Potential volunteers can be interested in joining our organization for many different reasons, and developing a great connection from the start is key to engaging new people in our volunteer base.
This first stage is like dating: both parties must learn from one another and assess their compatibility before formalizing the relationship. It involves ensuring people know about our opportunities, setting expectations, formalizing the commitment, and helping new volunteers feel they belong.
Make sure people hear about volunteering with AFS on your website and social media, and through promotion on AFS and external events, local media and schools.
Putting AFS out there: Sparking interest in our mission and inviting people to take action.
First date: Aligning expectations to see if the organization and the volunteer align well.
Make it Official: Welcoming new volunteers by connecting them with the organization at the national and local levels.
Meet the Family: Welcoming new volunteers by connecting them with the organization at the national and local levels.
