ideas for Your Next Virtual Volunteer Opportunity".
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