Online volunteers are a great addition to regular volunteers, adding diversity and a wider range of knowledge and skills. Although volunteer managers need to be prepared with a slightly different approach in dealing with this group, the rewards are well worth the effort. This effective practice comes from the web pages of Merrill Associates, dedicated to strengthening leaders, organizations and communities. Mary Merrill authored the article, "Volunteering at Your Fingertips" for the October 2004 "Topic of the Month." A link to the article is provided.

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The Resource Center is your one-stop shop for online tools and training resources to strengthen your volunteer or service program. Sponsored by the Corporation for National and Community Service and administered by ETR Associates, The Resource Center is the central point for:

• Sharing training and technical assistance information among the Corporation's National Service programs
• Sharing information with potential grantees to help them apply for Corporation resources
• Providing technical assistance to any organization using volunteers to strengthen local communities