Recruiting and Retaining Outstanding Fundraising Volunteers
At the other end of the spectrum could be a somewhat informal process in which members of the nominating committee begin inviting volunteers as soon as the meeting ends. It all depends on your organization and your personal style and comfort level.
Regardless of which approach you choose, it’s important that you never minimize the commitment you are requesting or the value provided by the job for which you are requesting volunteer help. Too often, nonprofit directors tell the candidate how little work they need to do because they fear asking for the substantial commitment they really need. Again, treat the prospective volunteer like a major prospective donor and you will be alongside those organizations that always enjoy fundraising success.
- People:
- John A. Scola
- Places:
- Orange in California