Your nonprofit relies on a loyal and dedicated group of volunteers to push your initiatives forward. In addition to recruiting volunteers from the community, you can benefit from the support of skilled corporate volunteers. Corporate volunteers are an especially valuable asset because of their professional backgrounds and technical expertise, which can be used to help your nonprofit with everything from web development to organizing your financial records.

However, to retain your corporate volunteers’ support, you’ll need to develop an engaging volunteer program that relates to their interests. Specifically, your corporate volunteering opportunities should contribute to volunteers’ professional development while helping them play a rewarding role in your mission.

In this article, we’ll explore the top ways to keep your corporate volunteers engaged and eager to contribute to your nonprofit’s success:

  • Understand Their Interests Beyond their enthusiasm for your cause, your corporate volunteers likely have more niche interests that can be met by engaging with different areas of your nonprofit’s operations.
  • Offer Training and Guidance Once you’ve matched volunteers with relevant opportunities, it’s time to set them up for success in these roles. A robust training program will give your corporate volunteers the foundational knowledge they need to carry out their tasks and responsibilities confidently.
  • Build a Sense of Community One of the best ways to keep corporate volunteers invested in your organization is through creating a strong sense of community. When volunteers understand how they fit into the “big picture” and feel connected with your cause and team, they’ll be more inclined to support your organization year after year.

By keeping your corporate volunteers motivated, you can harness their passion to drive positive change for your cause.

Read the full article about engaging and retaining corporate volunteers at VolunteerMatch.