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How Lessons Learned From Fighting Food Insecurity Can Help Your Nonprofit

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Even if you think that your area of interest could not possibly have been addressed by governance or the courts, there may be laws on the books that affect the handling and redistribution of specific or related resources. Starting and growing locally will allow you to hone your skills and best practices while minimizing burnout.

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10 Tips for Managing Crisis Volunteers in Natural Disasters

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Keep appropriate waivers and liability forms ready for volunteers to sign. Prevent burnout by scheduling volunteers in shifts of two or four hours. Volunteer hours in a natural disaster may also be eligible for reimbursement from the government. Develop a screening procedure in “normal” times to make crisis screening easier.