The Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement (CCVI) is a framework for involving volunteers in all levels of an organization, including leadership, direct services and virtual roles. It consists of 14 organizational standards for volunteer involvement. Here’s how your organization can adopt the CCVI and strengthen both its volunteer engagement strategy and its capacity to meet […]
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Group volunteering involves engaging in a volunteer activity as a group, whether with friends, family, colleagues or acquaintances. Group volunteering can involve a specific project with a set timeframe, or it may involve an ongoing commitment shared by a group of volunteers. Group volunteering can provide support and services in a community in a short […]
Continue ReadingOur Top 12 Volunteer Engagement Tips for 2016
Volunteers are an important part of communities nationwide. Many non-profits depend on them to deliver services and make a difference. Here are our top 12 volunteer engagement tips for 2016: Ensure that your organization’s values and goals align with the experience your volunteers are looking for. Informal volunteer recognition is often more effective than formal methods. Volunteers should receive training specific […]
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