Learning Center
Use VolunteerMatch Like a Pro!
New to VolunteerMatch? Interested in trying out new tools to recruit? The resources in this section can help. Take time today to learn how to add listings, manage your account, and create opportunities for volunteers to help your organization succeed.
On-Demand Trainings
Access our collection of recorded Web trainings at any time.
VolunteerMatch 101
New to VolunteerMatch and want to learn how to use your nonprofit account effectively? Start here! This recorded Webinar provides a detailed overview of the services and features at VolunteerMatch.org.
Time: 23 minutes
Upcoming Live Webinars
Increase your expertise with one of our live webinars.
Designing Opportunities to Maximize Referrals
Learn how to create volunteer opportunity listings that stand out from the crowd and receive more volunteer referrals.
Tuesday, 8/19
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
Skilled Volunteers: How to Maximize their Potential
Integrating skilled volunteers into your existing volunteer program is both exciting and scary. If you're thinking about adding skilled volunteers to your program, or if you've just started, this seminar with VolunteerMatch's Jennifer Bennett can help you make the experience successful for both the volunteer and the organization. Navigating the introduction of the idea into your organization, developing the art of delegating work to volunteers, and setting achievable outcomes will be covered.
Thursday, 8/21
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
VolunteerMatch 101
Sign up the next live training event for recruiting organizations at VolunteerMatch. Get a detailed overview of the services and features at VolunteerMatch.org and hear best practices for writing effective listings and maximizing your listing's visibility.
Tuesday, 9/9
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
Boomer Volunteer Engagement: Collaborate Today, Thrive Tomorrow
Jill Friedman Fixler, author of Engaging Boomer Volunteers: Collaborate Today, Thrive Tomorrow is a nationally known leader recognized for her innovative approaches to strengthening nonprofit organizations. She combines her skills as a consultant, trainer,facilitator, public speaker, and coach to promote excellence in volunteer engagement, strategic planning, and board and organizational development for nonprofit organizations across the United States. Jill has more than thirty years of experience, and the nonprofits she has worked with include health, human services, religious, government, cultural,environmental, and animal welfare organizations, and community centers.
Wednesday, 9/10
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
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Online Help
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VolunteerMatch Support Dept.
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Learning Matters!
The better you are as a volunteer manager, the better off your organization will be. Spend time today to learn how to use VolunteerMatch to build your capacity.
Boomer Volunteer Engagement
This innovative book provides a step-by-step guide for engaging Boomers as volunteers to build organizational capacity.
This book contains everything nonprofits need to engage skilled Boomer volunteers.
Nonprofit Resources
Looking for bright ideas for your volunteer program? Our Nonprofit Resources section has great tips, links to our newsletter archive, and copies of the latest research from VolunteerMatch.