Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas’ Post

Volunteers are the lifeblood of a lot of nonprofit organizations. So the question is, what is the key to engaging volunteers and retaining them?? #ChangeMakers #MakeADifference #NonprofitLeadership #StrategicCommunications #graphicdesign #volunteer #mission #teambuilding

I love volunteering because it’s a great way to connect with like-minded individuals and make a positive impact. Here are my top 3 reasons for volunteering: 1. Positive Impact: By giving back to your community, you can make a real difference in the lives of others. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the positive impact of your efforts. 2. Stronger Connections: Volunteering can help you meet new people, build lasting relationships, and strengthen your community. It’s a great way to expand your social circle. 3. Self-care: Volunteering can reduce stress, combat depression, and improve overall well-being. It’s a fantastic way to give back while taking care of yourself. #volunteer #volunteerlife #volunteerism #careerdevelopment #skillsdevelopment #nonprofit #giveback #socialimpact #volunteerwork #philanthropy #communityservice

Projects are most successful when everyone is on the same page, and one of the simplest and most effective ways to ensure your volunteers successfully support your nonprofit and gain the most value from their experience is creating a volunteer handbook. We compiled a few tips for creating this must-have resource. What would you add? #volunteerprogram #volunteerism #nonprofit #volunteers

🎙️ New Episode Alert: The Nonprofit Fix 🎙️ Volunteers are the heartbeat of nonprofits, but are we leveraging their potential effectively? Join Ken Berger and Peter York in our latest episode as they explore the critical role of volunteerism in the nonprofit sector and share strategies for maximizing impact. 📢 Episode 11 Highlights: +Understanding the economic impact of volunteerism 💰 +Addressing volunteer burnout and turnover 💡 +Best practices for volunteer engagement and retention 🌟 +Importance of accurate reporting and outcome measurement 📊 Listen now to transform your volunteer program: https://lnkd.in/eGuiee5k Engage with us! Share your experiences, challenges, and successes in the comments. Let’s build a stronger, more effective nonprofit sector together! #TheNonprofitFix #Volunteers #NonprofitLeadership #CommunityImpact #VolunteerManagement #Nonprofits

Cannot recommend this experience highly enough! Over the four cohorts of primary and secondary students I’ve worked with, I’ve met such amazing young people with their whole lives ahead of them and it’s been an honour and privilege. Developing their skills around Confidence, Communication, Resilience and Self Awareness is some of the most important work you will ever do in preparing them for their future careers. Apply now 👏 #YouthEmpowerment #NonProfit #YouthDevelopment #Volunteering #coaching #youthcoaching

The latest report from The Generosity Commission spotlights the transformation and expansion of the giving landscape.   As business leaders, funders, and mentors, I believe it is important that we embed a culture of giving, volunteering, and impact investing into our companies' ethos to support a future of generosity.   As Jerre Stead shares, "Generosity that results in lasting change needs to be approached from multiple angles—philanthropic giving, impactful volunteering, thoughtful investments, and strong advocacy."

Did you know that the overall percentage of Americans who volunteer at nonprofit organizations has been steadily decreasing in the past recent years? It actually declined by 7 percentage points during the pandemic and it continues to decline (Ahmad, 2018; Americorps, 2021). I know this is true for us locally and it's a persistent concern for many organizations I work with. If you are nonprofit organization leader, I want to encourage you to include your volunteers in presentations that relate to the impact your organization has. When we understand tangibly how our efforts have meaningful contributions to society, it profoundly impacts how we see ourselves, how connected we feel to others, and this in turn motivates us to continue to engage in our communities through volunteer work. If you know nothing about nonprofit organizations, I'd like to ask you to please find some time to volunteer and connect with others to do so as a group. If you are an HR professional or people leader, have a company organized volunteer routine. Making volunteerism a social activity can help us stick to it over time thus further supporting a cause through sustainable change. If you are a Foundation leader please consider how your funding can support a nonprofit organizations' capacity beyond relying on volunteers to achieve their mission. #equity #diversity #evaluation #socialimpact #nonprofitleadership #fundraising #leadershipdevelopment #education #workplaceculture #publicspeaker #representationmatters #nonprofit

As you grow your business, connections within the community are key. I enjoy volunteering with nonprofit organizations and other entities. I've found this to a beneficial way for me to learn new things, connect with diverse individuals and create opportunity which helps my business flourish. Volunteering is another avenue of networking. #buildyourbusiness #growthroughvolunteering #connectbysupporting #shareyourtalents #helpothers #communitysupport #divastrongmedia #nonprofitlove #networkwithpurpose #communityconnections

Many nonprofits rely on volunteer programs to keep their organizations running smoothly. But because a volunteer is, by nature, an unpaid position, many organizations struggle to find the best people to fit the roles. In fact, some organizations struggle to find people at all, running on the minimum number of volunteers as they attempt to recruit additional forces. In our latest blog, we talk about what busy nonprofit leaders can do to recruit and retain volunteers. #NonprofitSkills #Volunteers #RecruitingVolunteers #NonprofitLeaders #NonprofitProfessionals #NonprofitVolunteers Read the blog here: https://ow.ly/b56t50QREVT

New Year, New Goals: Partner with Literacy Link Inc. for Community Empowerment! As your company sets goals for the upcoming year, consider making a profound impact on the community. Partner with Literacy Link Inc. to integrate literacy tutoring into your corporate social responsibility initiatives. Let's start the year by fostering a culture of giving back and creating opportunities for individuals to thrive through education. #LiteracyLink #Nonprofit #NewYearGoals #CommunityEmpowerment #EachOneTeachOne #BeAPartner