Volunteers

A volunteer can be a great solution for a short-term technical problem. A clearly defined volunteer project, a staff point-person as a liaison and a vision for how the volunteer's work fits into the agency's overall technology plan are key ingredients for success. Whether you find your volunteer online, through a volunteer matching program, or by recruiting in your neighborhood, the relationship can be of lasting benefit to your organization.

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The CTC VISTA project delivers technology support to nonprofits in need.

One consultant dispels some common misconceptions about finding and working with online volunteers.

Organizations talk about the tools they use to keep volunteers informed and engaged.

Learn how to get the most out of your nonprofit-volunteer relationship.

Create a timeline for your volunteer project with this worksheet.

Learn how web-based volunteers from around the world can contribute to an agency's success.

Our forum host discusses international volunteering and global IT differences.

Make the most of your volunteers by defining your needs and the scope of your project.

Use this manual to assess how a technical volunteer can help your organization.

Follow these guidelines to create successful technical volunteer projects and work plans.

Through online volunteering, a Texas housewife helps people with disabilities in Uganda.

There are many international options for technology volunteers. Here are some sites to guide you.

Use this worksheet to gather information about a potential volunteer's technical skills.

A volunteer can make a huge improvement in your Web presence. But follow these guidelines.

Understand the legal issues of involving technical volunteers at your nonprofit.

System records and maintenance logs are valuable when technical problems arise.

Avoid frustrating volunteer experiences by learning our management tips, tricks, and guidelines.

Tips for fostering communication and keeping your projects on track.

The Web has several sites that list people interested in volunteering.

We'll show you how to write a volunteer job description.

Get help screening potential volunteers and defining your volunteer projects.

Do you prefer to search for your own volunteers? Follow our posting and interviewing tips.

Learn how you can find a volunteer to help with technical problems or projects.

Don't let your volunteer leave without following these simple steps.

Even the best volunteer can't help if you don't carefully define a project. We'll tell you how.

We'll help you figure out whether you need a volunteer, and offer advice for planning projects.

For corporate workers, nonprofits can seem like another country. Beat culture shock with these tips.