Jun 6th, 2019 Corporate Social Responsibility, Strategy, Technology, Volunteer Management
Supporting Nonprofits in their Digital Journey
Originally posted on VMware's blog. At VMware, we’re on a journey to put back more than we take, delivering long-term shared value for our stakeholders, and unlocking opportunities for all. As part of that journey, for the past three years, we’ve been working with the pro bono experts at Taproot Foundation, investing in tools and resources to help nonprofits build...
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May 15th, 2019 Nonprofit Management, Strategy, Technology, Volunteer Management
When Jumping to Solutions Gets You Nowhere Fast
Technology is a valuable tool for nonprofits. It can fundamentally transform the way you serve your community. But when you and your organization are short on time, budget, and resources, finding and implementing the right tech solution can feel overwhelming or unmanageable. That’s where pro bono support can make a big difference for your organization. Taproot teamed up with the...
Read More May 13th, 2019 Corporate Social Responsibility, Nonprofit Management, Technology, Volunteer Management
Addressing Social Sector Needs Through Technology Pro Bono
The social sector continues to lag in the adoption and use of technology due in part to lack of funding and limited staff. How can pro bono service bridge the gap between the needs of the sector and available human and financial resources? On the heels of last week’s Global Pro Bono Summit, Taproot Foundation and VMware are releasing their...
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Feb 25th, 2019 Nonprofit Management, Programs, Volunteer Management
Profile of a Pro Bono Super User: Free World Associates
Having successfully completed 33 pro bono engagements through Taproot+, Free World Associates are officially experts at pro bono project management. Here are their tips for recruiting and managing skilled volunteers.
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Feb 25th, 2019 Nonprofit Management, Volunteer Consulting, Volunteer Management
5 Tips for Managing Great Pro Bono
Through carefully managed pro bono projects, Taproot has seen entire websites built, hugely successful crowdfunding campaigns executed, and innovative new community programs designed. Use our five tips for great pro bono project management to create your own pro bono success story.
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Feb 25th, 2019 Nonprofit Management, Volunteer Management
Celebrating Your Volunteer
No pro bono project is complete without first celebrating your volunteer for their hard work and passion. Here are some fun suggestions on how to say thank you.
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Nov 14th, 2018 Leadership, Nonprofit Management, Volunteer Management
Developing a Diverse Pipeline of Nonprofit Leaders with Pro Bono
By Elizabeth Schwan-Rosenwald, Chief External Relations Officer Bridgespan has estimated that by 2023 nonprofit leadership will have turned over 100%. The turnover is not due to a mass retirement of Baby Boomers as initially projected. Instead, it is driven by a combination of factors including staff movement to another nonprofit, termination, and a decision to switch sectors. This flood of...
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Oct 26th, 2018 Technology, Volunteer Management
Case Study: LEAP Schools
This excerpt comes from Building Leadership with Skills-Based Volunteering: The Nonprofit Opportunity, published at The Conference Board. What motivates nonprofits and volunteers to engage in skills-based volunteering? Nonprofits use skills-based volunteering to strengthen their infrastructure in ways that better equip them to solve our communities’ challenges. Many volunteers give their skills to help solve a challenge for an organization addressing...
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Oct 18th, 2018 Campaign Initiatives, Global, Leadership, Nonprofit Management, Volunteer Management
The Nonprofit Opportunity
This article was written in collaboration with Team4Tech and released by The Conference Board. Building Leadership with Skills-Based Volunteering What motivates nonprofits and volunteers to engage in skills-based volunteering? Nonprofits use skills-based volunteering to strengthen their infrastructure in ways that better equip them to solve our communities’ challenges. Many volunteers give their skills to help solve a challenge for an...
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Oct 10th, 2018 Campaign Initiatives, Nonprofit Management, Social Impact, Strategy, Volunteer Management
Pro Bono + The Food Value Chain
If your nonprofit works along the food value chain, you know that trying to address the complex problems of hunger and food insecurity is as tough as it gets. It can be hard to figure out solutions to your unique capacity needs—and breaking down nuanced challenges into manageable chunks of work can feel like just one more task you don’t...
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