Volunteer Management 102: Strengthening and Growing Your Volunteer Program
Location: Virtual (Zoom link provided after registration) / In-person delivery available upon request (Please contact Nada@VolunteerOttawa.ca for more details!)
Registration fee:
Free for Volunteer Ottawa Member Organizations
$19 for Non-Member Organizations
Volunteer Management 102 builds on the foundations introduced in Volunteer Management 101 and is designed for nonprofit staff and volunteer coordinators looking to strengthen their existing volunteer programs.
This interactive session explores advanced strategies and practical approaches to improve volunteer engagement, support, recognition, and retention. Participants will leave with tools to enhance their volunteer programs and create stronger, more sustainable volunteer experiences.
What You’ll Learn:
Strengthening Volunteer Engagement: Explore strategies to deepen volunteer involvement and create meaningful opportunities that keep volunteers connected to your mission.
Recognizing and Supporting Volunteers: Learn effective approaches for volunteer appreciation, recognition, and ongoing support.
Managing Volunteer Challenges: Gain practical strategies for addressing common volunteer management challenges, including communication issues, conflict resolution, and setting clear expectations.
Evaluating Your Volunteer Program: Discover ways to measure volunteer engagement, gather feedback, and use insights to improve your program.
Creating Inclusive Volunteer Experiences: Learn how to build welcoming and accessible volunteer programs that support diverse communities and encourage meaningful participation.
Building Sustainable Volunteer Programs: Explore strategies to strengthen long-term volunteer involvement and create a program that continues to grow and adapt.
Format:
Duration: Three-hour interactive training session with practical examples, activities, and discussion.
Target Audience: This training is designed for nonprofit staff, volunteer coordinators, and leaders who have foundational volunteer management knowledge and want to further develop their practices.
Why You Should Join:
Advanced Strategies & Tools: Build on your existing knowledge with practical approaches to improve volunteer engagement and retention.
Learn from Best Practices: Explore strategies that can be adapted to your organization’s unique volunteer needs.
Strengthen Your Volunteer Impact: Develop a more sustainable volunteer program that supports both your volunteers and your mission.
How to Register?
For Volunteer Ottawa Members
Click “Join this event” at the top of the page and follow the prompts to register.
Staff and volunteers affiliated with Volunteer Ottawa (VO) member organizations can attend this workshop free of charge. The discount code to register for the workshop can be found in your Volunteer Ottawa account under ‘My Benefits’ For Learners Without Membership
Click “Join this event” at the bottom of the page and follow the prompts to register. A small registration fee applies for non-member organizations.
Registration and Cancellation Policy
Registrations are accepted at the discretion of Volunteer Ottawa. Registration is non-refundable; however, seats can be transferred to another member of your organization.