1. The London Environmental Network Volunteer Recruitment Workshop
Hello, My name is
I am on the Steering Committee for the London Environmental Network.
I want to thank _________________________________ for inviting/allowing me here to day to share with you what the network is all about

2. What is the London Environmental Network?
We work to build strong, resilient organizations
We act as a doorway into the environmental non-profit sector
We have 44 member organizations
[click first point] We represent 44 different groups around the city, all of whom are focused in some way on environmental activities.
Groups in the network really range in their subject areas – conservation to clean energy, composting to tree planting
We have groups that are simply trying to promote a deeper connection with nature to those who are pushing for legislation changes
Have registered charities, incorporated non-profits, grassroots community groups and co-ops.
Also have groups with 2-3 members to groups with hundreds of members
Working hard to serve all groups needs

3. What will we cover in this workshop?
The Right Volunteer for the Right Role
Volunteer Job Descriptions
How to promote the role and get volunteers to signup
How to create recruitment presentations and orientations
[click first point] We represent 37 different groups around the city, all of whom are focused in some way on environmental activities.
Groups in the network really range in their subject areas – conservation to clean energy, composting to tree planting
We have groups that are simply trying to promote a deeper connection with nature to those who are pushing for legislation changes
Have registered charities, incorporated non-profits, grassroots community groups and co-ops.
Also have groups with 2-3 members to groups with hundreds of members
Working hard to serve all groups needs

4. Choosing the Right Volunteer
Ongoing Volunteer
Pop up Volunteer
Needs quality training
Signs up for multiple shifts or a regular time slot
Treat like a staff member
High level tasks
Ex. Office volunteers, assistants at events
Signs up for a one time event
Requires a little bit of training – could be at the beginning of the event
Good for large events that don’t require a lot of skill
Could potentially be ongoing
Ex. Tree planting, river cleanup, event support
Trying to find volunteers is like fishing. Do you want a huge net of tiny fish, or do you want to catch a big fish that you can keep forever?
Using the right methods for the right type of volunteer (ie. big net vs. selective net)

5. How do I find the correct volunteer?
Volunteer role descriptions
Posting online
Outreach at events
Social Media
On your website
Word of mouth

6. Sample Volunteer Role Description
Who, What, When, Where, Why
Clear and simple
Contact information / how to sign up

7. Tools to get volunteers to sign up

8. Getting to yes! Interested – what do you do with them?
Respond to calls/ s within 72 hours
Get them signed up for something (orientation, event etc.)
Make them feel special

9. How do you find these volunteers?
Takes some work
Once you do the first post, mostly copy and paste
Same with posters – just need a template
Track where you post

10. Where to post online Websites Newsletters Your own Your own LEN
Pillar
Londoner
Newsletters
Your own
Other similar groups – send blurb and photo

11. Making your post appealing
Include an image or photo – I suggest making a banner
We use Canva (free online software)
Make the text exciting and inviting
Tell them WHY they want to volunteer
Give examples

12. How to get them to your office or event
Send a reminder the day before the event / first shift / orientation / workshop
Include important information
Ensure you have a sign in at the location
Thank them at the end
Send a follow up the day or two after

13. Orientation / Training for Volunteers
Create a presentation
Include all relevant info for your organization
Offer workshop every other month / once a month – depends on your capacity
Ask them to sign up at the end of the workshop

14. Cultivating High Level Volunteers
Some of your volunteers will “move up the ladder”
You need to offer more responsibility to capable volunteers
Treat them like staff (& recognize them too!)
Takes time – these volunteers are hard to come by!

15. What I sent you Posting tracking form
Poster distribution list (where to drop off posters)
Blank orientation presentation
Sample volunteer position description
Survey on this workshop (sending tomorrow)

16. What are we doing now?
Do you have an event / volunteer role you need to fill? What to do:
Make sign up form (SignUp.com or Google Form)
Graphic (Canva)
Post online (website, social media etc.)
Track where you posted

17. Feedback Time
In small groups – share what you have put together for your volunteer role / event
Solicit feedback – would they want to volunteer for you based on your post?
What to change/improve?

18. How can I learn more? Visit LondonEnvironment.net
Sign up for monthly community e-newsletter
Sign up for the next LEN workshop or attend Green Drinks

19. Questions?