Jan 28th, 2020 Nonprofit Management, Programs, Volunteer Management
Build a Better Project Scope in 4 Simple Steps
It’s the beginning of a new year, and for many of us that means a new to-do list of projects to take on. You’re not alone if that list feels daunting! But in our years working with nonprofits and skilled volunteers, we’ve found that the key to getting things done is getting specific and staying focused with an initial project scope....
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Oct 9th, 2019 Advisory Services, Corporate Social Responsibility, Nonprofit Management, Volunteer Consulting, Volunteer Management
Taproot Foundation Announces the Average Hourly Value of Pro Bono Service is now $195
In the lead up to Pro Bono Week 2019, Taproot Foundation announces that the average hourly value of pro bono service in 2019 has increased to $195, up 30% over the 2015 valuation. The $195 valuation defines the average per hour value of time donated by business professionals to nonprofit organizations through pro bono services, including expertise in areas like...
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Aug 9th, 2019 Nonprofit Management, Social Impact, Volunteer Management
Profile of a Pro Bono Super User: Free World Associates
Conversations with Free World Associates’ Founder and President, David Steinman Free World Associates is a 30-year-old network of human rights and democracy activists. Completely volunteer run, their mission is to promote global peace and economic development by helping closed societies become more democratic, transparent, and accountable. At the helm is David Steinman, a foreign democracy revolution strategist who was honored...
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Jul 24th, 2019 All, Corporate Social Responsibility, Nonprofit Management, Volunteer Consulting, Volunteer Management
Taproot Foundation Launches Newly Transformed Matchmaking Platform Taproot Plus
Taproot Foundation is transforming how nonprofit and social change organizations access the pro bono support they need to achieve their missions by launching the newly redesigned matchmaking platform Taproot Plus at www.taprootplus.org. Each and every day, social change organizations are tackling our communities’ most critical issues. And they often do so without access to the marketing, HR, technology, or planning...
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Jun 6th, 2019 Corporate Social Responsibility, Service Area: Strategy, Service Area: 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, Service Area: Strategy, Service Area: 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...
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May 13th, 2019 Corporate Social Responsibility, Nonprofit Management, Service Area: 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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