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Hands On Network |
T/TA Focus: Leveraging Volunteers |
The following effective practices have been provided by Hands On Network, an important partner in the network of training and technical assistance providers maintained by the Corporation for National and Community Service.
Allaying typical concerns of first-time volunteers
Assessing community needs before planning a service project
Assessing potential partnerships with community-based organizations
Assessing your organization's potential for partnerships
Considering the types of volunteers available to your program
Contacting potential partners
Creating budgets for volunteer projects
Deciding on the "right" volunteer project for your program
Deepening the connection between service activities and civic involvement
Developing position descriptions for volunteers
Ensuring safety during service projects
Establishing campus connections for engaging college students as volunteer leaders
Finalizing your service day project plan
Keeping volunteers motivated by maintaining positive communication
Mapping your volunteer project
Moving from reflection to action with a volunteer plan
Planning the logistics of a volunteer service project
Recruiting college students as volunteer leaders
Supporting student volunteers in building leadership skills
Thinking through the details of a service project: a checklist
Understanding and facilitating group process when engaging student volunteer leaders
Using a project calendar to assist with recruiting and scheduling volunteers
Using viral marketing to recruit student volunteer leaders
Additional effective practices related to leveraging volunteers...
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