May 18th, 2023 All, Nonprofit Management, Taproot Plus
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...
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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...
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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...
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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? National Volunteer Week (April 16-22) is here, and it’s the perfect time to get involved in your community. We have a quick and highly-effective way you can join in the celebration—and support a nonprofit in need. Taproot Plus Sessions...
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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...
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Jan 11th, 2023 Nonprofit Management, Taproot Plus
5 Ways Skilled Volunteers Can Boost Your Nonprofit Startup
By Kimberly Swartz, Director of Community Engagement, Taproot Foundation Have you recently started a nonprofit? Congratulations! So, what’s next? Starting a nonprofit organization can be both a thrilling and challenging time. Your to-do list is growing by the minute, but support is just a few mouse clicks away. We recognize that once you’ve received your 501(c)(3) status, it can be...
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Nov 22nd, 2022 Taproot Plus, Volunteer Consulting
Volunteer Your Skills to Your Favorite Causes This Holiday Season
The season of giving is upon us! With the winter holidays around the corner, you may be searching for worthwhile volunteer opportunities to commemorate the season. Working in your local food bank or donating money are always generous options, but why not use what you already know? Consider volunteering your professional skills in marketing, HR, strategy, technology, finance, or more,...
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Jun 22nd, 2022 Nonprofit Management, Taproot Plus, Volunteer Consulting
How One Hour Can Make a Difference for Nonprofits and Volunteers
Schedules these days are tight. If you work at a nonprofit, you’re probably on the hunt for quick, efficient ways to get answers and advice. And if you’re a professional searching for ways to get involved in your community, you want something that doesn’t overwhelm your busy calendar. A one-hour Taproot Plus session could be just the opportunity you’re looking...
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May 28th, 2022 Taproot Plus, Tips from Taproot
How to Use Taproot Plus: Post a Request and Find a Skilled Volunteer for Your Nonprofit
So you’ve signed up on Taproot Plus—now you’re ready to find the right volunteer and get things done! But how does it all work? We’ve broken down the steps on how to use Taproot Plus to post your very first request so you can set it up, find the right volunteer, and make a difference as soon as possible. Here’s...
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Oct 29th, 2021 Pro Bono Week, Service Area: Technology, Taproot Plus
Pro Bono Week: Five Website Development & Design Volunteer Opportunities
Pro Bono Week 2021 is here! But what exactly is Pro Bono Week? It is a special time to celebrate the impact of pro bono service globally. The week allows us to recognize the commitment of the volunteers sharing their skills, as well as the social change organizations harnessing that talent to move their missions forward. Every Pro Bono Week, Taproot...
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