volunteerism

8 Strategies for Reducing Conflict in Your Volunteer-Based Nonprofit
Volunteer-based nonprofits are the backbone of many communities. At MoneyMinder, we’ve been working with these groups since 2003 (and volunteering with them for a lifetime). We’ve witnessed how even the most well-intentioned groups can experience conflict. Nonprofit conflict can stem from a variety of sources, such as differing opinions, personality clashes and misunderstandings. Most of…

How to Get Volunteers Up to Speed Quickly
As a leader, it can be frustrating when it feels easier to do everything yourself rather than delegate tasks to others. However, building a team or community to help can alleviate stress and further your cause. In this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast, you’ll find tips to make the most out of…

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…

How to Make your Treasurer Reports So Sexy People Will Look (and Listen)
Following is a transcript from this episode of MoneyMinder’s Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. Welcome to the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip podcast. I’m Cyndi Meuchel, and today we’re talking about how to make your financial reports so sexy, people will read them. So, truth be told, I Googled that topic before I started this podcast,…

Tips for Filling Open Nonprofit Board Positions
Joining the board of a nonprofit organization can be a deeply fulfilling experience. It is a chance to contribute to your community and support a cause you care about. Whether it is for a PTO, Booster Club, Charity, Art Group or Service Club, these positions help make a tangible difference in the world. However, filling…

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…

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 show a little love to your volunteers this year? In the past, we’ve tried to aid in your efforts with volunteer appreciation quotes and printable volunteer thank you cards. Last year, we shared ways to give thanks to your…