Building GoVolunteering – some reflections

As we move into the week that we launch our new GoVolunteering software, I thought I’d reflect on our adventure into building community technology. It’s been a long journey. There have been some days where it has felt too long, but that’s what building something innovative, ground-breaking and next generation is. That said, we possibly …

We are Tech for Good

Our commitment to equality, equity and inclusion. Our software will only be ever be world class by building an inclusive and tested network. For everyone to benefit from technology and the opportunities it creates, we need a truly diverse technology sector and we are deeply committed to that. Building tech is challenging and even with …

Charity Digital explores how volunteering will develop in 2023

Many charities and non-profit organisations rely on volunteers to keep operating. The benefits of using volunteers are obvious. They are unpaid, increase reach and awareness of your cause, offer additional skills and expertise, and improve overall service delivery. In this article Charity Digital specifically looks at how the cost-of-living crisis will affect volunteering trends in 2023 …

‘Ambitious and person-centred’ vision for the future for volunteering

Volunteering should become part of everyone’s life by 2032, but organisations need to devolve power to individuals and communities, according to a new report.  The Vision for Volunteering movement, led by NAVCA, NCVO, Volunteering Matters, the Association of Volunteer Managers and Sport England, today published their key themes, following an evidence gathering phase which heard …