Tip of the Week August 05, 2024 We’ve seen many new accounts or new administrators who aren’t taking full advantage of everything Volgistics has to offer. We want to make sure you’re getting the most out of your investment. Did you know Volgistics includes features for: In addition to a library of help topics and
How to Recruit and Engage High School Volunteers
Today’s youth are ambitious, compassionate, and interconnected, making them excellent candidates for volunteer work and community outreach projects. In this comprehensive guide to high school volunteer recruitment, we unpack what motivates teenagers to volunteer, how organizations can build dependable teams of young, capable workers, and what keeps them engaged long-term. Reasons High Schoolers Would Want
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Identify Service Entries’ Source
Tip of the Week July 29, 2024 Service records in Volgistics can be created in a variety of different ways. Sometimes it is useful to be able to tell which method was used to create the record, or if the entry has been edited. To find this out you need to look at the service
Update Your Agency Information
Tip of the Week July 22, 2024 If your organization has changed its name, you may want to update your account so the correct name displays. Or, if you’ve moved to a different address, it’s always a good idea to keep the correct address on file. You can update your organization’s name, address, and web
10 Volunteering Statistics to Benefit Your Organization
Volunteers support essential community programs and initiatives that might otherwise struggle to find their footing due to limited resources. Understanding volunteer motivations and trends will help you refine your retention and recruitment strategies, optimize your organization’s success, and create more effective roles for your team members. Check out these interesting volunteer statistics and how they can affect
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Collecting Documents in VicNet
Tip of the Week June 24, 2024 In VicNet, you can ask volunteers to upload documents (such as waivers, release forms, or authorization forms). This feature can only be used accounts that also use VicDocs. This requires a few steps, so volunteers will need to download the form, complete it, and then upload the completed copy.
Developing a Volunteer Engagement Strategy
A volunteer engagement strategy is essential for coordinating your team and streamlining operations. Whether you’re looking to reduce waste or motivate your volunteers, an engagement strategy can help. Use these 10 tips to build a successful volunteer engagement strategy and create a productive, effective volunteer team. Why Create an Engagement Strategy? Developing a written volunteer
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11 Ways to Recruit Education Volunteers
Managing education volunteers means getting creative with your recruitment strategies. While there are many educational volunteer opportunities, it can seem like there aren’t enough volunteers for the job. Use these 11 strategies to recruit education volunteers, grow your team, and achieve your goals. 1. Use Social Media Social media is one of the most powerful tools we have for communicating with
Guide To Writing a Volunteer Job Description
If your organization relies on volunteers, you know how essential it is to attract good people. Your volunteers may form the backbone of your programs, performing the day-in and day-out work that allows you to focus on the long-term impact and growth your mission can achieve. You need your volunteers to be compassionate, hardworking, trustworthy,
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7 Signs You’d Be a Good Volunteer Manager
Becoming a volunteer manager might be the next step when you want to increase your involvement with your organization. With several responsibilities and required skills, volunteer managers connect nonprofit leadership and decision-makers with the individuals working on projects and campaigns. Volunteer Management Skills & Responsibilities Volunteer managers are essential individuals in ensuring organization functionality. Regular
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