Ambassador Program Volunteers of America of Minnesota RSVP

Pretty Good Players

Introductions Welcome Housekeeping information Getting to Know You

RSVP Greater Twin Cities Staff Serves  Carver  Dakota  Hennepin  Ramsey  Scott  Washington

Picture of RSVP Greater Twin Cities and East Central Staff

East Central RSVP Staff Serves  Chisago  Isanti  Kanabec  Mille Lacs  Pine

Learning Outcomes Know history of RSVP Be able to talk about Greater Twin Cities RSVP and East Central RSVP and their programs Understand the Ambassador Program and responsibilities

Agenda Background of RSVP Ambassador Program  Purpose  Recruitment Materials and Strategies  Operations Details “Answer Hunt” Survey

Background RSVP – Your Invitation to Volunteer Established in 1971 Opportunity to put skills, talents, and life experiences into motion for others – and benefit our Minnesota communities in the process. The Greater Twin Cities and East Central RSVP work in 11 counties and are sponsored by Volunteers of America-Minnesota.

Focus Areas Veterans and Military Personnel and their Families Housing Food Security Literacy Economic Opportunity Independence and Wellbeing for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities

Benefits Personal customized assistance Be counted as part of a national movement Special Events newsletter Ongoing training and recognition Partial mileage reimbursement Supplemental insurance

RSVP Coordinated Initiatives CarFit Bone Builders RSVP Ambassador

Elevator Speech Exercise

RSVP Ambassador Program Why? Goals Target audience Create your own opportunity  Pretty Good Player  Recruiter Connector Presenter Combination

Ambassador Roles Connectors Connect with people or groups who are interested in learning more about RSVP Schedule speaking opportunities Pass information on to RSVP staff Schedule minimum of 6 opportunities Presenters/Tablers Handle logistics of speaking events Give presentations to groups Table at an event, fair, exhibit, etc. Present at least 2 times a year

Connectors Start with thinking about where you’re connected (work place, church, schools, gym, etc.) Think about other places to connect with potential volunteers Seek out people who may be interested in volunteering Tell them a little about RSVP and gather their contact information Pass individual information along to an RSVP staff person

Presenters/Tablers Handle speaking engagement logistics Develop “Talking Points” for presentations

Recruitment Materials and Strategies RSVP Materials Strategies Create your own oSupport of RSVP Staff

Connector Exercise

Sample Action Plan

Ambassador Program Recordkeeping

Questions

“Answer Hunt” and Feedback

Next Steps Schedule a meeting with __________ Decide whether you want to be a connector, presenter, or both Prepare your meeting documents Meet with __________ Begin your volunteer recruitment adventure

THANK YOU

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