Guides and updates for volunteer boards.
How-to guides, product updates, and ideas for the people running clubs without getting paid to do it.
The Real Cost of Managing Members with Spreadsheets
Spreadsheets cost volunteer organizations far more than they save. Lost data, wasted hours, and silent errors add up fast.
8 March 2026
The Best Membership Software Under $30/Month for Small Clubs
Real pricing and total cost breakdowns for membership tools under $30/month. Covers Somiti, Join It, Zeffy, MembershipWorks, and Raklet for 100-member clubs.
7 March 2026
Wild Apricot Is Getting Too Expensive: Here's What to Do
Wild Apricot prices have climbed steadily since the Personify acquisition. A breakdown of what it actually costs, what changed, and when it makes sense to leave.
6 March 2026
Why Clubs Lose Members at Renewal Time (and How to Fix It)
Most clubs lose members not because people want to leave, but because renewal is confusing, forgettable, or too late. Here's what the data says and how to fix it.
5 March 2026
How to Send Dues Reminders Without Feeling Like a Bill Collector
Friendly reminder scripts, timing cadences, and subject lines that get your members to pay dues on time without making you feel like you're shaking them down.
4 March 2026
Wild Apricot Alternatives: 7 Better Options for Small Organizations
Honest comparison of seven Wild Apricot alternatives with real pricing, ratings, and tradeoffs for volunteer-run clubs and small nonprofits.
3 March 2026
Running a Community Organization: Complete Guides by Type
Practical guidance for running PTAs, cultural clubs, booster clubs, youth sports leagues, HOAs, civic groups, and more, organized by the type of group you lead.
2 March 2026
Membership Management Software: How to Choose the Right Tool in 2026
A practical framework for volunteer leaders comparing membership tools. Covers pricing models, hidden fees, feature checklists, and honest competitor notes.
1 March 2026
Event Planning for Volunteer Organizations: From Idea to Execution
A step-by-step guide to planning events that don't burn out your volunteers, from budgeting and promotion to registration and post-event follow-up.
28 February 2026
Stop Using Venmo for Club Dues: The Legal and Financial Risks
Your club treasurer's personal Venmo isn't just inconvenient. It creates real tax, legal, and liability problems most volunteers don't know about.
27 February 2026
How to Grow Your Membership Organization: A Complete Guide
Proven strategies to recruit new members, keep them past year one, and build a community that grows through word of mouth.
26 February 2026
Collecting Membership Dues: The Definitive Guide for Clubs and Nonprofits
How to collect dues online or offline, set fair pricing, send reminders, and stop losing members at renewal time. A complete guide for volunteer treasurers.
25 February 2026