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Are you leveraging corporate volunteer incentive programs to their fullest potential? These initiatives offer a powerful opportunity to: ✔️Increase workplace giving revenue ✔️Streamline volunteer recruitment ✔️Retain long-term volunteer support The key to unlocking those benefits? Increasing awareness among your supporters. 🔑 Millions of individuals qualify for volunteer grants or volunteer time off through their employers but are unaware. To help you get started, we're sharing our top 3 tips for effective promotions. Implement these tips to maximize corporate volunteerism engagement and fuel mission support. Ready for more strategies? Access our comprehensive guide here: https://hubs.la/Q02FTgwM0

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Let's continue the Volunteer Appreciation topic with more ideas! As noted last week, acknowledging and recognizing the volunteers of your community or organization needs to be constant. Consider these ways: - List volunteers in the community newsletter - Acknowledge a committee or particular volunteer at a Board meeting - Hold a volunteer appreciation event - Hang photos of the volunteers in the clubhouse - Highlight the work and time with photos and videos at the annual meeting What other ways do you acknowledge your volunteers? #tiptuesday #volunteerappreciationmonth

We had so much fun last time that Priya came to DOVIA-LA to teach a workshop, and there's still time to sign up for this month's session! DOVIA-LA July Meeting: Retention - Being Intentional about Valuing Volunteers Join the DOVIA-LA community for a meeting focused on volunteer retention. Discuss challenges, share solutions, and gain valuable insights from our speaker, Priya Sodha. When: July 19 at 1pm-3pm Where: Virtually on Zoom Who: Anyone passionate about volunteer management Why Attend? Volunteer retention is a top challenge for many organizations. Let’s work together to understand and overcome these hurdles. What to Expect: - Workshop by Priya Sodha: "Volunteer Retention: Being Intentional about Valuing Volunteers" - Discuss current challenges in volunteer retention - Network and support from the DOVIA-LA community Learning Outcomes: - Understanding shifts in volunteerism in 2024 - Improving communication and empathy to enhance retention - Practical tools for direct volunteer work Register now and don’t miss out! Free for members and open to all. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gtHhqd5n

855 volunteer hours? Yay me? 🤷♂️ That's just under 36 24-hour days, and the equivalent of 107 8-hour workdays. As I reflect on another year gone by and focus on what I want out of 2025, a lot of my resolutions are related to this chart. It doesn't mean I am ashamed of the total number of hours I gave away--I love all of these organizations and BLD Southeast required me to run double duty as the host. But as I reconcile what was a difficult 2024 in sales (for most of us), I see opportunities to focus more in the new year. ➡️ I will say no to any new commitments that don't pay me or feel like they bend the arc of the moral universe towards justice. ➡️ I will find some funding to turn some of the B Local Georgia time into paid work growing the B Corp community in Georgia. ➡️ I will decrease the majority of my charitable giving to offset the financial cost of my volunteer time. ➡️ I won't lose focus on Profitable Purpose Consulting, and will put my business before everything and at the center of my strategic planning. ➡️ I will politely decline collaborations that feel one-sided. ➡️ I will politely decline unpaid speaking engagements that require time & effort for "access" to a room. I've done a TEDx and spoken at conferences around the world, and that's a valuable skill. ➡️ I will continue my work to make the world a better place, one hour at a time. OK, I spoke it into existence, now it's time to actually follow through. Happy 2025, y'all!

We still need a few volunteers for PROJECT CONNECT with Valley of the Sun United Way Sept 26 in Avondale! 😇 There are different shifts available to work with people's busy schedules, so check out the details below and see if you can help out! 💛 It's a great way to give back to the community, meet some new friends and contribute to the greater good! These one on one connections with people make all the difference. 🙌 Volunteer Registration 👇 https://lnkd.in/gVjse8yT Project Connect in Avondale 📅📌 Thursday, September 26th Avondale Baptist Church 1001 N. Central Ave Avondale, AZ 85323 8am-3pm 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁? Project Connect is a one-day homelessness services event. A true community effort to provide services where they're needed most - including ID replacements, pet care and pet supplies, mental and behavioral health services, haircuts and showers, housing applications, a hot meal, and more. None of this work is possible without VOLUNTEERS. If you have a group of friends or co-workers that want to sign up, reach out and we will help you coordinate! 🤓 🤝 If you're a SERVICE PROVIDER, and you want to get involved in PROJECT CONNECT, we would love to work with you. We're always looking for new partnerships and ways to collaborate! Please don't hesitate to reach out to ask questions, and explore how you and your organization might be able to bring resources and relief to those in need. Questions? Please email Liz at: eroed@keystochangeaz.org #EndHomelessness #BeLikeMike #Community #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Support #HelpingOthers #GiveBack #Humanity #Hope #HelpTheHomeless #Leadership #GreaterGood #VolunteerAppreciation #VolunteersMakeItHappen #CollaborationIsKey🔑

A recent Classy “Why America Gives” report revealed that 71% of donors learn about new causes from friends and family. When you love a new restaurant, you tell your friends — when you love where you give, you spread the word! 5 Ways to Share Mite.org • Send a simple email or text: "Mite.org is an organization I trust with my giving. Check out their projects if you’re looking for a place to give back.” • Share a Celebration Video: Spread impactful stories with a video link. • Host a small gathering: Organize a casual event to introduce friends to Mite’s mission. Our team is happy to help you. • Leverage workplace giving: Interested in incorporating Mite projects into your company's giving? Contact our team at support@mite.org. • Follow & share on social media: Post a story, link Mite.org in your bio, or share a post with your audience.

It's National Volunteer Appreciation Week, a celebration placing the spotlight on inspiring figures whose invaluable seeds of kindness through volunteering are bettering the community and our world in general. Ideas to Observe National Volunteer Week: - Get involved: Do more than applaud; let your impact be felt. Look around your own community to find various ways in which you can lend your support. - Spread the Word: Volunteers are often overlooked. Be part of the movement to call on more volunteers by using your social media handles to share the message. - Say Thank You: Appreciating volunteers goes a long way to making them feel good about their impact and driving them to do more.

Planning a church event? Let's make it smooth and memorable! Here’s a few friendly tips to help you out: 👀 Start with a Clear Vision: Define what your event is all about. Is it a fundraiser, outreach, or just a fun get-together? Understanding the “why” behind the event helps guide decisions throughout the planning process. ⌛ Create a Detailed Timeline: Map out every step from the first idea to the final cleanup.  Include checkpoints for promotion, volunteer recruitment, logistics, and follow-up activities. Having a timeline keeps things organized and stress-free. 📲 Promote the Event: Effective promotion is crucial. Spread the word using multiple channels like- social media, church bulletins, church app, text messages, signage, and emails. Make sure your messaging highlights why folks should come and has a consistent tone. 🤝 Engage Volunteers Early: Volunteers are the lifeblood of church events. Get them involved early, and make sure they know their roles and feel appreciated. ✅ Nail the Logistics: Smooth logistics contribute to a positive attendee experience. Think about everything from venue setup to parking and technical needs. Plan for any hiccups to keep things running smoothly. Ready to plan an unforgettable event? Let’s connect and swap ideas! #ChurchEvents #CommunityBuilding #EventPlanning #ChurchLeadership

Is your organization working with virtual volunteers this summer? Here are some evidence-based strategies to boost virtual volunteer engagement: 1. Emphasize how their work connects to the organization’s larger mission. 2. Encourage volunteers to share their experience with other members of your organization and their friends. 3. Consistently recognize and celebrate the work of volunteers. Developing a relationship beyond the work done is important for retaining virtual volunteers and can enhance their identification with your organization. Read our full blog to learn more about the science behind these methods. https://lnkd.in/e9y988Sq