Volunteer Engagement – Inspire and Energize!

Volunteers are an essential resource for nonprofit organizations. When managed effectively, volunteer recruitment and engagement will support your programming, help you to fulfill your mission and your volunteers will advocate on behalf of the organization building community outreach. Please join us to hear a panel of dynamic nonprofit professionals tell their stories and share best practices of how they recruit and engage their volunteer networks. Key Takeaways: • Target Recruitment – From word-of-mouth to company-focused • One-size does not fit all – Create a variety of volunteer opportunities • Volunteering and donating go hand in hand • A small number of hours can create a big impact • Passion shows up! Moderator: Jenni Collins, Executive Director, Madison Public Library Foundation Panelists: • Nancy Hansis, Director of Development, St. Vincent de Paul Madison • Laura Mael, Development Director, Habitat for Humanity of Dane County • Sandy Morales, CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County