Membership Funnel: How to Build One That Converts Visitors Into Members

Last Updated: June 2026 Only 45% of associations reported membership growth in 2024, down from 49% just three years earlier, according to the MGI 2025 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report. The more sobering number is this: the median first-year member renewal rate is 74%. That means 1 in 4 new members joins an organization and never […]

Volunteer Management: A Practical Guide for Nonprofits (Recruit, Manage, Retain)

Volunteer management guide for nonprofits: coordinator with clipboard leading a diverse volunteer team

Quick Answer: Volunteer management is the system a nonprofit uses to recruit, onboard, schedule, communicate with, recognize, and retain volunteers. For small nonprofits without a dedicated volunteer coordinator, the practical goal is simple: build a repeatable process that makes volunteers feel valued and keeps them coming back, without adding hours of admin work every week. […]

A Complete Guide to Building a Private Online Community

Online communities allow similar-minded people to interact and engage with each other. These communities can be private or public depending on their purpose. There are lots of platforms that offer tools for communities to increase their engagement. If you are someone who wants to build a private online community, keep reading to find out more […]

Membership Model: A Complete Guide to Types, Benefits & How to Choose

Last Updated: September 10, 2026 Have you ever wondered what it takes to unlock a world of exclusive benefits, unparalleled access, and a community of like-minded individuals?  🤔 Imagine being part of a select community that shares your passions and interests, where you can enjoy unique experiences and opportunities that others can only dream of.  […]

60 Member Engagement Strategies That Actually Work

60 Member Engagement Strategies That Actually Work

Last updated: October 2026 Do your members feel disconnected? Is your organization struggling to keep participation high? This guide rounds up 60 practical member engagement strategies across onboarding, renewals, communication, education, networking, and recognition, plus how membership management software fits into the picture. For nonprofits, associations, and clubs, member engagement is the difference between a […]

Top 5 Membership Website Builders

Building a membership website is a fantastic strategy to increase revenue and member loyalty. This article is for you if you want to build a website that gives users access to a community and special benefits. The best five membership website builders are included below with their reviews and pricing information! What Is a Membership […]