Outdoor Projects Return: Tools, Ladders, and “Weekend Fix-It” Risks for Volunteers

With spring here, many organizations ramp up outdoor projects. Community cleanups, minor repairs, and weekend “fix-it” efforts bring volunteers together to make a visible impact. These projects may seem simple, but they often involve ladders, tools, lifting, and uneven terrain. So, they involve risk. That raises an important question: What insurance coverage protects volunteers during […]

Volunteer Appreciation Week: Recognition That Also Reinforces Safety

Volunteer Appreciation Week, highlighted by initiatives like National Volunteer Week, gives organizations a chance to celebrate the people who power their mission. Many nonprofits focus on recognition alone. Recognition matters, but now is also an opportunity to strengthen nonprofit risk management. How can nonprofits recognize volunteers while improving safety and reducing risk? The answer starts […]