Bite Size Volunteering

The Bite-Size Project Recognition volunteering changing Detailed research of current trends Project developed. Aim was to get community organisations on board. Pilot projects implemented (test our theories). Action - handbook - training - support

The Traditional Volunteer Regular attendance Long term commitment Often manual or low skill tasks Sports clubs, school committees, op shops Conforms to rules Strong work ethic Desire stability and structure Willing to delay gratification Loyalty

Generational Differences Traditional VolunteerBite-Size Volunteers Long Term Regular attendance Conformity Altruistic – accept rewards but not seeking them for self Tolerant Limited expectations – very accepting of standards Short Term Flexible attendance Questioning Altruistic to a point – want something in return Seeks recognition Limited tolerance Demanding a higher level of professionalism

Accessing Bite-Size Volunteers Develop meaningful roles Provide flexible, short term projects Specific outcomes with a beginning / end Understand and adapt to generational differences Requires different / improved standards Professionalism Communication WIIFM

Managing Volunteers Management’s support key to success Improve your volunteer management standards Communication Recognition essential Failure to meet expectations....

Potential of BSV Achieve goals, dreams & solve problems Obtain quality consultation, skills & knowledge Overcome time & resource issues Limited only by your imagination