What are good books for me to read to get familiar with coordinating events and volunteers for a non-profit?
I am a new Programs Coordinator for United Way. I am a part of Community Impact with a focus on Education through "Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library" and Volunteer Center- Civic Engagement. What are some resource books to help me develop my skills as a Programs Coordinator? See below for more details about my job description.
I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Child and Family Studies so I am very familiar with non-profit organizations and resources for clients. However, coordinating programs and events as well as managing volunteers will be new to me! This is an entry-level position so I will have help from my supervisors. However, I would like to be independent as I can be so I can make their job easier! I would like to get my hands on some resource books that will aid me in my new position so that I can give my best to this organization!
Please only serious answers! Thank you for any help!
You can go to the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ website (www.afpnet.org) and look for webinars and books on the topics of volunteer coordination and event planning.
Also, check out the Chronicle of Philanthropy (http://philanthropy.com/) which is one of the leading publications read by non-profit professionals.
It sounds like you’ve got a great job!
Hope this helps. Good luck!
February 22nd, 2010 at 5:50 pm
You can go to the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ website (www.afpnet.org) and look for webinars and books on the topics of volunteer coordination and event planning.
Also, check out the Chronicle of Philanthropy (http://philanthropy.com/) which is one of the leading publications read by non-profit professionals.
It sounds like you’ve got a great job!
Hope this helps. Good luck!
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February 22nd, 2010 at 6:36 pm
In addition to Mel’s suggestions.
Look for a Non-profit resource center in your area. They often have lectures, workshops, discussion groups,etc. for Non-profit staff members and they can be very helpful. The one in my city also has a full library of books and resources available.
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February 22nd, 2010 at 7:05 pm
Look at your local community college for volunteer coordinating classes.
There’s only so much you can learn from books.
It;s like driving or swimming.
You have to do it.
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27 years as volunteer, staff, manager, board member, board president, and consultant to nonprofit corporations.