Barnett Waddingham’s Post

💡 Burn out is a risk to us all but especially volunteers. Whether you're leading a nonprofit or volunteering yourself, creating strategies to help mitigate burnout can make a significant difference. Check out these six effective steps to maintain volunteer engagement and well-being. Let's keep our volunteers energized and motivated for the causes we care about! #VolunteerManagement #NonprofitLeadership #CommunityImpact And remember, small progress and still progress ✨

Today, I am honored to share a body of research, The Generosity Commission Report, a vital piece of research that explores the evolving landscape of giving and volunteering in America. The report highlights a concerning trend: while total donations and hours volunteered have risen, fewer people are participating in giving and volunteering. This matters deeply. Generosity is not just about money or time—it's about #connection. It binds us together. It bridges gaps, fosters civic engagement, and builds a sense of community in an increasingly isolated world. This report is not just a reflection on decline—it is a call to action. It encourages us to expand our understanding of philanthropy beyond traditional forms of giving and to embrace the diverse ways people contribute today, whether through mutual aid, giving circles, or digital platforms. The spirit of generosity is evolving, and we must evolve with it. I invite you to download the Generosity Commission Report today. It includes recommendations on research, culture, practices and policies centered around engaging the everyday donor and increasing volunteering. Let’s use it as a blueprint to broaden our approach to generosity and spark new ways to engage. Together, we can build a future where everyone feels empowered to give and make a difference. https://lnkd.in/gb6u4HJc #GenerosityMatters #CivicEngagement #TheGenerosityCommission #ExpandPhilanthropy

Explore the connection between volunteering and employment in the nonprofit sector. Gain clarity on distinguishing the line between the two and ensure a positive volunteer experience. Ontario Nonprofit Network (ONN) sheds light on this crucial issue.

The latest report from The Generosity Commission spotlights the transformation and expansion of the giving landscape.   As business leaders, funders, and mentors, I believe it is important that we embed a culture of giving, volunteering, and impact investing into our companies' ethos to support a future of generosity.   As Jerre Stead shares, "Generosity that results in lasting change needs to be approached from multiple angles—philanthropic giving, impactful volunteering, thoughtful investments, and strong advocacy."

The Generosity Commission's new report highlights the impact of everyday giving and volunteering. In a time when fewer people are engaged with nonprofits, their actions are vital to meet local needs, build community, and strengthen our social fabric. Download the full report to learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02QMPl_0

Acts of kindness during the holiday season can create a ripple effect of positivity in our communities. This year, let’s focus on spreading joy through simple, thoughtful gestures. Whether it's delivering a warm meal to a neighbor, volunteering, or simply writing a heartfelt note to someone who could use encouragement, every act counts. A few ideas to inspire our kindness journey: Leave a surprise treat for your coworkers. Donate warm clothing to those in need. Offer to help a busy friend or family member with their holiday preparations. Let’s make this holiday season memorable by sharing kindness and uplifting those around us! What are your favorite acts of kindness during the holidays? Share your ideas below!

Have you been thinking about skilled volunteering but worried you don't have what it takes? Even seasoned professionals struggle with confidence from time to time, but don't let imposter syndrome prevent you from giving back to a nonprofit in need! Read our team's advice for conquering self-doubt as a skilled volunteer: https://bit.ly/3YWYSSF #skilledvolunteering #nonprofitsupport #socialchange #socialimpact #skillsbasedvolunteering #impostersyndrome

A solid piece of advice? Raise your hand.   I’m not only talking practically, though I do encourage speaking up and sharing your perspective. Since April is #NationalVolunteerMonth, I’d love to talk about raising your hand to give back to your community. I’ve always encouraged my family to give back by volunteering, doing things within our power to make a difference in the community we live in. I view it as all of our responsibility to give back.   At Silfex, we’re given paid time off to volunteer. I believe this is being part of the community we live and work in. One of the things I love most about our culture is seeing how much our team members give back to the community. When there is a call for help, we raise our hands. Recently, there were devastating tornadoes in our area. The team jumped into action – donating water and using volunteer time to help community members impacted by the storms.   It’s inspiring. It makes me even more proud to work with the team. It makes me a better community member and it helps to build the culture of giving.   What does volunteering mean to you? How does your organization support giving back to the community? How does that impact your employee experience?   #Culture #GiveBack

The public library system is an incredible resource for everyone, at every age, in every stage of life . . . it's not just reading and books -- a source of adventure, learning, comfort, and growth all on their own! It's also about a quiet place to sit and just be, it's about heat in the winter and AC in the summer, it's about games, it's about homework help and job support, it's about community building, it's about self-improvement and self-care . . . it's so very many things and I am over-the-moon grateful to have been introduced to the magic and power of libraries at an early age by my mom, to have always lived near wonderful and extensive library systems, to have made it a point to find the nearest library, and to have eventually grown to enrolling in digital library memberships. If you do anything this week -- patron, support, and thank your local library! #publiclibraries #publicgoods #communityspaces #safespaces #lifelonglearning

😔 Feeling exhausted by everything going on in the world? You’re not alone. It can feel overwhelming at times, like nothing we do really makes a difference. But here’s the truth: *you* are making a difference. Every time you support Family Promise of Greater Wichita—by volunteering, donating, or spreading the word—you are helping children and families right here in our community. Family homelessness often goes unseen, but your involvement helps keep families together, safe, and stably housed. That’s not just a small act—it’s life-changing. By helping one family find their way home, you’re making the future brighter for all of us. If you’ve been feeling like the world is too heavy to change, remember: through organizations like Family Promise, *you* are already making a big impact. One family, one child, one home at a time. 💛 #FamilyPromiseWeek #MakingADifference #BrightFuture #YouMatter #KeepingOurPromise #EveryChildDeservesaHome #HopeChangesTheStory