Creative Measures For Your Association To Use Volunteer Management Tools

Nonprofit organizations and other associations have risen into some of the most innovative and efficient clubs, especially due to the way they are able to make an impact with limited resources.  One way in which they continue to be productive is by using software to automate tasks.

Nonetheless, one form of software your association might be failing to utilize optimally is volunteer management tools.  Some associations only use it for posting volunteer opportunities, approving applications, and other common tasks such as those.  But, do you know there are creative ways in which it can be used?

 

Does your association issue awards to the best performing advocate?  Why not use volunteer management tools to approve nominees?  Consider posting an opportunity for members to nominate a distinguished member for an annual award.  After reviewing the applications, the winner could be announced on membership websites or through email.

 

Rather than publishing volunteer opportunities, post advocacy opportunities so new members feel inspired to publicize the association on social channels or post positive reviews.  For instance, if a member applies for an opportunity to write a review on membership websites, ask them to send a screenshot of the review first.  Once you’re satisfied with a review, try awarding points to encourage them to keep promoting the association.

 

Naturally, most associations are already using volunteer management software in search of volunteers for the annual conference.  Aside from that, consider using the tool to look for speakers and event managers.  First, post opportunities related to this and use the software to accept applications.

In many associations, the bottom line is to be more creative with regard to using volunteer management tools.  There are a variety of ways in which you can use the tools to not only make work easier but to also spare time and finances.