InitLive

JANUARY 7, 2022

Today, corporate volunteerism is becoming more and more popular as businesses seek to improve their societal impact. Plus, these programs offer plenty of internal benefits for companies as well. An employee volunteering program enhances teamwork amongst all employees and allows them to expand their skill sets. These programs are a great way to harness your employees’ skills by encouraging them to donate their time and energy to support a greater cause in their community!

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DECEMBER 17, 2021

Many people all over the world face different challenges and problems. These issues include climate-related disasters, diseases, poverty, and other problems that present major roadblocks to peace and prosperity. 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.

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InitLive

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Homeowners associations collect dues, manage finances , upkeep amenities, and perform many tasks to maintain property values and keep homeowners happy. All these are qualities of a good HOA. However, they aren’t the only reasons people choose to live in planned communities. Residents choose HOAs because they want to engage with a tight-knit community of like-minded members.

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InitLive

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Your volunteers do a fantastic job in helping your nonprofit turn its dreams for a better community into reality. Volunteers are passionate about your cause, donate their time and skills to make a positive impact. In return, they deserve to be recognized and rewarded for their contributions. Showing your gratitude to your volunteers is key to boosting volunteer engagement and retention.

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InitLive

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Your volunteer program has been operating for a while now, and your volunteers seem engaged, happy, and productive. But how can you know for sure that your volunteer program is running as smoothly and effectively as possible? You can send a volunteer survey. Volunteer surveys allow nonprofits like yours to determine the effectiveness of their volunteer programs as well as the satisfaction of their volunteers.

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

A convention can be an exciting event that brings together like-minded individuals to explore an important topic or participate in activities that appeal to a special interest. However, these events are no easy feat to pull off. Convention planning requires major efforts to pull together a valuable, worthwhile experience for a broad audience. Whether you’re a nonprofit event planner , association membership manager, event director, or convention planner, this guide will help you plan the most ef

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

As a volunteer coordinator, you know the importance of volunteer orientation sessions as they are one of the most critical aspects of the volunteer management process. They offer a dedicated training session for new volunteers to learn more about your organization, pick up valuable new skills or important volunteer information, and mingle with fellow new volunteers.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Your volunteers are the backbone of your nonprofit — they’re always there to help you power your mission. So how can you express gratitude for their passion and commitment? By planning an appreciation event in their honor! While an appreciation event is a great way to show volunteer gratitude, planning that event definitely has its challenges. Between preparing engaging event activities , managing an RSVP list, and creating a celebration that truly uplifts your volunteers, there’s a lot you need

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Have you ever attended a festival? If so, you probably have vibrant memories of the events that took place, the sights you saw, and of course, the delicious food you ate. Festivals are popular event types because they offer audience members a fun and engaging experience. And, festivals can build stronger relationships between your audience members and your organization’s brand through in-person interactions and exciting activities.

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

From peer-to-peer fun runs to your run-of-the-mill bake sales, there’s no end to the types of fundraising events your nonprofit can throw. Hosting events is one of the best ways to raise money for your mission, and donors love participating in them. About 56% of donors regularly attend fundraising events. If you’re looking for ways to engage your donors, auctions are a great fundraising event format to choose.

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Volunteers play a crucial role in enabling nonprofits to deliver valuable programs and services and achieve their goals. Staying up-to-date and understanding volunteering trends can help you build and improve your current volunteer program based on best practices and volunteer preferences. In this guide, we’ll review the most important volunteering statistics from a variety of angles, including: General Information.

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InitLive

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Volunteer scheduling is the process of keeping volunteers organized by assigning them roles and shifts. Without a proper volunteer scheduling process, you leave yourself vulnerable to a wide variety of mistakes. These include accidentally double-booking shifts, not having enough volunteers for a shift, or assigning too many or not enough volunteers to certain roles.

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InitLive

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Everybody has a favorite t-shirt in their closet. That t-shirt is probably the perfect level of worn-in, soft, and comfortable at the same time. It might have a photo on it of your favorite band or your favorite baseball team’s logo. Whatever its theme, this shirt holds a special place in your heart and your closet! As a volunteer manager, you may be interested in creating t-shirts for your dedicated supporters.

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InitLive

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Creating inclusive volunteer programs that provide everyone the opportunity to volunteer requires lots of planning. Every individual comes from different walks of life, and you may wonder how you can incorporate inclusivity in your planning process. There are plenty of factors to take into consideration when building your team, from recruitment, to building long-lasting relationships to make your volunteers feel appreciated during and after any event or program.

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InitLive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

A conference is all about networking, learning more on specific topics, and exploring new ideas. These events bring industry professionals and those with similar interests together in one event to learn and interact with one another. Regardless of the type of conference you are hosting, as a conference organizer, you know that the most important element of your conference planning is ensuring that attendees are engaged in your activities, workshops, and exhibitions.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Volunteers make up an essential part of the workforce of many nonprofits. Your organization likely relies on the help of these passionate individuals to support your programs, events, and initiatives that are important to your goals and objectives. With such an important role to play, it is critical to invest in an effective volunteer management process that not only saves your organization time but also increases volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention to ensure long-term success.

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InitLive

AUGUST 23, 2021

Whether they’re staffing fundraising events, hitting the streets to spread awareness, or helping out with day-to-day operations at your office, volunteers are essential to your nonprofit. Without their willingness to donate their time and talent to your cause, it would be nearly impossible for you to make notable progress toward your mission. However, your nonprofit’s operations have a lot of moving parts, and it can be easy to let some of your volunteers’ needs fall through the cracks, even if

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AUGUST 19, 2021

As a nonprofit leader, you know that volunteers are a driving force in helping your organization achieve success. Every hour of work that volunteers put in makes a difference and is worth about $28 dollars. Tracking volunteer hours enables you to analyze the impact of your volunteers' hours and provides you with valuable insights on their contributions to your program.

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InitLive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Peer-to-peer fundraising is a popular choice for nonprofits of all sizes. With some careful planning, you can get your support base directly involved and connecting you to their social networks. Plus, peer-to-peer fundraising is a great option right now, because the world is only just beginning to look normal again after the brunt of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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InitLive

AUGUST 3, 2021

Volunteers are the lifeblood of many nonprofits. They come with energy, passion, and they want to make a difference. And without good training during the onboarding process , they may decide volunteering isn’t for them. You may be transitioning volunteer training to virtual delivery for the first time, or maybe your past e-learning needs a makeover.

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InitLive

JULY 27, 2021

Volunteers are the main workforce driving most nonprofit events and programs. They are often the team behind the mission, making recruiting and retaining committed volunteers a top priority for most nonprofits. In fact, according to a Volunteerpro survey , 30% of volunteer managers reported volunteer recruitment as their top challenge in 2020. To overcome this challenge and set your nonprofit up for success, we have created this comprehensive guide that offers insight and tips on how to recruit

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InitLive

JULY 20, 2021

Having a strategic social media communications plan in place is a must for nonprofits. With 3.78 billion social media users in 2021 - an increase of five percent from a year ago - it’s a valuable communication channel that should be part of your mix. Your donors and supporters are on social media and you need to be too! At the heart of a strong social communications plan is relevant and compelling content.

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InitLive

JULY 12, 2021

Many nonprofits rely on a few big events throughout the year as an essential part of their fundraising efforts. Events that are planned and executed successfully can lead to more donations and deepened connections with volunteers, sponsors, and donors. Plus, hosting an event is fun! Think of an event such as a gala or an auction as an opportunity for you to create an engaging experience (and great memories!

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InitLive

MAY 13, 2021

Volunteers and staff are the people behind the scenes who ensure that every attendee has a memorable and positive festival experience. A lot goes into offering a truly exceptional event, and volunteers are the people who execute much of the hard work. Luckily, InitLive has helped dozens of event and festival producers recruit, schedule, and manage volunteers through a single volunteer management software.

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InitLive

APRIL 26, 2021

Volunteers are valuable resources for your nonprofit organization, providing support and manpower to execute programs and further your organization’s mission. Some volunteer positions are more straightforward than others. For more specialized roles, odds are volunteers won’t come to your organization with all the knowledge, skills, and experience they need to succeed.

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InitLive

APRIL 14, 2021

What separates a good event from the best event of the summer? Some people will say the food; others will say entertainment. When you think about it, it's all about providing an exceptional experience to everyone involved and standing out from the crowd. The perception and reputation of the event all come down to its brand. Think of what all significant events have in common from Coachella and VidCon to Dreamforce and Relay For Life.

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InitLive

MARCH 29, 2021

Even during “normal” times, it requires a lot of organization and effort to properly recruit, manage, and engage volunteers. With the added difficulty of social distancing recommendations due to COVID-19, it may feel all but impossible. The idea of managing volunteers often brings to mind corralling people as you prepare to open doors on the day of a big fundraising event , or scheduling to fill slots with the optimal number of people each hour.

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InitLive

MARCH 17, 2021

Most nonprofits rely on a few fundraising events a year to bring in much-needed donations and to raise awareness for their cause. There are so many forms of fundraising events, from charity runs to fundraising festivals. No matter what event format your nonprofit is considering, you will need to take key event planning steps to make your fundraising event a success.

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InitLive

MARCH 4, 2021

Conferences are an important part of professional development and business networking for all industries. Bringing people together from all around the world in the same industry to learn and share is essential for innovation. A successful conference can come in all shapes and sizes, from 200 people over a weekend to 15,000 for a week. InitLive has had the privilege of working with many conferences, some of which are the largest in their industry.

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MARCH 1, 2021

Given that phones have become an integral part of our lives, it's no surprise that mobile giving increased by 205% in 2018. But traditional mobile fundraising (that involves users visiting a website, clicking on the donate button, getting redirected to a landing page, and making the gift) comes with its set of challenges. Nonprofit websites that are unoptimized for mobile, longer donation processes, longer page load time are a few such challenges that many charities still struggle with.

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InitLive

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

As a modern fundraiser, you already know that donor data is a cornerstone of effective nonprofit fundraising. It allows organizations to discover gift opportunities, improve solicitations, and continue refining their strategies over time. The more you know about your donors, the better you can engage with them and optimize your fundraising strategy to meet their needs.

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InitLive

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

With an excellent event team and a good strategy, you can plan and organize a successful conference for your organization. However, approaching conference planning with outdated methods can lead to a slow and exhausting planning process. Conversely, using the right event technology tools can lead to more effective and efficient planning. Technology helps to streamline the planning process and free up time and resources which can be allocated to other event needs.

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InitLive

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Now more than ever before, customers, communities, and employees are increasingly interested in how a corporation makes a positive impact rather than simply how it brings in revenue. This has caused a larger trend in corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and strategies among businesses of all sizes. While there are many ways a company can engage in CSR activities, the most active and engaging option is corporate volunteerism.

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InitLive

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

There is no doubt that vaccinating billions of people worldwide will be one of the greatest logistical feats seen in recent decades. From distribution and vaccination tracking to the vaccine’s mass administration, all health authorities and governments have a large task on their hands. There are only so many medical professionals and administrators to go around.

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InitLive

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Staffing limitations and transitions are noted as the greatest challenges for 18% of nonprofits. It’s expensive to hire new staff members, especially organizational leaders. Plus, it takes time, energy, and funding to get these individuals up and running. Luckily, there are options that your organization can take advantage of in order to reduce the amount of manpower you need to complete various tasks at your organization.

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InitLive

JANUARY 29, 2021

Successful event marketing starts with finding out how to reach your target audience. What channel do they spend the most time on, and what are they looking at when they are there? For most event coordinators, the best place to reach their target audience is Instagram. With an estimated 1 billion active Instagram users every month , chances are you will capture an expansive audience there so long as you invest time in developing outstanding posts.

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InitLive

JANUARY 25, 2021

A lot of work goes into planning a festival, from setting your goals to securing a workforce to making it all happen. In particular, this year will require even more planning and preparation to ensure that everyone has an amazing and safe experience at your festival. IntiLive has helped hundreds of event organizers manage their staff and volunteers, and we understand all the hard work that goes into planning an event.

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