Community & Engagement

10 Free & Printable Volunteer Appreciation Certificates
National Volunteer Week is coming up. It’s a great opportunity to take a moment to celebrate their incredible contributions to your community. How do you plan to express appreciation to your group’s volunteers? One idea? Give them a volunteer certificate of appreciation. This is a simple, yet meaningful way to recognize their hard work and…

20 Budget-Friendly Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas with Free Poems
Teachers have a profound impact on our lives. They play a crucial role in shaping our future, imparting knowledge and instilling values. They inspire us to live up to our fullest potential. So, whether you are gearing up for Teacher Appreciation Week, the end of the school year or the holidays, there is never a…

Volunteer Thank You Video: Free Editable Canva Template
The countdown to Volunteer Appreciation Week is on. How will you use this special holiday to boost volunteer appreciation? As a busy volunteer yourself, we know time is of the essence, so we’ve got you covered! Introducing the editable Volunteer Week Thank You Video, an editable Canva template by MoneyMinder. This is a free and…

March Dadness: 25 Ideas for Engaging Fathers in Your PTA/PTO
Gone are the days when Parent Teacher Organizations were solely for moms. Today, dads are stepping up to the plate, eager to participate and contribute to their children’s education and school experiences. Yet, despite this shift in parental involvement, many PTOs still struggle to actively engage fathers in their initiatives. As we enter the month…

Stepping Out Together: 10 Rules of Parent Group Board Retreats (PTA, PTO)
Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) and Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs) play a vital role in fostering collaboration between parents, teachers and the school community. As a parent group board, the bond you forge sets the stage for how smoothly everything else will work. One powerful way to strengthen these bonds, build teamwork and set future goals…

New Data Shows the State of Volunteering in the U.S.
Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below. Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I’m Cyndi Meuchel, and today we’re talking about the state of volunteerism in the U.S. So, every two years the U.S. Census Bureau and AmeriCorps conduct studies around formal volunteering, informal…

MoneyMinder Co-Founder Talks Volunteerism on Agents of Nonprofit Podcast
To say that Cyndi Meuchel has been a lifelong volunteer is an understatement. A daughter of passionate volunteers, she started at the ripe age of 8. Cyndi recently joined host Alexander Lapa on his podcast, Agents of Nonprofit to discuss the evolving world of volunteerism. The discussion centered around the ever-changing realm, shedding light into…

Alleviating Board Burnout: Rekindling the Passion in Nonprofit Directors
Much like in the business world, in the world of nonprofits, the dedication of the Board of Directors is a driving force. Having a passionate leader can be a catalyst for change. But even the most committed individuals can experience burnout. The challenges of the nonprofit sector — big fundraising goals, unproductive board meetings, lack…

Pickleball Management: Building Financial Transparency and Trust in Your Club
If you aren’t already familiar with the sport of pickeball, you are missing out on a nationwide craze. What started back in 1965 has quickly grown from a niche sports to a popular pastime, captivating players of all ages. Last year, the sport of pickleball was the fastest-growing sport in the nation for the second…