Guides and updates for volunteer boards.
How-to guides, product updates, and ideas for the people running clubs without getting paid to do it.
CheddarUp vs. Somiti: Which Is Better for Parent Groups?
A feature-by-feature comparison of CheddarUp and Somiti for PTAs, PTOs, and parent groups that need to collect money, manage members, and organize events.
4 May 2026
Outgrew Spreadsheets? Not Ready for Enterprise
How to choose right-sized membership software when spreadsheets are failing but enterprise platforms like Wild Apricot are overkill for your community group.
1 May 2026
Virtual vs. In-Person Events for Community Groups
How to decide between virtual, in-person, and hybrid events for your community organization, with real costs, format recommendations, and honest tradeoffs.
30 April 2026
Career Value as a Recruitment Tool: Attracting Gen Z Members
79% of Gen Z values volunteering as a path to career advancement. Learn how to frame club roles as resume-building experiences that attract and retain younger members.
29 April 2026
Why Your Signup Form Is Driving Away Younger Members
Gen Z ranks ease of involvement as a top factor. Learn why your membership signup process loses younger members and how to fix it with mobile-first, frictionless forms.
28 April 2026
The Member Engagement Ladder: From Newcomer to Advocate
Map your members across five engagement levels and use specific tactics to move them from passive dues-payer to active champion who recruits others.
27 April 2026
Club Treasurer Handbook: Your First 90 Days
A practical 90-day roadmap for new club treasurers covering account setup, dues collection, financial reporting, and building systems that make the role manageable
24 April 2026
How to Handle Members Who Don't Pay Their Dues
A step-by-step guide for volunteer treasurers dealing with unpaid dues, from friendly reminders to formal suspension, without destroying relationships.
23 April 2026
How to Open a Bank Account for Your Club or Association
Step-by-step guide to opening a bank account for your club, community group, or nonprofit including required documents, EIN applications, and best bank options.
22 April 2026
Nobody Wants to Be Treasurer. Here's Why.
Struggling to find a volunteer treasurer? Learn how to simplify club financial administration so the role becomes manageable and people actually want it
21 April 2026
How to Run a Productive Board Meeting in 30 Minutes
Your board meetings don't need two hours. Here's how to use consent agendas, pre-reads, and time blocks to finish in 30 minutes.
20 April 2026
How to Run a Rotating Savings Circle Online
Learn how to run a rotating savings circle online with digital tools for tracking contributions, scheduling payouts, and building trust in your savings group.
17 April 2026