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Welcome & Keynote: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Keynote address presented by Dr. Shanita Williams, Associate Vice President of Talent Engagement & Inclusion, Southern New Hampshire University Other speakers: Governor Chris Sununu Gretchen Stallings, Executive Director, Volunteer NH Katie Pazienz …
Welcome & Keynote Address: The Power of Giving Power Away – 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Keynote address presented by Bryan Bessette, President, Executive Director, & Co-Founder of The Freedom Cafe https://youtu.be/fh5i3CjDv3Q Other Speakers: Governor Chris Sununu Gretchen Stallings, Executive Director, Volunteer NH Larisa Striga, Even …
Volunteer Training Plan
Developing a volunteer training plan helps you to identify: What volunteers need to know to be successful. Effective and efficient ways to communicate this information and build the necessary skills. How to put these pieces together into an effective t …
Volunteer Support Plan
Complete this chart to ensure that each volunteer has a designated support person and a plan for checking in regularly.
Volunteer Recognition and Encouragement: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Heather Turner, Certified Mentor, Merrimack Valley SCORE https://youtu.be/OBhJHiCJwdY Session Description: How does your organization recognize volunteers and give them appreciation? Is it through tangible gifts or swag? Do your vol …
Volunteer Position Description
First, write one or two sentences that give a compelling overview of the position and can be used in recruitment efforts. Then, use this tool to draft your position description.
Virtual Volunteer Role Assessment
Use these questions to assess whether the role is strategic, attractive, and viable as a virtual opportunity. This form is designed to guide conversations among staff and volunteer leaders who are requesting new volunteer positions or seeking to adapt …
Virtual Team Building Checklist
Consider these tactics to build community and teams when partly or entirely virtual. Add your current practices to each or include ideas to enhance your community building efforts.
Utilizing Volunteer Fundraisers: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Richard Peck, VP of Development and Philanthropy Services, New Hampshire Charitable Foundation Session Description: We will cover the following: 1) differing expectations of board members and committee volunteers as compared to development …
Understanding Your Communication Style to Work Effectively with Others: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Kathy DesRoches, Ed.D., Program Director, MS Leadership & Nonprofit Certificate, Granite State College; Mercedes Hunt, Ph.D., Director of Undergrad Business Programs, Granite State College Session Description: Attend this fun workshop …
The Single Most Important Question When Designing Volunteer Training
It is important to prioritize the information that you present when training volunteers. Here is some advice on how to focus your efforts. https://youtu.be/n8_FjEQv9c4
The Fine Line Between Strategic Work and Busy Work
The key to ensuring that volunteer engagement is strategic is finding the overlap between what your organization needs and what today’s volunteers seek out of their service. Here are some things to keep in mind to ensure that your volunteers are not be …
Targeted Recruitment Plan
Answer these questions while referring to the Position Description for which you are recruiting. Pay special attention to the key responsibilities, desired qualifications, and availability to inform your answers. Then, use these answers to complete the …
Staying True to Your Core: Prioritizing Volunteers as a Part of Your Work: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Allison Pudvah, Associate Director of Alumni Engagement, Southern New Hampshire University; Sara Telfer, Senior Associate Director of Alumni Engagement, Southern New Hampshire University Session Description: Are you feeling stuck in the wa …
Solve and Serve: Using Human-Centered Design – 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Juliana Good, Lead Changemaker Coach, University of New Hampshire Changemaker Education https://youtu.be/5D0DYTq_NBk Session Description: Nearly all work done for the betterment of our world centers around one common theme: human interacti …
Shepherding an Effective Volunteer Program in the Virtual World: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Marc Boyd, Volunteer State President, AARP NH; Karen Ulmer Dorsch, Volunteer, AARP NH; Mary Roberge, Volunteer, AARP NH; Jeannie Tucker, Associate State Director for Outreach & Advocacy, AARP NH Session Description: Three seasoned AARP …
Selfhood and Service: Infusing Our Identities into Our Service – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Arria Hauldin, COVID-19 Recovery AmeriCorps Member, Campus Compact New Hampshire https://youtu.be/bbUMp5isrGY Session Description: This session will focus on the individual and how their identities impact the internal and external connecti …
Self-Care in the Technological Age: 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Linda Douglas, Trauma-Informed Services Specialist, New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence https://youtu.be/-GvVNFgLBn4 Session Description: Social media, ever-changing new cycles, and serious FOMO at every turn have …
Relationship-Building with Funders: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Richard Peck, VP of Development and Philanthropy Services, New Hampshire Charitable Foundation https://youtu.be/K6mhC6M3Eq0 Session Description: This session will give you tips on working with funders and potential funders. Topics include …
Recognizing and Addressing Discrimination: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by James McKim, Managing Partner, Organizational Ignition Session Description: Are you aware that 100% of people are biased but most do not know it? Would you recognize a microaggression when you see it? Do you understand the impact of microa …
Recognition Brainstorm
Use this checklist to inspire additional ways to acknowledge the impact that volunteers have on your organization regardless of where they serve (onsite or virtually). Consider ways to recognize and acknowledge all volunteers for their tangible and las …
Preparing for Your Next Career Move: 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Kathy DesRoches, Director, MS Leadership, Granite State College; Carina Self, Dean of Graduate Studies, Granite State College https://youtu.be/FgIXWjm9Mzg Session Description: Have you wondered if you are ready to take on more or move to a …
Personal Marketing and Branding: 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Kathy DesRoches, Ed.D., Program Director, MS Leadership & Nonprofit Certificate, Granite State College; Mercedes Hunt, Ph.D., Director of Undergrad Business Programs, Granite State College Session Description: Attend this informative w …
Overcoming Barriers to Effective Delegation
https://youtu.be/Ty97I3Zfx8A
Organizations Preparing for Emergency Needs (OPEN): 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Sara Varela, Regional Preparedness Liaison Contractor, FEMA Region I; Arlene Magoon, Emergency Preparedness Specialist, FEMA Region I https://youtu.be/K6UHTs71FMU Session Description: When community-based organizations are unable to contin …
Needs Assessment
Use this worksheet to guide an activity with colleagues – or to inform a survey or other facilitated activity designed to identify needs that could be addressed by volunteers. After introducing the activity, share this template and have individuals com …
Motivating Volunteers with Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: 2020 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Michele Lapierre, Program Manager, Senior Companion Program, Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc; Kathleen Stuart, Program Coordinator, Senior Companion Program, Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc …
Marketing Mix: Planning for Your Organization – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Joanne Randall, Founder & CEO, Leap Year Marketing Strategies https://youtu.be/Hy07GLr3k-s Session Description: This session will cover the 4 P’s of the Marketing Mix (Product, Price, Place, and Promotion) and how they can be applied t …
Lessons from the Pandemic: Politics, Policy & Advocacy – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Stephen Pimpare, Principal Lecturer, University of New Hampshire Manchester https://youtu.be/Ws73M5qlUyc Resources: 2021 Session Slides 2020 Full-Length Conference Session
Leading with Purpose: Leadership Development the New Politics Way – 2021 Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Presented by Max Klau, Chief Program Officer, New Politics Leadership Academy https://youtu.be/Ez4z0vFxn8Q Session Description: The New Politics Leadership Academy recruits and supports servant leaders to run for elected office. Our work is grounded i …