The document discusses finding and retaining volunteers for organizations. It begins by listing the top 10 reasons people do not volunteer, including lack of time, interest, or feeling asked. It then provides suggestions for finding volunteers through chapter members, universities, conferences, and local groups. Recruitment involves clearly communicating volunteer needs and benefits. Retention involves incentives like recognition and keeping volunteers engaged through fresh ideas, development opportunities, and lifelong relationships. The presentation ends by asking attendees about their chapter's volunteer efforts.

1. Finding and Retaining Volunteers Presented By: Denise Calabrese APLD Executive Director

2. Top 10 Reasons Why People Don’t Volunteer 10. They don’t believe in the work of the chapter or the organization. 9. They aren’t interested in the projects/work involved. 8. They are intimidatedby the group/people involved. 7. They don’t have the financial ability to get involved. 6. They don’t feel they fit in with the group. 5. They dislike the people involved or had a bad experience in the past. 4. They feel inadequate/Don’t have the skill sets needed. 3. They aren’t interested. 2. They don’t have time. 1. They aren’t asked. Finding and Retaining Volunteers

3. Finding Volunteers Chapter Members International Members Local Universities/Colleges APLD Conferences APLD Sponsors Employees/Co-Workers of Members Industry Shows Local Garden Groups/Clubs County Extension Office/Master Gardeners Finding and Retaining Volunteers

4. Recruiting Volunteers -- Create and Communicate Positions Needed Job Descriptions Time Commitment -- Communicate the Importance of Volunteers Chapter Growth/Future Leaders Educating Consumers Networking with Each Other Advocacy Efforts -- Creating Excitement A Sense of Urgency Being Part of a Bigger Picture Broader Personal Experience/Resume Builder Finding and Retaining Volunteers

6. Representation at APLD Conference/Symposium

7. Recognition (press/website/plaques/certificates)

9. Development new ideas and perspectives

10. InvolvementFinding and Retaining Volunteers

11. Retaining Volunteers Lifelong Friendships Building Business Relationships Learning new concepts (group process vs individual decision-making) Thinking Outside the Box Creating New Skills Finding and Retaining Volunteers

12. Retaining Volunteers REMEMBER: It’s okay when a long-time volunteer wants to move on! Finding and Retaining Volunteers

13. Retaining Volunteers What is your Chapter doing in this area? What works? What doesn’t work? Finding and Retaining Volunteers

14. Thank you! Finding and Retaining Volunteers