The Nonprofit 2.0 Unconference was held in Washington DC on June 25, 2010. I had the privilege of leading a session on the topic of how volunteers can support nonprofit organizations online. Below are the viewgraphs used during the session (with a couple of tweaks). Please leave me a comment with additional methods that you…
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Are Funds Drying Up for Your Nonprofit Organization?
Recently a nonprofit organization asked me for some help. Their funding sources were drying up. Without a change, the organization would not be able to continue helping others. I put together some questions to help the organization and me better understand why the funding sources were disappearing and what steps could be taken to remedy…
New Year’s Resolutions for 2009
Image via Wikipedia Convio recently asked me to discuss my top 2009 New Year’s resolution on the Everyday Giving Blog. I will only do it if you promise to hold me to my commitment. Focus in 2008 This past year was great. My major focus in 2008 was to participate in some new and unique…
The Serve America Act
Image by rogercarr via Flickr The Serve America Act was unveiled at the ServiceNation Summit. This legislation has been introduced to Congress by Senators Edward Kennedy and Orrin Hatch to expand and improve domestic and international service opportunities for all Americans. What is the Purpose of the Serve America Act? The Serve America Act has…
Is the National Day of Action on Your Calendar?
It’s not too late to get involved in a service project on the national Day of Action. This Saturday, September 27th, is the national Day of Action. Join thousands of Americans on that day participating in events that will demonstrate the power, potential and impact service can have. I will be training and volunteering all…
5 Reasons I Love To Volunteer
Why do people volunteer their time? As a volunteer, you don’t get paid for donating your time. However, there are benefits in it for you and me when we’re unselfish in giving our time to benefit others. The following are five major reasons why I choose to volunteer. Although I don’t receive a check in…