Nov 6th, 2023 Social Impact, Taproot Plus, Volunteer Consulting
Get Involved in Taproot’s Winter Volunteerism Drive
By Kimberly Swartz, Senior Director of Community Engagement, Taproot Foundation Donate your professional experience to a great cause through a free Taproot Plus account Why is now the right time to get involved? Nonprofits consistently step up for our communities. Now, it’s our turn to step up for them. Since 2020, nonprofits have been tasked with meeting rising community needs...
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Oct 20th, 2023 Social Impact, Volunteer Consulting
5 Ways to Make a Difference During the Holiday Season
By Kimberly Swartz, Senior Director of Community Engagement, Taproot Foundation The holiday season is a critical period for nonprofits as they fundraise for resources to fuel their mission the following year. Unfortunately, due to inflation, the ongoing pandemic, and other factors, 2023 has been a tougher year than most, as social good organizations globally report historically low levels of volunteerism...
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Aug 29th, 2023 Social Impact, Volunteer Consulting
Celebrate Labor Day by Supporting Nonprofit Employees
These days, Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, a day at the beach and barbecues, but it began as a time to honor the achievements and contributions of American workers. Join us in celebrating Labor Day by supporting the dedicated nonprofit employees serving our communities! Ninety-two percent of nonprofits report a lack of critical resources and skilled volunteers—like...
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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,...
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Feb 6th, 2023 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Social Impact, Volunteer Consulting
Make a Difference in Black History Month
Since 1976, our country has celebrated Black History Month in February to recognize the contributions of Black Americans to our country's culture and history. It is an opportunity to honor the legacy, accomplishments, and societal impact of our fellow citizens. Taproot would like to highlight some of our nonprofit partners who are working in our Black communities to ensure a...
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Jan 12th, 2023 Social Impact, Volunteer Consulting
How Martin Luther King Jr. Inspired the Pro Bono Movement
Battling for civil rights through pro bono service On Monday, January 16, America celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a National Day of Service, to encourage people to volunteer in their communities and advance social equity across the country. Volunteering your skills and experience is one way to serve your communities on this holiday. At Taproot, honoring Dr. King’s legacy...
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Sep 21st, 2021 Social Impact, Volunteer Consulting
3 Benefits of Volunteering Pro Bono
Volunteers are the driving force behind Taproot pro bono. Right now, tens of thousands of business professionals have signed up to generously donate their skills and time to nonprofits in our community. But why do they do it? Why are they so willing to share their valuable expertise for free? The honest answer: it varies. In Taproot’s 20 years of...
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Sep 14th, 2021 Programs, Social Impact, Taproot Plus
Taproot Foundation Deepens Community Impact with Online Program
Taproot Foundation was founded on a core belief: that greater change can be achieved in the world when we help to strengthen the organizations that are tackling society’s greatest challenges. Twenty years later, we’ve seen the evidence. Eighty-five percent of nonprofits believe their project with Taproot will increase their organization’s effectiveness. We’ve worked hard to harness the passion and commitment...
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Jan 29th, 2021 Nonprofit Management, Service Area: Strategy, Social Impact
Pro Bono in Action: Postcolonial Networks
This is a part of Taproot’s series featuring resilient nonprofit leaders. Download the nonprofit resource, Building Resiliency Through Pro Bono, for additional project highlights and nonprofit case studies. Postcolonial Networks is a nonprofit that celebrates, cultivates, and distributes the work of scholars who write in the contexts of Africa, Asia, and South America. And pro bono has become a key resource for their capacity-building efforts, ultimately supporting their mission to amplify voices that are often overlooked. Knowledge is borderless ...
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Jan 21st, 2021 Nonprofit Management, Service Area: Strategy, Social Impact
Pro Bono in Action: Hand in Hand Parenting
This is a part of Taproot's series featuring resilient nonprofit leaders. Download the nonprofit resource, Building Resiliency Through Pro Bono, for additional project highlights and nonprofit case studies. When thinking about organizations laying the groundwork for the future, look no further than Hand in Hand Parenting. Their nonprofit is dedicated to helping parents build resilient families by equipping them with...
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