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Nonprofits tackle some of the most intractable problems in our society. They do this typically under-resourced but with great passion for their mission. What do they do when they need a specific professional skill to build more mission capacity?Here’s where the encore movement comes in. It’s a phenomenon that’s been gathering momentum for a decade as part of a renewed cultural focus on the social impact that older, experienced professionals can have. With their specialized knowledge and years of experience, these pro bono professionals have the potential to be a huge boon to nonprofits seeking expert help.Learn how this social movement is coming to fruition – and how nonprofits can benefit – by listening to the first episode of the Moving Lives Forward Podcast: Want Impact….Try This!This episode covers…What is the encore movement and why is it important?How is the movement showing up in the Portland metro area?Who is attracted to serve as a professionally skilled volunteer? What’s in it for them?Why would a nonprofit embrace this type of volunteerism?And more!


