VolunteerMatch

We are so excited to continue this partnership through our merger with Idealist to help power volunteering of the MusiCares Foundation community! Make your pledge to volunteer during National Volunteer Week today.

Today's free webinar topic: Volunteer Position Descriptions. We will walk you through designing a volunteer position description you can use to create a volunteer persona, recruitment messaging, and follow up communications for prospective volunteers. Join us! https://hubs.li/Q039rN6M0

So many people are asking what they can do to make their voices heard. An answer I see coming up again and again: volunteer. This anecdotal evidence is backed up by a recent study by Independent Sector. The research report (link below) notes that more than half of voters are more likely to volunteer with nonprofits that: -educate lawmakers about local community needs (60%), -conduct local outreach to promote community and belonging (58%), -advocate for issues impacting underserved populations (57%), -provide resources to help them reach out to lawmakers on issues they care about (54%), and -provide resources to help them reach out to lawmakers to explain how they can help local charities do more in the community (51%). Advocacy is a potent addition to traditional volunteer service. It has always been important but often overlooked. This is an enormous opportunity to explore an expanded notion of volunteerism - and a chance to counter the misinformation being spread about nonprofits and government agencies. My latest blogs and a podcast series by Tobi Johnson, MA, CVA provides ideas for how you can tap into this energy. And if you’re ready to do the companion work of counteracting the ways that volunteerism can reinforce privilege and even be harmful, be sure to check out Breauna Dorelus, MPA's resources. (Links to everything in comments.) #VolunteerCommons #Advocacy #Nonprofits

Reading Partners is seeking volunteers (ages 14+) in California to support elementary students in Pasadena, Altadena, and LA by providing online literacy tutoring. Many of these students are navigating disrupted learning environments, but YOU can help them finish the school year strong. How it works: Volunteer 1 hour a week from the comfort of your home. Provide one-on-one reading tutoring for students in need. No experience required; all training and resources will be provided. Make a lasting impact on a child's education and confidence. If you're ready to make a real difference in a child's life and give back to the community, we invite you to sign up as an online reading partner. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something bigger and help a young reader grow. Sign up today and start your volunteer journey with Reading Partners! #Volunteer #ReadingPartners #CaliforniaVolunteers #WildfireRelief #Literacy #Education #CommunitySupport https://hubs.li/Q037x5w30

In the wake of devastating wildfires that have left communities in Altadena, Pacific Palisades, and LA reeling, we have an urgent and meaningful opportunity for you to help children in need. One of our nonprofits, Reading Partners is seeking volunteers (ages 14+) in California to support elementary students in Pasadena, Altadena, and LA by providing online literacy tutoring. Many of these students are navigating disrupted learning environments, but YOU can help them finish the school year strong. How it works: -Volunteer 1 hour a week from the comfort of your home. -Provide one-on-one reading tutoring for students in need. -No experience required; all training and resources will be provided. If you're ready to make a real difference in a child's life and give back to the community, we invite California residents to sign up as an online reading partner. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something bigger and help a young reader grow. Sign up today and start your volunteer journey with Reading Partners! https://lnkd.in/grZbprD4 #ReadingPartners #CaliforniaVolunteers #WildfireRelief #Literacy #Education #CommunitySupport

Join Jennifer as she kicks off a Volunteer Recruitment Workshop Series!

"Our mission has always been to connect inspired people with inspiring causes. By merging with Idealist, we’ll bring you more opportunities and a global reach." – Robert Savage, VolunteerMatch Board Chair We can’t wait to share new tools, deeper connections, and more ways to make a difference. ?? Learn more about our vision for the future: https://hubs.li/Q0340Wsm0 #VolunteerMatch #Idealist #MergerForGood Idealist.org

Corporate partners: With VolunteerMatch and Idealist.org joining forces, we’re growing the opportunities to engage your teams and create meaningful impact. Stay tuned as we expand our reach to help you build stronger communities and inspire action. ?? #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility #VolunteerMatch #Idealist

Nonprofits: Our merger with Idealist.org will give you access to an even deeper talent pool of passionate volunteers, interns, and staff. Whether you’re recruiting or inspiring, we’re here to support your mission. We’re excited to grow with you! More details: https://hubs.li/Q0340XHC0 #MergerForGood #VolunteerMatch #Idealist #SocialImpact

Volunteers: Your favorite platform, VolunteerMatch, isn’t going anywhere! With our merger with Idealist.org you’ll have even MORE ways to make an impact—locally, globally, and everywhere in between. ?? Ready to explore new opportunities? Keep making a difference with us! https://hubs.li/Q0340Zgw0 #MergerForGood #VolunteerMatch #Idealist #SocialImpact