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Helpful Scout Service Projects

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 youth — to give back is with their time. Service projects are a great way for Cub Scouts, Eagle Scouts, Girl Scouts and other community service groups to help their community. According to the Boy Scouts of America…

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11 Virtual Community Service Ideas

At the time of this writing, it has been 394 days since the first COVID case was verified in the United States. As we are all well aware, things spiraled quickly from there, and business, school and personal lives have not quite been the same since. Community Service is no exception, and the opportunities to…

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How to Settle HOA Disagreements

When you purchase a property that is managed by a Homeowners Association (HOA) or Property Owners Association (POA), you should make sure you understand the rules. Go through the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs). Whew, that’s a lot of acronyms! Maybe the CC&Rs don’t seem like a big deal at the time you purchase your…

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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 been a challenging year (to say the least). You’d be hard pressed to find someone who wasn’t looking forward to turning the corner to 2021. Many sectors have seen dramatic impacts in what they consider “normal”. Volunteerism is…

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7 Ways to Handle HOA Accounts Receivable

Why did you join your HOA Board? Maybe you wanted your voice to be heard on the approved paint color schemes. Or you felt you could lend your handyman/handywoman experience to the new mailbox project. The fact is, most people join their HOA Board to help foster the betterment of their community, not to enforce…

Most Valuable Volunteer MVV

Meet the Volunteer: Berta Keller

Meet the Volunteer: Berta Keller Our 4th Quarter 2020 Most Valuable Volunteer Nominate Someone Berta Keller is our Most Valuable Volunteer for the fourth quarter of 2020. Congrats, Berta. Thanks for all you do. Berta Keller has been volunteering since her son was in Kindergarten. He is now a sophomore in high school, and she…

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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 Clubs in over 200 countries. The mission of a Lion is simple: to serve. They serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and international understanding. Today, Lions continue to connect and serve using virtual tools wherever possible.…

Most Valuable Volunteer MVV

Meet the Volunteer: Carla Olivo

Meet the Volunteer: Carla Olivo Our 2nd Quarter 2020 Most Valuable Volunteer Nominate Someone Carla Olivo is our Most Valuable Volunteer for the second quarter of 2020. Congrats, Carla. Thanks for all you do. Carla Olivo is the Content Manager for SoCo Neighbors, Clifton Living, and Neighbors of Fairfax Station magazines circulated in northern Virginia.…

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Small Nonprofit Leadership: 10 Strategies for Success

Having a leadership role in a small nonprofit like a parent group, service club, sports team or more can add a lot to your plate. These are almost always volunteer positions for already busy people. And whether your group is a team of three or a small army consisting of a Board of Directors, officer…

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Nonprofit Management in the Face of the Coronavirus Crisis

We know that, as a volunteer, you move mountains. And now you’re probably looking at moving mountain ranges. The rapid outbreak and spread of the novel Coronavirus is likely changing the way you manage your organization. Following are some ideas for making adjustments while still keeping things running: Managing Your Nonprofit During Coronavirus Send a…