Jun 21st, 2023 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Our Team and Board, Social Impact
Celebrating Matt O’Grady Day and Pride Month at Taproot
Since 2008, Taproot has been proud to celebrate a holiday we call “Matt O’Grady Day.” Matt O’Grady Day commemorates the legalization of same-sex marriage in the United States by celebrating the wedding anniversary of long-time Taproot staff member, Matt O’Grady, to his husband Steve Van Landingham. On June 19, 2008, Matt and Steve got married at San Francisco’s City Hall,...
Read More
Jun 14th, 2023 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Volunteer Consulting
How Can You Celebrate Juneteenth? Volunteer!
At Taproot, we are fueled by a core purpose—to drive positive social change. On the historic day of Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, we especially want to recognize and amplify the nonprofits that strive for racial justice. To honor the holiday, we close our office, so our team can get involved in their...
Read More
Jun 1st, 2023 Nonprofit Management, Service Area: Marketing
6 Common Mistakes in Nonprofit Marketing and How to Avoid Them
Navigating a crowded media landscape on a tight budget can make it difficult for nonprofit leaders to communicate their message and gain support. Even with these challenges in mind, several avoidable mistakes can hinder your marketing efforts. So what are the key issues to look out for, and how can they be resolved? Let’s explore six nonprofit marketing mistakes and...
Read More
May 18th, 2023 Taproot Plus, Volunteer Management
Skilled Volunteers Can Help Your Nonprofit with These Overlooked, but Crucial, Tasks
By Kimberly Swartz, Senior Director of Community Engagement, Taproot Foundation As a nonprofit professional, your to-do list may be longer than a CVS receipt, but we have some ways to shorten it. Taproot Plus, our free nonprofit-volunteer marketplace, has a community of over 150,000 volunteers skilled in HR, operations, business strategy, finance, marketing, tech, and more, who are waiting in...
Read More
May 10th, 2023 Nonprofit Management, Service Area: Fundraising
6 Tips to Improve Your Fundraising Writing
Which would you rather read – a page of facts and statistics or a story? Most of us would probably choose the story, and not only because it seems more interesting. Research has found that stories have a unique ability to capture our attention because narratives activate the brain's emotional processing centers. As fundraisers, we can use storytelling techniques to...
Read More
May 1st, 2023 Small Business, Taproot Plus
How Skilled Volunteers Can Help Your Small Business
It’s National Small Business Week, the best time to chow down at your favorite local diner, splurge on a necklace at the nearby boutique, or hang out in the hidden record store across town. It’s also time for small business owners to think about what their business needs to make it to the next National Small Business Week. Small businesses...
Read More
Apr 17th, 2023 Taproot Plus, Volunteer Consulting
Get Involved in National Volunteer Week!
April 16th marked the beginning of National Volunteer Week, when we honor volunteers, celebrate the impact of volunteerism, and, of course, volunteer! This year, Taproot isn’t just celebrating social good—we’re out to make even more of an impact. We’re challenging ourselves to find new, innovative ways to get nonprofits the resources they need, for free, and are calling for your...
Read More
Apr 17th, 2023 Volunteer Consulting
Time to Celebrate Volunteers!
It’s National Volunteer Week, a time to recognize the power of volunteers around the world! Established in 1974, National Volunteer Week is an annual celebration to honor and thank volunteers who make an impact in their communities. We are so grateful to our powerful network of over 37,000 skilled volunteers who have donated more than 1.9 million hours since 2001....
Read More
Apr 15th, 2023 Taproot Plus, Volunteer Consulting
Make a Difference in Just an Hour: Taproot Plus Sessions
One hour. One call. No need to leave the house. How does that sound for a way to change the world? Taproot Plus Sessions give professionals—like you—the chance to help a nonprofit identify solutions or next steps for a single, specific challenge in just 60 minutes. During these one-on-one consultations, volunteers help nonprofits brainstorm, troubleshoot, and diagnose challenges. Sessions are...
Read More
Mar 27th, 2023 Nonprofit Management, Taproot Plus, Volunteer Management
National Volunteer Week is Around the Corner—Is Your Nonprofit Ready?
April 16-22 is National Volunteer Week, a time to celebrate the impact of volunteers in our communities. It’s also a time volunteers are ready to help nonprofits—like yours! This year, Taproot isn’t just celebrating volunteer service—we’re out to make even more of an impact. During National Volunteer Week, you’re invited to join us as Taproot connects over 200+ incredible social...
Read More