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Monday 3rd June -Sunday 8th June is Volunteering Week - that's less than two weeks away! Whilst volunteering at any time of the year is something to be proud of, Volunteering week is the perfect excuse to get your team together and spend a day out of the office helping those in need. Even if just for a few hours, volunteering can be a great team-building activity, and an opportunity to re-focus your team on the things that really matter. We have something really exciting lined up that we can't wait to share with you! Incase you're in need of some inspiration, here are some ideas from the team on some simple ways you can get involved during Volunteering Week. #VolunteeringWeek #SupportOthers #ResourceiT #ChannelMarketing #VolunteersWeek

Some brilliant progress made on our #socialaction agenda in the last year through the #paidvolunteering scheme at Resource Futures. And developments being made to improve the scheme further for the year ahead. Read on for more information on how we've made it work. #employersupportedvolunteering #ESV #socialimpact #communityimpact #paidvolunteering #skillssharing #wellbeing

Volunteering matters. Sharing your time, skills, empathy, and creativity is vital to your wellbeing and the inclusivity and strength of our communities. At Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland we have a number of programs with varying levels of time commitments along with one-off volunteering opportunities. This video provides a brief overview of those programs, but please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or just want to learn more about how you can get involved. 🤍 #NVW2024 #EveryMomentMatters #MentorshipMatters #BigSistersBCLM

Empower change through volunteering – because small acts of kindness can create a ripple effect of positivity. 🌍❤️ #VolunteerForChange" #VolunteerAbroad #GlobalCitizen #StudentVolunteers #InternationalService #MakeADifference #GlobalImpact #CommunityEngagement #StudentLife #VolunteerExperience #CulturalExchange #ServiceLearning #GiveBack

Would you like to double your volunteer engagement and impact? 🚀🤔 This is exactly what StreetDoctors was able to achieve since working with the Volunteero platform. When we first spoke to StreetDoctors, they were using a collection of spreadsheets and emails to manage volunteers. But this was simply inhibiting their ability to grow the impact delivered by volunteers and put a large strain on the team. 🤯 Since onboarding Volunteero, volunteers now have one place to go in order. to manage their day-to-day volunteering activities. The direct result of this more engaging and simple method of volunteer management was that volunteers did more. This led to more impact and after all, this is what we are all looking to achieve through our volunteering programs isn't it? 👍🏻 Martin and the team have been a joy to work with and we look forward to everything we can achieve together in the future. “ I think for us one of the key things that makes Volunteero a perfect fit for StreetDoctors is your integrity, and that open relationship we have with you, it’s really refreshing to have a software company which wants to work with you and focuses on finding the right solutions for your business. And we know that Innovation of the platform happens and will continue to happen which really excites us” - Martin Tilbury MBE #volunteermanagement #volunteerrecruitment #charitydigital #volunteering

Volunteering isn't just about giving your time; it's about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. When you volunteer, you become part of a community dedicated to positive change. Whether you're tutoring a child, serving meals at a shelter, or cleaning up a local park, your efforts have a ripple effect that touches countless lives. And guess what? It's not just good for others—it's good for you too! Research shows that volunteering can reduce stress, boost happiness, and improve overall well-being. So, what are you waiting for? Join the movement and start making a difference today! #rotarylife #doubleimpact #volunteering #makeadifferencetoday #positiveimpact

🌟 Embracing Community Volunteering for CSR 🌟 Community volunteering is the heartbeat of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). It's not just about giving time; it's about creating a meaningful impact where it's needed most. 🌍💼 When we volunteer in our communities, we: ✨ Empower Change: Every hour volunteered contributes to positive change, whether it's cleaning up neighborhoods or tutoring students. ✨ Strengthen Bonds: Volunteering brings people together, fostering relationships and understanding across diverse backgrounds. ✨ Inspire Others: When we lead by example, we inspire others to join the movement and amplify our impact. Let's celebrate the spirit of community volunteering. Whether it's a few hours a month or a day of service, your efforts matter. Together, we can create a world where everyone thrives. 🌟🤝 Share your thoughts and tag your organization. #CommunityVolunteering #CSR #EmpowerChange #MakeADifference #InspireOthers #TogetherWeCan

〰 What ripples does volunteering create in your organisation? 🌊 What about your community? ⛵ How about the ripples volunteering creates in the volunteers’ lives themselves? One of the challenges we face in the #VoluntarySector is the need to measure and account for impact. In this blog article by Anthony Poldervaart and Amy Butterworth from Make It Happen Birkenhead, they discuss how using the “Ripple Effect Mapping” method helps achieve this goal. Through this method, they were able to document how new skills learnt through volunteering had a positive effect on a family’s resilience. They mapped that the social circles built through volunteering have improved the mental health of individuals and helped reduce pressure on local services. Through this mapping process, the team were better able to see how volunteering fits into their upcoming sector strategy. Read more on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gEhem88N Check out our "Ripple Effect Mapping" resources here:  https://lnkd.in/g5cpDZWx #volunteering #volunteers #VisionForVolunteering

Volunteering brings #communities together, and it can often feel like being part of a big #family. If you're looking to strengthen your relationship to your local community, consider #volunteering! Check out this video on the topic https://lnkd.in/gw8tJbY4

**Why don't you volunteer?** Reason: Time constraints Well, life's a rollercoaster, and sometimes it feels like your strapped in for the ride without a break. Between work, family, and personal stuff, it's tough finding a spare hour, let alone a chunk of time to commit to volunteering regularly. Possible Solution: Squeeze in tiny acts of kindness whenever possible. Even if it's just lending a hand to a neighbor or chipping in during local events, these little gestures count. Plus, keep an eye out for short-term volunteer or one-off events that fit into your hectic schedule. #volunteering #serveothers