Publisher's Synopsis
Originally published by Stevenson, Inc., this practical resource provides strategies for nonprofit organizations to recruit, train, motivate, and reward young volunteers. It addresses:
- Beginning a youth volunteer program
- Tips and techniques to recruit young volunteers
- Connecting with and motivating young people in volunteer efforts
- Benefits and rewards for young volunteers
- Reaching and engaging college-age volunteers
Important topics covered include:
- Volunteer selection guidelines
- Teen incentive programs
- College and university partnerships
- Online recruitment
- Communicating with younger volunteers
- Internships
- Grants and awards
- Youth volunteer benefits
- Cultural awareness
- Family engagement
- Working with first-time offenders
- Youth volunteer boards
Please note that some content featured in the original version of this title has been removed in this published version due to permissions issues.
