For the entire month of September, in honor of the September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance, we’re joining together with 911day.org to encourage all our colleagues and neighbors to make a difference.
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13 Good Deeds To Do in September in Remembrance of 9/11
By Erin Halley on September 8, 2020
Topics: inspiration
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8 Ways to Get Healthier—While Helping Others!
By Erin Halley on August 24, 2020
With everything going on right now in the world around us, we could all use a little ray of sunshine. And it turns out, doing good is not just good for the health of our communities: it’s good for our personal health, as well. Research shows that volunteering can help lift your spirits and may even make you healthier and improve longevity. Here are 8 ways you can help others, while bringing a little bit of joy and health to your own life.
Topics: inspiration
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12 Safer Ways to Volunteer Today
By Erin Halley on August 17, 2020
During the pandemic, we’ve heard many people say they feel less connected -- but are still interested in helping others. We’ve especially heard this feedback from many of our volunteers aged 55+, who are navigating a wide range of stressors, from caring for their own health, to taking care of families and grandkids, while also experiencing higher than average unemployment rates.
Topics: inspiration
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10 Quotes To Inspire You Into Action
By Darcy Hughes on July 16, 2020
It is during times of great need that we can do the greatest good, and hearing from those who were courageous, took a stand, and affected change can inspire us to do the same. Here are 10 quotes to renew your spirits and inspire you into action.
Topics: inspiration
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How to Boost Engagement and Build a Recipe for Volunteer Success
By Guest Contributer on November 22, 2019
2020 is around the corner and you might be asking yourself several questions, like, “What CSR activities can we participate in?” “How can I engage our employees next year?” and “How can my company help the community?”
Topics: volunteer engagement inspiration
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How to Volunteer: 5 Simple Steps to Finding Meaning & Making a Difference
By Elysia Gabe on April 4, 2019
Happy National Volunteer Month! It's the time of year when organizations across the country take time to celebrate the dedicated volunteers serving their cause and inspire others to get involved.
Topics: inspiration
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7 Ways To Volunteer On Valentine’s Day & Beyond
By Elysia Gabe on February 8, 2019
Valentine’s Day is the one day of the year we come together and celebrate love. But there’s a lot more to love than what’s typically associated with the holiday – bouquets of red roses, heart-shaped boxes of chocolate, cards from secret admirers and so on.
Love is about understanding, compassion and joy. It’s about kindness and generosity. And about giving in to something greater than yourself. In many ways, volunteers embody all of these qualities. That’s why we’re highlighting 7 ways to volunteer and put that love into action.
Topics: inspiration
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Truth: Volunteer Programs Have Fun With Strategic Plans (AND Reach Their Goals)
By Guest Contributer on January 31, 2019
Want to increase volunteer retention? Here’s how to do it and enjoy the process.
It’s start the New Year by taking a show of hands. How many of you subscribe to this belief?:
Topics: nonprofit resources inspiration
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4 Reasons Every Teen Should Volunteer
By Elysia Gabe on November 28, 2018
Guest post by Warren Fowler.
Volunteering is often thought of as a selfless act — one where you give up your time for a worthy cause without being paid. While this may be true, what is often less obvious are the many benefits people experience when they volunteer.
Topics: inspiration
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Why Volunteering Is So Important at the End of the Year
By Guest Contributer on November 8, 2018
The end of the year can be a rough time for many people. Days are shorter and darker; nights are longer. In colder weather, people are less inclined to go out and some struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder. Spending the holidays alone can feel isolating, and traveling to see loved ones can be stressful. Some see the end of the year as a time for self-reflection, leading to feelings of regret, inadequacy or inferiority.