How to start a project

Some handy tips for setting up your own Employer Sponsored Volunteering group:

• Resources
• Points to consider
• Step-by-step guide
• Ideas

Resources

• Enquiry / registration form
• Team info sheet

Questions to consider

• How many people will attend?
• When will the event happen? (i.e date or month).
• Where does the project need to be?
• Is a budget available?
• Does your organisation have a Corporate Social Responsibility / Community Involvement policy?
• Do you require catering?
• Do you require a site visit?
• Can you encourage ‘green transport’ and organise carshare / coaches?
• Request risk assessments and insurance documents.

Running a project – step by step guide

1. Consider the logistics (first thoughts).
2. Complete the Registration (IE) form and send it to your local Volunteering officer.
3. Discuss your day and arrange a site visit (if applicable).
4. The regional team will liaise with properties to source a suitable task.
5. Confirm the project.
6. Hand out the Team Info sheet
7. Organise transport, a meeting place and lunch.
8. Final update with your team and property contact.
9. Attend the day.
10. Share feedback with your property.

Ideas!

• Take ‘before and after’ photos, for your internal publications.
• Invite Senior Management staff / clients / new apprentices.
• Organise a pre and post project meeting to assess your success!
• Combine the day with a social event or residential.
• ‘Buddy-up’ with a property, and make this an annual occasion!