August 17, 2023 Episode #71: Partnering with Funders to Support Volunteer Engagement with Jane Justis & Betsy McFarland In this episode, Tobi explores the fascinating world of partnering with funders to support volunteer engagement. We will learn about the critical role of capacity building for nonprofits, [...]
August 10, 2023 Episode #70: How to Organize a Volunteer Services Department of One In this episode, Tobi dives into the essential strategies and techniques to effectively structure and manage your volunteer program, even with limited resources. Whether you're a nonprofit executive, volunteer coordinator, or volunteer [...]
August 3, 2023 Episode #69: Why Are Volunteers Important ... or Are They? In this episode, Tobi explore the question that lies at the heart of it all: "Why are volunteers important?" We'll delve into the crucial role volunteers play in the success and sustainability of [...]
July 27, 2023 Episode #68: Match Volunteers for Joy & Purpose In this episode, Tobi dives into the art of how to match volunteers and how it can transform the volunteer experience. We know how important it is for organizations to ensure that volunteers are a [...]
July 20, 2023 Episode #67: How to Set Up a New Volunteer Coordinator for Success In this episode, Tobi dives into the topic of setting up a new volunteer coordinator for success. With the challenges of engaging busy individuals who have stopped volunteering due to the [...]
July 13, 2023 Episode #66: Partnering with Corporate Employee Volunteer Programs with Lynn Margherio In this episode, Tobi interviews Lynn Margherio about the importance of partnering with corporate employee volunteer programs and how this collaboration can benefit nonprofits in terms of impact and engagement. Skilled volunteers [...]
July 6, 2023 Episode #65: Using Email to Improve Volunteer Retention – Part 2 In this episode, we continue to explore strategies to improve volunteer retention part 2. We're excited to dive deeper into the power of email as a communication tool. While face-to-face interactions are preferred, [...]
June 29, 2023 Episode #64: Using Email to Improve Volunteer Retention – Part 1 In this episode, Tobi dives into the world of communication strategies and explore how leveraging email can significantly improve volunteer retention. But before we get into the details, let's take a moment [...]
June 22, 2023 Episode #63: How to Make Better Decisions with Rishma Walji In this episode, Tobi had an insightful conversation with Rishma Walji on how to make better decisions. Knowing who you are, how you want to show up, and what's essential to you, is [...]
June 15, 2023 Episode #62: 10 Ways to Create an Exceptional Volunteer Experience Not all volunteer experience are equal and the same. To truly make an impact, organizations must focus on creating exceptional volunteer experiences that not only benefit the organization, but also empower and motivate [...]