On:
May 14, 2026
Topic:
Beyond Volunteer Hours: Building Ambassadors for Mission Growth
Joined by: 
Michael Jared
from
University of Notre Dame
Description:

Most nonprofits understand the operational value volunteers provide.
But many organizations overlook one of the most powerful growth opportunities already inside their mission: the stories, experiences, and voices of their volunteers.

This webinar explores how nonprofits can move beyond volunteer management and create meaningful engagement that transforms volunteers into long-term ambassadors for the organization.

Through the framework of the “5 T’s of Philanthropy” — Time, Talent, Treasure, Ties, and Testimony — participants will discover how deeper volunteer connection creates a multiplier effect across fundraising, marketing, recruitment, retention, and overall mission growth.

At the center of this session is a practical strategy many nonprofits underutilize: volunteer video testimonials.

Participants will learn:

  • Why volunteer stories are one of the most authentic forms of nonprofit marketing
  • How testimonials strengthen trust, donor confidence, and emotional connection
  • Simple ways to create impactful testimonial videos without expensive production
  • How to use volunteer narratives to inspire future volunteers, donors, and community partners
  • Why storytelling creates organizational intelligence and deeper insight into volunteer motivation

Designed for volunteer coordinators, nonprofit leaders, executive directors, development professionals, and marketing teams, this session provides practical strategies, interactive discussion, and actionable tools organizations can immediately implement.

Recording:

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