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All nonprofits Are Not Created Equal

There are things to consider before you volunteer to ensure that you are putting your time into a non profit that is going to utilize your efforts so people receiving services get the best results they can.

• Find out from word of mouth or use President Barack Obama’s site Serve.gov
• Test the waters before you commit to long term volunteering
• Watch for office politics which can reduce the effectiveness of their services

Do you want to volunteer specific skills or generally help?
Things to consider for volunteer events

• Accurate communication of event details
• RSVP

Fundraising via volunteering

Does the nonprofit offer training?

My experience today at Project Homeless Connect Minneapolis