Community & Engagement

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,…

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…

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…

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…

Social Media for Nonprofits: 20 Tactical Campaign Tips

At the heart of every volunteer-based nonprofit lies an unyielding passion to make a difference. Yet, without…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

Celebrate Champions of Good on National Nonprofit Day

From donuts to cats, there seems to be a holiday for everything these days. While some holidays…

5 Steps to a Successful Service Club Membership Drive

Service Clubs are communities of individuals that are united by a common purpose: to make a positive…

15 Teamwork Activity Ideas for Scouts

As kids grow up, they will start to realize the importance of working with others. From school…

20 Printable Teacher Appreciation Gift Tags

Teachers play a pivotal role in our children's lives. They impart their knowledge and skills in an…

Ways to Celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Week 2023

The countdown is on. In 2023, National Volunteer Week is April 16 to 20. National Volunteer Week…

Volunteer Award Ideas with 10 Free Printable Certificates

Volunteers are the beating heart of your organization. They provide a wide range of services and skills…

Ideas for Attracting Volunteers from All Generations

Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below.…

How to Increase Involvement in Your Volunteer Group

Following is a transcript from this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer's Podcast. Welcome to the Two-Minute…

Suggestions for Dealing With Volunteer Burnout

Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer's Tip Podcast. Welcome to the…

10 Ideas for National Volunteer Week and Global Volunteer Month

There's no right time to show gratitude for an act of kindness, community service, or civic engagement.…

30 Church Community Building Ideas

If your church is simply going through the motions of putting on Sunday mass and passing the…

Zoom Meeting Ideas for Scouts to Stay Connected

From integrating girls and boys together, to incorporating new technologies, Scouts have really come a long way.…

15 Benefits of Youth Sports You Can’t Ignore

Did you play team sports in your youth? Are you or your child considering joining a team?…

Kiwanis Tips: 10 Simple Ways to Stay Relevant and Increase Membership

Kiwanis has over a century of rich history steeped in community service for kids and communities. With…

20 Ways to Motivate Kids in Sports

Motivation is defined as "the general desire or willingness of someone to do something". When it comes…

10 Easy Middle School Icebreakers

Being in the middle can be hard sometimes. You don't get quite as much guidance as you…

Back to School Tips for Parent Groups (PTA, PTO, PTSA)

A fresh school year deserves a fresh look at your back to school plans. Whether your school…

15 Youth Coaching Tips for Success

Whether you always wanted to coach or you've had to step in due to a coaching shortage,…

25 Good Things to Do With Your Kids as Summer Rolls On

Are your kids lamenting their boredom yet again as the hot summer continues? Do you feel like…

Considerations for Starting a Community Garden for Your HOA

When it comes to growing your own food, there are a great many benefits. Not only do…

25 of the Most Helpful Service Project Ideas for Scouts & Other Groups

We talk a lot about fundraising on this site, but one way for people -- especially today's…

This Volunteer Appreciation Kit is All You Need to Show Gratitude This Year

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and in 2021, Volunteer Appreciation Week is April 18-24. How do you plan to…

Youth Sports Award Ideas with 40 Free Printable Certificates

We may sometimes feel we live in an "everybody gets a ribbon" culture, but the truth is,…

5 Booster Club Membership Drive Ideas

There are many types of Booster Clubs that support students in anything from Sports to STEM. Whatever…

How to Put on a School Talent Show as a Fundraiser

A school talent show is a great way for the PTA or PTO to raise money. Even…

11 Virtual Community Service Ideas

At the time of this writing, it has been 394 days since the first COVID case was…

2021 Outlook: The State of Volunteerism in the U.S.

Many of us will not bat an eye when it comes to bidding 2020 adieu. It has…

35 In-Person and Virtual Holiday Activities for Teachers & PTAs

We've had quite a year and I for one am glad for the holiday season. Even though…

Shake Up Your PTA’s Annual Traditions

For parent groups like PTAs, PTOs, PFCs and Booster Clubs, tradition is as ingrained as the permanent…

10 Kids Sports Team Building Activities

As was often heard in my household growing up, it's not whether you win or lose, it's…

Ways to Grow Your Lions Club Membership

There are over 48,000 Lions Clubs the world over. Over 1.4 million people volunteer through local Lions…