Great Resources For Volunteer Managers In the New Ellis Archive

Throughout her career, Susan J. Ellis was a passionate supporter of volunteerism, and a very influential pioneer in the field. Today, the Foundation named in her honor continues her work by fostering professionalism in the volunteer management field. To carry on this valuable support for volunteer managers, The Susan J. Ellis Foundation recently announced the […]

Common Questions on Volunteer Liability and Insurance, Answered – Part 2

In this post, we answer some of the most common Google questions regarding volunteer engagement. Do you need employer’s liability insurance for volunteers? “Employer’s liability” refers to the section of a workers compensation policy that covers defense costs, settlements or judgments in the event that an injured employee decides to sue the employer for negligence, […]

Want vs. Need: Insurance for Nonprofits

Do nonprofits need insurance? Of course, but it’s not always obvious which coverages are needed most. Because operating budgets are always tight, managers at nonprofit organizations must construct their insurance programs so that “need to have” coverage is always in place, and “nice to have” coverage is added as circumstances permit. Here is a guide […]