Can’t find a volunteer when you need them? No-one wants to step up anymore? Can’t keep my volunteer’s attention? Younger members won’t volunteer?

It’s probably because associations are still working on the model of yesterday. Mariner has been working with a number of associations on a new model. Follow this exploration in our Idea Center. Here are some additional resources:

The Decision To Volunteer – ASAE & The Center conducted a ground-breaking research project that explored the reasons, motivations and needs of members who volunteer for professional and trade associations along with the barriers to volunteering. The Decision to Volunteer: Why People Give Their Time and How You Can Engage Them is the first study to look at both association and community volunteering and shows the deep commitment association members have to volunteerism.

Attributes of Successful Volunteers – Associapedia entry explores what makes a successful volunteers and how to integrate volunteer training as a membership benefit. Entry includes case samples.