Looking to recruit volunteers? Here are some top tips
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Brainstorm all of the possible motivations for a Trustee for your charity whether that’s giving back, career development, passion towards the cause etc.
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Reach out to your networks, current and former volunteers, service users and their families, supporters and anyone connected to your organisation.
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Have a look at Reach Volunteering’s amazing resources on Trustee recruitment.
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Ensure that your recruitment is accessible – especially if you are a disability charity.
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Keep things up to date – terms like ‘Treasurer’ may be off putting to younger volunteers. Use terms like Finance Trustee instead.
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Have a look at Getting on Board services and resources.
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Think outside the box and remember that Trustees don’t have to be ‘pale, male and stale’.
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Make it clear – the difference the volunteer will make by volunteering for you.
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Offer to have an informal chat or visit with the Trustee.
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Get in touch with Volunteering Kingston for a one-to-one advice session.