Your organization’s volunteer opportunities likely looked a bit different over the past few years with the integration of virtual or hybrid opportunities. As the world slowly opens back up, some of these new acts of volunteerism are here to stay! Here are a few volunteer trends on the rise that your organization should tap into in 2022.
Host Virtual Volunteer Orientations
We’ve seen an increase in hosting a virtual meeting or orientation with potential volunteers before they make a full in-person commitment to your organization. This helps people better understand your organization’s mission and goals firsthand as well as the various volunteer opportunities and details. This is a great way for both your team and volunteers to get acquainted with one another all while staying safe and learning about your organization.
Offer Remote and Hybrid Volunteer Opportunities
Are you struggling to find ways to engage your volunteers in the midst of COVID-19? Here are a few safe and socially distanced ideas to get volunteers involved both fully remote or hybrid. These types of volunteer opportunities open up your organization to volunteers who can provide help from anywhere in the world. Here are some tasks within your organization that volunteers can contribute to remotely! For more virtual ideas, check this out.
- Social Media Posts — Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok… there are endless possibilities to promote your organization online!
- Writing & Editing — Get some volunteers to help you with your annual report, thank you letters or email marketing.
- Graphic Design — Does your website or logo need a refresh? Seek a volunteer with a creative background to help out.
- Fundraising — Have volunteers help you design and create fundraising pages in DonorView or their own peer-to-peer campaign!
- Event Management — Need some help with an upcoming event? Get your volunteers logged into DonorView to help plan and coordinate auctions, tickets, seating and more.
- Peer-to-Peer Fundraising — If you have volunteers who are super passionate about your mission, ask them to create their own peer-to-peer fundraiser or lead a virtual event that ties into a peer-to-peer campaign on behalf of your organization.
A Boost in Corporate Volunteerism
Many corporate companies are increasing their volunteer outings and donations as more employees expect this standard of giving in the workplace. This is a great way to make corporate connections with potential sponsors, volunteers and donors. Try to offer partnership with companies who want to spend an afternoon volunteering with your organization! If employees of the organization have a great time volunteering, this could lead them to become a regular volunteer or donor!
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