by Samantha Morris | Mar 21, 2024 | Grant Writing, News
Know your audience: Before you start writing, research the funding organization and their priorities. Make sure your proposal aligns with their mission and values. Be clear and concise: Use simple language and avoid using technical jargon. Make sure your proposal is...
by Samantha Morris | Nov 21, 2023 | Event Management
There are many moving parts that all need to come together to make an event work and unless sustainability is considered from the outset you’ll be looking at a huge pile of waste – leftover food, piles of papers and plastic – wondering what went wrong. But waste...
by Samantha Morris | Aug 21, 2023 | News, Not for profits, Uncategorized
How to define volunteer roles and responsibilities There are a few keys to a successful volunteering program, but one of the most significant, and often overlooked, is having clearly defined and specific volunteer roles. Consider this. Your not-for-profit community...
by Samantha Morris | Jun 22, 2023 | Communication, Conservation and land management, News, Not for profits, Uncategorized
In today’s digital age, social media has become an invaluable tool for grassroots urban conservation groups. Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter provide an opportunity to connect with a broader audience, raise awareness about environmental issues,...
by Samantha Morris | May 30, 2023 | Communication, Conservation and land management, News, Not for profits, Uncategorized
There are thousands of grassroots conservation groups around Australia worried about their ageing volunteer base. The easy assumption to make is that young people are not as interested in, or committed to volunteering as their older colleagues. I’m here to tell you...
