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    Honoring the origins of the pro bono movement in the fight for civil rights
    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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    Dec 1st, 2022 Volunteer Consulting

    Want to Boost Your Career? Volunteer Your Skills!

    Are you looking for a new job? Maybe you want to refine your skills in a new industry outside of work, or maybe you want to strengthen your leadership abilities. Volunteering your skills can be an excellent method to boost your career in any field! Here are 7 ways skills-based volunteering could benefit your career. 1. Strengthen your skills Volunteering...

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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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    Giving Tuesday text on notebook in pile of leaves
    Oct 16th, 2022 Service Area: Fundraising, Service Area: Marketing, Volunteer Consulting

    Give Your Skills on Giving Tuesday

    Giving Tuesday, created in 2012 in response to the shopping-centered days of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, is a day that encourages people to give back to nonprofits and their communities. The idea is that after people have spent money shopping, they may spend money giving to others. Since its inception in New York’s 92nd Street Y, Giving Tuesday has...

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    Jul 20th, 2022 Volunteer Consulting

    You Know More Than You Think: Volunteer and Fight Imposter Syndrome

    Some of the most successful people in the world have imposter syndrome: feelings of self-doubt and insecurity, low self-worth, and a sense that you are not qualified or deserving of a job. Even if you have impressive qualifications and strong skills, imposter syndrome can make someone feel isolated or as though they don’t belong. While feelings of self-doubt are common,...

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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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    June 19 is Freedom day
    Jun 16th, 2022 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 who do crucial work for racial justice. To celebrate Juneteenth, we close our offices for the day and give...

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    Jun 1st, 2022 Volunteer Consulting

    Celebrating Generosity During UK Volunteers’ Week 2022

    We’re proud to join nonprofits, charities, and volunteerism organizations across the United Kingdom in celebrating service during Volunteers’ Week 2022! June 1-7 is a time to reflect on the amazing contributions that volunteers have made towards social good over the past year and come together for more impact.  Taproot is proud to support the United Kingdom in making a difference....

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    May 18th, 2022 Tips from Taproot, Volunteer Consulting

    Your Guide to Including Skilled Volunteering Experience on Your Resume

    Updating your resume: a familiar (if not well-loved) task for all working professionals. Updating your resume can be a daunting task on its own—but trying to add your skilled volunteering, or pro bono consulting, experience presents a new challenge. We can help with that! We created this guide after asking volunteers for advice on why, where, and how to best...

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    Apr 15th, 2022 Nonprofit Management, Social Impact, 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, this annual celebration inspires, honors, and encourages people to volunteer and make an impact in their communities. We are so grateful to our powerful network of over 30,000 skilled volunteers who have donated more than 1.9 million hours since 2001. They truly...

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