Volunteer Management

Discover the latest volunteer trends shaping nonprofits and associations in 2026, including recruitment, engagement, and retention strategies.

Explore the latest Momentive product innovations across our solution suite, including AI-driven Certification Management, unified Event Software, new GiveSmart connectors, and mobile volunteer tools.

VolunteerMatters now integrates with Daxko Operations to unify volunteer and member data in one powerful view. This integration gives nonprofits deeper insight into the individuals who support their mission across roles—as volunteers, members, donors, or more.

Discover effective strategies for promoting volunteer projects by balancing visibility with clear, educational outreach. Learn how to craft compelling opportunity descriptions and leverage channels like email, social media, and community partnerships to boost engagement and participation.

Scaling volunteer training across multiple locations requires a balance of standardization, flexibility, and smart technology. Explore proven strategies to ensure consistent, high-quality training that empowers volunteers and strengthens your organization’s impact.

Trust is the foundation of effective nonprofit leadership, yet many leaders unknowingly stall progress by micromanaging capable team members. This article explores how empowering your staff through trust, clear expectations, and support not only boosts morale and ownership—but also drives greater mission impact.

Retaining volunteers is essential for building a strong, sustainable program, and it requires more than just gratitude—it demands intentional strategies. By focusing on meaningful experiences, thoughtful communication, tracking engagement, gathering feedback, and celebrating contributions, nonprofits can turn first-time volunteers into lifelong champions for their mission.

VolunteerMatters was born from a passion to help nonprofits access better technology for managing their volunteers. What started as a modular software solution evolved into a purpose-built platform focused on empowering organizations to create extraordinary volunteer programs through best practices and smart automation.

Explore volunteer recruitment strategies to boost association & nonprofit engagement. Discover tips and channels for finding dedicated volunteers.