Comprehensive Volunteer Management Program for Play Forever

Closed
Play Forever
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Mohammed Al-Salem
Founder & Executive Director
(101)
4
Project
Academic experience or paid work
120 hours per Student
Student
Anywhere
Intermediate level

Project scope

Categories
Training & development Leadership Organizational structure Talent recruitment Volunteer organizing
Skills
communication volunteer management recruitment strategies
Details

The main goal of this project is to develop a volunteer recruitment, training, and retention program for Play Forever that effectively engages and utilizes volunteers in various capacities to support the organization's mission.

Deliverables
  1. Assess Play Forever's current volunteer management practices, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement.
  2. Develop a volunteer recruitment strategy that targets diverse, skilled, and committed volunteers, using various channels and outreach methods.
  3. Create a streamlined volunteer onboarding process, including application forms, interviews, background checks, and orientation sessions.
  4. Design a comprehensive volunteer training program that equips volunteers with the necessary skills and knowledge to fulfill their roles effectively.
  5. Establish a system for matching volunteers with suitable roles and opportunities based on their skills, interests, and availability.
  6. Develop a volunteer retention and recognition plan, including regular communication, feedback, and appreciation events to maintain volunteer engagement and satisfaction.
  7. Continuously evaluate and refine the volunteer management program based on feedback, performance data, and organizational needs.


Mentorship
  1. Dedicated staff support and access to relevant volunteer management data and documents.
  2. Regular meetings and communication to provide guidance and feedback.
  3. Access to volunteer management tools and software used by the organization.


About the company

Company
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
11 - 50 employees
Non-profit, philanthropic & civil society

Play Forever is a non-profit organization providing structured and accessible recreation, education & mental health services to the youth of Toronto, Ontario. Play Forever currently serves youth ages 6- 29 with weekly programs, primarily focused on helping youth from marginalized communities and low-income families.