Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) are the heartbeat of change in our communities. But behind every successful campaign, outreach programme, or development project lies the unsung strength of an NPO — its volunteers.
Volunteers are more than just extra hands; they are ambassadors of your cause, carriers of your values, and the face of your mission. Choosing the right volunteers — and encouraging more community members to get involved — is essential for sustainable impact.
Before recruiting, define exactly what roles you need filled:
When you know what you need, you can attract people with the right skills and interests.
Volunteers offer their time freely, but proper screening protects:
Screening should include:
Volunteers thrive when they’re emotionally connected to the cause.
A volunteer passionate about animal welfare may not thrive in a youth mentorship programme—even if they’re willing.
Provide every volunteer with:
Volunteers who understand their role are more confident and more committed.
Support your volunteers through:
A supported volunteer is more likely to stay, grow, and become a vital part of your team.
People won’t support what they don’t know. Share your impact through:
Inspire people to care—and take action.
Invite the public to:
Many people don’t volunteer simply because they don’t know how.
Make your NPO visible by setting up info booths at:
Be friendly, welcoming, and informative.
Not everyone can give hours every week—but many can help once or online.
Offer short-term or one-time opportunities like:
Publicly recognise your volunteers. Share their stories on:
This encourages others to join and shows the community that volunteers are truly valued.
Volunteers are a gift to any NPO—but they are not “free labour.” They deserve to be:
By choosing the right people and making the community aware of the opportunity to serve, you can transform your organisation from surviving to thriving.
Remember: Volunteers don’t just give time — they give hope.
Whether you’re starting a new nonprofit or strengthening an existing one, this course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the nonprofit sector.
Throughout the course, you will:
1. Understand Compliance Requirements: Gain a clear understanding of legal and regulatory obligations to ensure your nonprofit remains compliant.
2. Learn Good Governance Policies: Explore best practices for financial management and operational policies to maintain accountability and transparency.
3. Master HR and Volunteer Management: Develop the skills to create effective HR contracts, manage staff, and foster strong relationships with volunteers.
4. Improve Marketing and Communication: Learn to effectively market your services and communicate your mission to key stakeholders.
5. Engage Donors and Clients Professionally: Acquire techniques to build and maintain respectful and sustainable relationships with donors and clients.
The course fee is R3500-00 – NPO Development.
For more information contact [email protected] or phone the office at (016) 976-2064.
