Volunteering has become extremely important to employees over the past few years. They not only want to have opportunities to volunteer but they also want to know that their organization values giving back. Here are some key ways employers can support volunteerism at work.
1. Encourage and promote volunteer opportunities
Employers can actively promote volunteer opportunities and encourage employees to participate. This can be done through company-wide communications, social media, and other internal channels.
2. Provide time off for volunteering
Employers can offer paid time off or flexible scheduling to allow employees to volunteer during work hours. This can help employees balance their work and personal commitments and make it easier for them to volunteer.
3. Support employee-led volunteer initiatives
Employers can support employee-led volunteer initiatives by providing resources and funding for these initiatives. This can help employees feel empowered and engaged in giving back to their communities.
4. Partner with local nonprofits
Employers can partner with local nonprofits to provide volunteer opportunities for employees. This can help build relationships with the community and provide employees with meaningful volunteer experiences.
5. Offer skills-based volunteering opportunities
Employers can offer skills-based volunteering opportunities that allow employees to use their professional skills and expertise to make a difference in the community.
6. Recognize and reward volunteerism
Employers can recognize and reward employees who volunteer by offering incentives such as paid time off, gift cards, or other rewards. This can help motivate employees to volunteer and show that the organization values and supports their efforts.
By supporting volunteerism at work, employers can not only make a positive impact on the community but also help build a positive workplace culture that fosters engagement and a sense of purpose among employees. Need help developing a volunteer program or with another HR challenge? Reach out today to work with one of Next Level Benefits’ expert Human Resources consultants, each with over twenty years of experience.
April 14, 2023
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