VolunteeR engagement
If you don't ask,
the Answer is always no.
the Answer is always no.
Volunteers are the backbone of any community organization - they're the folks who bring their energy and commitment to the work of building toward your lifelong community vision. Finding and maintaining a group of dedicated people willing to invest themselves in your initiative requires a thoughtful ongoing plan.
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Key Resource on Recruiting and engaging volunteers
The Ultimate Guide to Volunteer Recruitment suggests a number of ideas for identifying, recruiting, and celebrating volunteers involved in your lifelong community work.
Additional Resources for WOrking with Volunteers
AARP Mane. Recruiting, Developing, and Retaining Volunteers (archived from AARP Maine Age-Friendly Master Class-Part One: video, handout; Part Two: video, handout)
AARP Maine Volunteer Liability Insuranance Resources
Galaxy Digital. The Volunteer Managers Guide to Volunteer Acquisition: How to get volunteers in the door & prepare them for great work
Volunteer Resources from the Community Toolbox...

