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BOARD
DEVELOPMENT
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 Secrets
of Successful Boards
Edited by Carol Weisman
A "Boards 101" book for trustees new to boards, for
leaders of all volunteer associations, or for anyone starting
a nonprofit from the ground up. Well-known authorities on nonprofit
management present the basics with warmth, humor, and the joy
of service. Includes a chapter by Susan J. Ellis entitled, "People
Raising: A New Perspective on Volunteer Resources," along
with chapters on recruiting board members, fundraising, strategic
planning, running meetings, legal issues, technology, and the
business of boards. Enjoy the cartoon illustrations too! (B25-01) $24.95
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INSPIRATION |
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Passionate
Volunteerism
By Jeanne H. Bradner
A pocket-size book of wisdom and encouragement by one of the
nation's leaders on volunteerism. Written with succinct and concrete
examples, Bradner expresses how volunteers, government and nonprofits
can become a more powerful force. A nice gift item. (B19-00) $3.95
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Making
Dreams Come True without Money, Might or Miracles
By Ivan Scheier
Just off the press! This extraordinary book by Ivan Scheier urges
us all to nurture dreams -- our own and those of others. Every
important social, community, and personal change starts with a
spark of inspiration flamed by creativity and will. But all too
often, dream-chasers never even start the race. An ideal book
for volunteer managers who play the role of "dream catchers"
every day. Aren't most volunteers "dreamers"? (B27-01) $14.95
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RECOGNITION |
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Beyond Banquets, Plaques & Pins: Creative Ways to Recognize
Volunteers & Staff
By Sue Vineyard
A fresh look at old traditions and assumptions about recognition.
Learn to evaluate tangible items of gratitude and create recognition
systems that address the needs, wants and values of the modern
volunteer. Over 300+ ideas. (B5-00) $10.00
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RECRUITMENT |
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The
Volunteer Recruitment (and Membership Development) Book
By Susan J. Ellis
Susan Ellis has literally crammed this book with every suggestion
and recommendation on the subject of recruitment developed over
her 20+ years in the volunteer management field. She first shows
how to design the best assignments for volunteers as the initial
step to recruit the most qualified people. What follows is a wealth
of information on topics ranging from how your organization's
image affects your success in recruitment to where to look for
new volunteers, including your own backyard. Thie book also offers
a whole chapter on membership development for all-voilunteer organizations,
including how to get current members "off the rolls and on
their feet." (B26-01) $18.95
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101
Tips for Volunteer Recruitment
By
Sue Vineyard and Steve McCurley
Learn the factors influencing modern volunteer recruitment, motivation,
and strategies for targetted and mass recruitment. Hundreds of
great ideas from the best programs. A great motivator and invaluable
resource when you need an idea quickly. Special section on youth
recruitment, low-income, board members, men, and 9-5 volunteers.
(B16-00) $11.95
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PROGRAM
ASSESSMENT |
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Measuring Up! Assessment Tools for Volunteer Programs
By Sue Vineyard and Steve McCurley
Accountability is being demanded on every front. This book guides
you with forms and tools to help you fairly assess your program's
success, climate, performance, training, change, customer service,
communication and more. Tips to present and leverage data to hierarchy.
(B9-00) $17.95
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TRAINING |
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The Great Trainer's Guide: How to Train (Almost) Anyone to
Do (Almost) Anything
By Sue Vineyard
A user friendly guide packed with down-to-earth suggestions for
educating, developing and teaching people how to grow and be successful.
Address adult learning styles, motivation and needs. Special section
on starting your own business as an independent trainer. (B6-00) $20.00
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PROGRAM
MANAGEMENT |
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Building
Staff/Volunteer Relations
By Ivan H Schier
Help employees and volunteers work together successfully by exploring
the reasons for conflict between them. With wit and clarity, Scheier
eases the all-too-common stresses of this relationship with a
step-by-step process for nalyzing tasks and work preferences for
both paid and unpaid staff. Offers a great number of creative
and practical solutions. Contains lots of useful planning guides
(B22-01) $16.95
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From
the Top Down: The Executive Role inVolunteer Program
Success
By Susan J. Ellis
The first and only book that addresses the top decision-maker's
role in a volunteer program. It clearly illuminates the issues
necessary to faciliate volunteer program success, including developing
a vision for volunteer involvement, addressing questions of policy,
budgeting funds and other resources, staffing the volunteer program,
assessing the impact of volunteer contributions, and dealing with
legal, risk management, and insurance issues. Also explains the
revised FASB regulations on accounting practices regarding donated
time. (B23-01) $24.95
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The
(Help!) I-Don't-Have-Enough-Time Guide to Volunteer Management
By Katherine Noyes Campbell & Susan J. Ellis
Presents a step-by-step framework for creating a team approach
to volunteer management. With this realistic, no nonsense book,
you'll learn how to map the boundaries of your job and clarify
expectations; find administrative volunteers and put them to work
in vital ways; and share ownership -- and the work of the volunteer
program with everyone in your organization. Includes an appendix
of volunteerism resources. (B24-01) $14.95
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Best
Practices for Volunteer Programs: Best Ideas from Best Programs
By Sue Vineyard and Steve McCurley
For 25+ years, this dynamic duo has been gathering and sharing
innovative ideas in volunteer program management. In this new
must-read, readers will find an updated look at the future of
volunteering, new roles and competencies required by managers;
how to juggle five generations of volunteers; working with staff;
recruitment; mandated volunteering; self-help volunteers; the
volunteer life cycle; and building credibility - an awesome collection
of the best of the best!
(B21-01) $20.00
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Leading
Volunteers for Results: Building Communities
By Jeanne H. Bradner
A wonderful resource for both the new and experienced volunteer
program manager. Bradner, an experienced and thoughtful community
leader, shows how volunteer managers can succeed with mission-driven
leadership skills and inspire volunteers and staff for measurable
results. Easy to grasp, and extremely readable. Excellent examples,
charts, tables, graphs, and forms.
(B20-00) $11.95
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Handing Problem Volunteers
By Sue Vineyard and Steve McCurley
Every program must deal with problem volunteers. Learn how to
handle a wide variety of somewhat annoying to seriously disruptive
situations. Helpful how-to approach to manage differences, break
stalemates, redirect good intentions, threatened legal action,
and more. (B7-00) $17.95
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Stop Managing Volunteers! New Competencies for Volunteer Administrators
By Sue Vineyard
Learn why today's volunteers require new direction. This teaching
workbook examines the essential competencies and strategies for
the successful volunteer program administrator. (B12-00) $18.95
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Megatrends
By Sue Vineyard
Learn more about the ten dynamics that will change how volunteer
administrators will lead their programs: national community service;
cultural diversity, entrepreneurial and grassroots volunteering,
national leadership, international expansion, inclusion, ethics,
and public perception; building community, professionalism, and
the changing roles of volunteer program managers. Know where you
are headed and get some clear advice on how to get there! (B17-00) $15.95
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Secrets of Leadership
By Rick Lynch and Sue Vineyard
What makes an effective leader? Learn the principles of accomplishing
tasks and reaching goals through others. Practical, easy-to-apply
suggestions and techniques for developing leadership skills in
yourself and others. (B4-00) $15.00
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Secrets of Motivation: How to Get and Keep Volunteers and
Staff
By Sue Vineyard
Learn how through tapping into personal motivation you can sign
people up and keep them involved. Cut turnover costs with happy
and stable volunteer staff. Over 300 ideas for motivating special
audiences.(B11-00) $12.95
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Training Busy Staff to Succeed with Volunteers
By Betty Stallings
Today's manager of volunteers must take on the role of staff
trainer. This book provides methods to build commitment to the
volunteer program and guides you in the design of training sessions
to enhance staff competency. Also available is the companion 10
training modules in disk format. Just download and print what
you need. Modules include: Designing Volunteer Jobs, Recruitment,
Interviewing, Supervision, Delegation, Performance Reviews, Recognition,
Volunteer Motivation, Risk Management, and the Board's Role in
Supporting a Volunteer Program.
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Book only (B14-00) $12.00 |
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Book & Disk (B15-00) $68.00 |
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Volunteers for the City: A How-to Manual for Developing or
Enhancing Municipal Volunteer Programs
By LesLee Burnett, Sophie Horiuchi, John Lipp & Kelle Remmel
The needs and challenges of the municipal volunteer program
manager are unique. This manual addresses these issues and outlines
ten essential steps in developing and enhancing strong municipal
volunteer programs. Also includes special topics such as Building
Sustainability, Marketing, Youth, Court-Mandated and Transitional
Volunteers, Organized Labor Issues, and Working with Elected Officials.
Important volunteer management resources and sample tools from
successful municipal programs. (M1-99) $25.00
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Volunteer Management: Mobilizing all the Resources of the
Community
By Steve McCurley and Rick Lynch
A comprehensive guide to volunteer management that encompasses
all aspects of planning, organizing, creating and implementing
a high impact program. Covers volunteer motivation, recruitment,
screening, interviewing, supervision, evaluation, retention and
more. Includes staff-volunteer relations and risk management.
Perfect for the beginning or seasoned manager. (B10-00) $25.00
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101 Ideas for Volunteer Programs
By Sue Vineyard and Steve McCurley
A timeless easy-to-read reference, this book contains nearly
1000 practical suggestions for your volunteer program. Based on
conversations with thousands of leaders in the field. (B3-00) $11.95
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101 More Ideas for Volunteer Programs
By Sue Vineyard and Steve McCurley
More suggestions on volunteer recruitment, meetings, and problem
solving. Dynamic ideas for more effective programs. Tips for youth
and group involvement. (B2-00) $11.95
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FUNDRAISING |
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101 Ways to Raise Resources
By Sue Vineyard
This great book is sure to inspire your success in successful
resource development. Great fundraising ideas, including tips
on direct mail, special events, publicity, pledges, individual
donations and more! (B13-00) $11.95
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How to Produce Fabulous Fundraising Events
By Betty Stallings and Donna McMillion
A step-by-step guide to producing a perfect event, proven succesful
for hospitals, nonprofit organizations and churches. Walks you
through how to choose the right event for your organization, finding
and involving effective event volunteers, and all the details
of planning, budgeting, publicizing and evaluating a successful
event. Save hours of time with the disk which contains forms you
can adapt for your own organization (letter, lists, budget, etc.)(B8-00) $30.00
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YOUTH |
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The Kid's Guide to Service Projects: Over 500 Service Ideas
for Young People Who Want to Make a Difference
By Barbara Lewis
Full of ideas of service projects that kids can do on their own
to large-scale community wide commitments. From animals to crime
prevention, politics to safety issues, literacy to environmental
issues, this book can be a sanity-saver, helping those young people
who are often too young for agencies, find a way to serve and
make a difference. A great resource for teachers of service-learning.
(B18-00) $12.95
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