Workforce

Volunteer Recognition

Recognising the efforts of volunteers plays an important part in volunteer retention. Recognition will help volunteers feel both valued and valuable.

Recognition can be done informally or formally within the club.

Here are some ideas.

The committee member say hello and get to know all club volunteers
Personal thank you after a training session or big event
Fund volunteer training and education e.g. officiating courses, coaching courses
List active volunteers on the club notice board or website
Feature volunteer profiles on social media, website and club newsletter
Acknowledge volunteer efforts at the AGM, presentation evenings
Certificates and/or awards for volunteers e.g. Life Membership
Enter outstanding volunteers into community-based recognition awards
Organise a function for all volunteers throughout the year e.g. mixers or season launches
Offer reductions in rego fees or entry to games for volunteers
Give volunteers club merchandise e.g. caps, t-shirts
Recognise your volunteers during National Volunteer Week