Blog
The latest skills-based volunteerism resources, initiatives, and advice from Taproot staff and community members.
Public Service: As American as Apple Pie
Across the United States, family and friends will gather this week at picnics, cookouts, reunion…
Celebrating Disability Pride Month: Read, Watch, Take Action
After decades of advocacy and struggle, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed int…
Pro Bono is Powerful! Now Recruiting Volunteers for Unique Consulting Event
Today, nonprofits are facing countless challenges, but your skills have the power to help. Tapro…
Events
Learn about skills-based volunteering, brush up on pro bono best practices, or get ideas for your next community partnership at an upcoming Taproot event! Our events are free to join and all are welcome.
Professional Development through Skills-Based Volunteerism
Join this webinar to learn how to level up your professional growth and career through pro bono consulting while making a difference.
Pro Bono Support for Volunteer-Run Nonprofits
Better understand common challenges facing volunteer-run organizations and increase your nonprofit’s capacity with pro bono support.
Volunteer Office Hour
Join our office hours to learn how to get started if you are a new Taproot volunteer or interested in giving back your skills to nonprofits in need.
FAQs
Have questions? We have answers! Get to know our nonprofit and how you can participate in or support our programs.
Is pro bono free?
While Taproot’s programs are offered completely cost-free to nonprofits, pro bono does require a commitment of time and occasionally other resources (such as printing budget for a brochure). It’s important to recognize that skilled volunteers and nonprofits will need to invest time and energy to make pro bono work. The returns on this investment, however, are often enormous.
What kind of support can I receive pro bono?
While Taproot’s programs are offered completely cost-free to nonprofits, pro bono does require a commitment of time and occasionally other resources (such as printing budget for a brochure). It’s important to recognize that skilled volunteers and nonprofits will need to invest time and energy to make pro bono work. The returns on this investment, however, are often enormous.
Where do your skilled volunteers come from?
While Taproot’s programs are offered completely cost-free to nonprofits, pro bono does require a commitment of time and occasionally other resources (such as printing budget for a brochure). It’s important to recognize that skilled volunteers and nonprofits will need to invest time and energy to make pro bono work. The returns on this investment, however, are often enormous.
SUCCESS STORIES
Giving Back and Growing Forward: How Entrepreneur Kaitlyn Cole Leveled Up with Pro Bono
To inspire your skilled volunteering journey, get to know Kaitlyn Cole, a marketing agency found…
Success Story: Volunteer Chris Kammerer Uses Bold Strategies to Drive Nonprofit Growth
Chris Kammerer has given countless hours to help nonprofits over nearly 15 years tackle some of …
Success Story: Liwen Xu Finds Meaning in Skilled Volunteering
Discover how skilled volunteer Liwen Xu is using her professional experience to drive change and…
TOOLS & RESEARCH
Taproot 2023 Impact Report
This report reflects on our collective in 2023 and features stories of Taproot participants who …
Pro Bono Valuation: 2024 Edition
This resource provides the current rates based on professional service area and career level to …
15 Resources for Nonprofits Led By or Serving BIPOC Communities
Taproot and Disney compiled a list of articles, tools, trainings, research, funding opportunitie…
WEBINAR RECORDINGS
Explore our library of on-demand webinar and panel recordings for skills-based volunteering best practices, nonprofit advice and inspiration, community-led discussions, and more.
From Reactionary to Resilient: Developing Sustainable Fundraising Infrastructure
Watch this panel discussion as development experts walk you through building a strong, sustainab…
Expand Your Nonprofit’s Reach: Find, Engage, and Convert New Donors
Learn how segmenting, compelling messaging, and AI-driven automation can help your organization …
Volunteer Activation Event: Connecting Skills for Good
Watch this event recording to hear from nonprofits in the Taproot network and learn how to contr…