Tips For Volunteers

Remote volunteering in the UK: How does it work and how can you get involved?

Remote volunteering in the UK: How does it work and how can you get involved?

Remote volunteering is an evolving and inclusive way to support causes and communities from any location. It uses digital technology to break down geographical barriers, allowing individuals to contribute their volunteering skills and time to organisations worldwide.

Youth work volunteering: What you need to know

Youth work volunteering: What you need to know

Let's explore the essence of being a youth work volunteer, the numerous benefits it offers, and practical steps on how you can become an integral part of this rewarding journey.

The comprehensive guide to volunteering: How to maximise your impact and experience

The comprehensive guide to volunteering: How to maximise your impact and experience

Volunteering is an enriching pathway that offers significant benefits to both the individual and the community. We've put together the following guide so you can maximise your impact as well as your experience.

What is voluntary work?

What is voluntary work?

Let’s explore the multifaceted nature of volunteering, highlighting its significance, diversity, and impact in contemporary society.

Online volunteering: Making an impact wherever you are

Online volunteering: Making an impact wherever you are

Have you ever wished you could make a difference wherever you are in the world? Well, with online volunteering now you can!

Why do people volunteer?

Why do people volunteer?

Let's take a deeper look into why people volunteer, exploring the psychological rewards as well as the societal implications.

What are the different types of volunteering?

What are the different types of volunteering?

For those considering offering their time and skills for the betterment of others, we explore the various types of volunteering, its implications, and the profound effects it can have on both individuals and communities.

What are the benefits of volunteering?

What are the benefits of volunteering?

While the altruistic act of helping others speaks volumes, there's a multitude of benefits that extend beyond the immediate recipient. Let's take a look at the wide-ranging impacts of volunteering.

What is a volunteer?

What is a volunteer?

In this article, we will delve deep into the concept of volunteering, its significance, benefits, and how it fosters positive change in our communities.

How to start a volunteer program

How to start a volunteer program

Are you ready to embark on the rewarding journey of starting your own volunteer program? Let's begin by exploring the concept of volunteer programs and understanding their significance in driving social change.

Building culture and becoming a better leader

Building culture and becoming a better leader

So you may be looking to start a charity or impact organisation... You will need to learn how to build culture and how to lead.

The story of how Matthew Smith started Waffle

The story of how Matthew Smith started Waffle

Microvolunteering - What is it and how does it work?

Microvolunteering - What is it and how does it work?

Microvolunteering involves quick and easy tasks.

First time volunteering part 2

First time volunteering part 2

It feels like a bit of a baptism of fire.

First time volunteering part 1

First time volunteering part 1

I am a mother of 3 and have 2 beautiful granddaughters.

DBS checks for volunteers: An essential safety guide

DBS checks for volunteers: An essential safety guide

A DBS check is a criminal record check that provides information on an individual's criminal history.

Free tech tools for charities looking to supercharge their content and social media

Free tech tools for charities looking to supercharge their content and social media

These tools will help you smash it in your role!

The Ultimate Volunteer Recruitment Playbook You Wish You Knew Earlier!

The Ultimate Volunteer Recruitment Playbook You Wish You Knew Earlier!

Our CEO Ashley Staines covers all the essentials to building a volunteer recruitment playbook

Lunch and Learn - How to maximise your volunteer role adverts

Lunch and Learn - How to maximise your volunteer role adverts

Rachelle Lazarus, an expert in volunteer management, discussed how your organisation maximise your volunteer role adverts

Using Social Media to attract new volunteers - 5 tips

Using Social Media to attract new volunteers - 5 tips

Social media is your best FREE way of attracting new volunteers... If you are using it effectively

Training for volunteers

Training for volunteers

This guide provides insights into effective methods for training volunteers to ensure they're well-equipped, motivated, and aligned with your organisation's values and goals.

Recruiting volunteers

Recruiting volunteers

Let's explore some of the best ways to recruit volunteers as well as some innovative volunteer recruitment ideas!

Lunch and Learn - "How to use Social Media including TikTok to promote your volunteer programme" with Ilana Green from Born Social

Lunch and Learn - "How to use Social Media including TikTok to promote your volunteer programme" with Ilana Green from Born Social

In case you missed it, we hosted an insightful session with Ilana Green, a seasoned expert from Born Social, as she shares her expertise on harnessing the power of social media, including TikTok, to effectively promote your volunteer program.

Tips to improve volunteer recruitment

Tips to improve volunteer recruitment

Part of our Lunch and Learn series, this session covers volunteer recruitment with Catherine Rose

The roles of a volunteer

The roles of a volunteer

We explore the roles of a volunteer and delve into the ways in which volunteers can create meaningful change in the world.

Interview questions for volunteers

Interview questions for volunteers

Whether you're considering volunteering or an organisation seeking volunteers, understanding these interview questions will help you make informed decisions and ensure a successful volunteer experience.

How charities can leverage social media, content and Influencers

How charities can leverage social media, content and Influencers

Learn from experts in the field on how to make the best use of social media, content and influencers to boost your exposure

Easy hacks to get volunteers

Easy hacks to get volunteers

Finding volunteers is hard, keeping them is often even harder but in this article, we will keep it simple and focus on the first problem.

Lunch and Learn - Why We Need Trauma-Informed Practice in Volunteer Management, with Maria McEvoy

Lunch and Learn - Why We Need Trauma-Informed Practice in Volunteer Management, with Maria McEvoy

Join us for a Lunch and Learn session with Maria McEvoy as she explores the critical importance of "Why We Need Trauma-Informed Practice in Volunteer Management."

Lunch and Learn - Investing in volunteers

Lunch and Learn - Investing in volunteers

Check out our recent Lunch and Learn session on Investing in Volunteers, featuring Fiona Harvey from CHAS (Children’s Hospices Across Scotland).

How to get the most out of your volunteer survey

How to get the most out of your volunteer survey

Discover how to maximise the effectiveness of your volunteer survey with our comprehensive guide and customisable template.

How to write the perfect volunteer strategy

How to write the perfect volunteer strategy

Learn how to create a successful volunteer strategy with our detailed guide and customisable template, designed to help you effectively recruit, manage, and retain volunteers while aligning with your organisation's goals.

Lunch and learn - Creating Communities of Action with Chris Wade

Lunch and learn - Creating Communities of Action with Chris Wade

Instead of constantly recruiting from unfamiliar faces, this session will explore the power of building supportive communities and fostering a culture of succession planning among volunteers.

Lunch and learn - How to engage younger volunteers with Matt Parker

Lunch and learn - How to engage younger volunteers with Matt Parker

Matt has had huge success recruiting and engaging younger volunteers and shares his learnings.

Lunch and Learn - Handling difficult conversations with volunteers

Lunch and Learn - Handling difficult conversations with volunteers

Jenny Whyte shares her insights and proven techniques for handling difficult conversations with volunteers

Unlocking the power of collaborative working

Unlocking the power of collaborative working

Discover the top five active volunteer management groups on Facebook, each providing unique resources and community support for coordinators across various sectors.

Top 5 volunteer management groups to join (that are actually active)

Top 5 volunteer management groups to join (that are actually active)

Discover the top five active volunteer management groups on Facebook, each providing unique resources and community support for coordinators across various sectors.

Lunch and Learn - Micro Volunteering

Lunch and Learn - Micro Volunteering

This session we will have a presentation and discussion on Micro and Fundraising Volunteering from Collette, Senior Volunteering Development Manager at Young Lives vs Cancer

How to launch and grow a volunteer program

How to launch and grow a volunteer program

Learn how Tasha, volunteer program manager at Oklahoma City Zoo relaunched their volunteering program post pandemic and grew it to 3000 volunteers in 2023

A guide to the upcoming volunteer management conferences in the UK and Ireland in 2024

A guide to the upcoming volunteer management conferences in the UK and Ireland in 2024

2024 promises to be an exciting year in the world for volunteering with a series of enlightening conferences across the UK and Ireland, each offering distinct perspectives on various areas of volunteer managemen

Lunch and Learn - "Rewards and recognition for volunteers" with Elaine McCulloch

Lunch and Learn - "Rewards and recognition for volunteers" with Elaine McCulloch

This lunch and learn sees Elaine McCulloch discuss rewards and recognition for volunteers

Writing a volunteer policy

Writing a volunteer policy

We provide a step-by-step approach to creating a volunteer policy that aligns with your organisation's ethos and enhances the volunteer experience.

Volunteer thank you letters: Creating the perfect message to thank your volunteers

Volunteer thank you letters: Creating the perfect message to thank your volunteers

When we express sincere thanks to our volunteers, we acknowledge their selflessness, dedication, and the precious gift of their time. A well crafted thank you letter goes beyond mere formality.

Volunteers and employment rights: Understanding the legal framework

Volunteers and employment rights: Understanding the legal framework

Understanding the legal framework surrounding volunteers and their rights is essential for both organisations and individuals engaging in voluntary work. This article aims to provide you with in-depth insights into the rights and responsibilities of volunteers, shedding light on key legal considerations and best practices.

6 quotes to inspire and motivate your volunteers

6 quotes to inspire and motivate your volunteers

Whether you're a nonprofit organisation or an individual looking to make a difference, these powerful words will resonate with your audience and help you create a lasting impact.

How to keep volunteers motivated

How to keep volunteers motivated

Keeping volunteers motivated can be a challenge. In this article, we will explore effective strategies to maintain high levels of volunteer motivation, ensuring their continued engagement and enthusiasm.

A transformation journey with thousands of volunteers

A transformation journey with thousands of volunteers

Learn how Re-engage transformed their volunteering program

A discussion on the future of volunteering

A discussion on the future of volunteering

What can charities expect? how can they best prepare for the future?

Volunteer retention: 5 powerful strategies

Volunteer retention: 5 powerful strategies

Be responsive, keep volunteers updated, and remind them that they are needed and appreciated.

Volunteering after Covid, our three predictions

Volunteering after Covid, our three predictions

Covid will have a lasting impact on every sector and the third sector is no exception.

Volunteer CRM: What's the difference between a CRM and Volunteer Management Platform?

Volunteer CRM: What's the difference between a CRM and Volunteer Management Platform?

Could my life be easier or could my volunteers experience be better?

Volunteer passports: Pipe dream or potential reality?

Volunteer passports: Pipe dream or potential reality?

Can you imagine a world where passports did not exist?

Coordinating volunteers

Coordinating volunteers

Volunteer coordinators play a crucial role in organising and managing a team of volunteers.

Supporting volunteer wellbeing

Supporting volunteer wellbeing

Helping you create a healthy and happy volunteer force

How technology can help solve volunteer burnout

How technology can help solve volunteer burnout

Tech can really help with a rising problem, volunteer burnout

How to retain and engage with your Christmas volunteers?

How to retain and engage with your Christmas volunteers?

Those Xmas volunteers could become life time supporters! Here's how to make that happen.

Volunteer management: How to effectively manage volunteers

Volunteer management: How to effectively manage volunteers

A blog isn't long enough for this topic... but we have tried our best

What this amazing volunteer learned from 100 days of volunteering

What this amazing volunteer learned from 100 days of volunteering

Most of us likely won’t manage 100 days of volunteering in our lives.

How to grow your corporate volunteer programme

How to grow your corporate volunteer programme

Kicking off our Learn and Learn series with How to grow your corporate volunteer programme.

How charities can build better corporate partnerships

How charities can build better corporate partnerships

Hear this session at the Volunteero Summit 2023 covering how charities can build better corporate partnerships

Volunteero secures additional funding for development as part of the CivTech program

Volunteero secures additional funding for development as part of the CivTech program

This presents an exciting opportunity to further expand our reach across the Scottish non-profit and public sector.