strong Volunteers
Grow a strong team
Volunteer recruiting, training, and retention require time and energy, yet yield a program that grows and strengthens over time. It's an ongoing process of sharing needs, building skills, nurturing commitment through shared vision and beliefs, and providing care and support.
Recruit intentionally
-Continually plant seeds of need.
Recruit the heart, not the skill.
-Allow opportunities "to try it out."
-Be specific. Seek a volunteer who matches a student. (See flyer below.)
-Visit small groups to share the joy of serving in your ministry.
Train continually
Nurture commitment
Nurture commitment
- Allow the volunteers to learn from experienced volunteers. Let them to try on their own.
-Offer fun training meetings that engage and connect.
-Share tips, podcasts, blogs, and resources you find helpful.
-Encourage involvement in community programs to broaden experience.
Nurture commitment
Nurture commitment
Nurture commitment
-Celebrate small victories.
-Keep up with what's going on in your volunteers' lives.
-Share personal details about yourself.
-Share ministry updates.
-Reinforce ministry goals and beliefs in all you do.