The Genius Blog
Celebrate Good Times, C’mon!
Doesn't nicer weather make you feel like a celebration is in order? Thankfully, spring is a season chock full of opportunities to celebrate milestones: graduation ceremonies, ...
Thank a Teacher and Show How Much You Appreciate Them
We're nearing the end of the school year (can you believe it?), and it's time to make sure those child whisperers otherwise known as teachers understand how much you appreciate ...
Celebrate Genius Moms with These Mother’s Day Ideas
Don't put off your planning for Mother's Day this year if you want to impress mom. We've got online sign ups to help you coordinate the perfect day with mom, and resources ...
SignUpGenius Gives Back at Brookstone Schools
Working at SignUpGenius, we get to see first-hand the power of volunteers each and every day. For National Volunteer Week, we wanted to make sure we put in our fair share ...
Volunteer Spotlight: Christian Adoption Services
We're celebrating National Volunteer Week at SignUpGenius by recognizing some of the hardworking volunteers who power our communities. We reached out to our four partner ...
Volunteer Spotlight: Samaritan’s Purse
We're celebrating National Volunteer Week at SignUpGenius by recognizing some of the hardworking volunteers who power our communities. We reached out to our four partner ...
Volunteer Spotlight: African Christians Fellowship International
We're celebrating National Volunteer Week at SignUpGenius by recognizing some of the hardworking volunteers who power our communities. We reached out to our four partner ...
Volunteer Spotlight: Brookstone Schools
We're celebrating National Volunteer Week at SignUpGenius by recognizing some of the hardworking volunteers who power our communities. We reached out to our four partner ...
National Volunteer Week News and Giveaways
At SignUpGenius, we believe that volunteers can change the world, so we are dedicated to helping you do just that. That's why — in honor of National Volunteer Week ...
Caution: Fundraising Ahead
When you run into the same fundraising problems year after year, the process becomes more of a chore, obligation and duty, rather than a worthwhile way to support your cause. ...
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School Saves Time with SignUpGenius
Recruiting parent volunteers used to be a time-consuming process for the Parent Teacher Committee at St. Francis Xavier Catholic School. "At the beginning of each ...
Parenting Hacks: SignUpGenius Style
Parenting is the hardest job you'll ever have, so it's not surprising we all rely on tips and tricks to get by. (And sometimes even little white lies.) We were inspired ...
Our Gift to Volunteers: Half off SignUpGenius Pro
It's time to celebrate volunteers —the unsung heroes of their organizations. At SignUpGenius, we know just how important it is to give volunteers recognition and ...
User Spotlight: Loaves & Fishes, Minneapolis
In just two years, Loaves & Fishes, Minneapolis has grown its volunteer base 75 percent to 7,000 helpers. That explosive growth has helped the nonprofit, which provides ...
SignUpGenius Named a North Carolina Best Employer: Why We Love What We Do
We really enjoy coming to work at SignUpGenius. And it's not all about the free snacks, smart co-workers or even the 401(k) match and flexible schedules. SignUpGenius ...
Resources and Ideas for A Perfectly Planned Spring
You probably haven't taken the flannel sheets off your bed yet, but before you know it, spring activities — and all the juggling that comes with them — ...
New Sign Up Themes are Always in Season
We can't help but feel inspired by the promise that spring brings - longer days and warmer weather will be here soon! As your calendar fills up with a bounty of spring events ...
SignUpGenius Rewards Library Makeover in Read Across America Giveaway
Last spring, SignUpGenius asked people to nominate a school in need of a library makeover and randomly selected one winner out of 16,000 entries. The $5,000 prize was awarded ...
SignUpGenius Powers Girl Scout Cookie Booths
A successful Girl Scout cookie sale starts online these days. From a new web-based sales platform to a digital-first organizing process, today's troops use online tools to ...
Look Who’s Talking About SignUpGenius
One of our favorite things at SignUpGenius is hearing from people who use our tools to make a difference. We love to share what people are saying about us and thought we ...
Extrafood.org Gives with Abundance to Feed California Community
Marin County, California, is known for its affluence. Located just outside San Francisco, the area is home to George Lucas' Skywalker Ranch and numerous high-tech companies. ...
Super Bowl Party Dos and Don’ts
Kelly Johnson Genius Support Analyst SignUpGenius Support Analyst Kelly Johnson loves a good party — especially if she's hosting it. She's a pro at finding ...
Fall in Love with Valentine's Day Planning
It'll be nothing but love this Valentine's Day. You'll fall for our planning resources to help you throw a great school class party or themed event. We've also got ideas ...
Missional Moms Organize Hope in Charleston Following Church Attack
When tragedy struck Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, the community sprang to action to help those mourning the nine parishioners killed. Stacie Gregory ...
Easy Ways to Participate in MLK Day of Service
"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" — Martin Luther King, Jr. Each year groups around the world plan service ...