What is Skills-Based Volunteering?

Skills-based volunteering consists of employees using their professional experience and expertise on a pro bono basis to help the community with nonprofit organizations. It's a time commitment made by many companies looking to leverage their skill sets to create social impact.

 

Why does skills-based volunteering make sense?

For companies: Skills-based volunteering can be a great addition to any employee volunteer program. Studies have shown that offering employees volunteer opportunities can boost morale, build teamwork and enhances a company’s public image. Skills-based volunteering has the added benefit of allowing employees to use core skills in real world situations thus serving as cost-effective professional development.

For individuals: Skills-based volunteering can provide you with a chance to expand and sharpen your professional skills. Skills-based volunteering enables you to develop your professional experiences while honing your skills for the workplace. As an individual, you can leverage your skills to make a positive change in a nonprofit organization while advancing your professional goals.

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Examples of some of the skills needed:

Board Service

Community Outreach 

Emergency Response

Event Planning

Graphic Design

Home Refurbishing

Office Assistance

Photography

Social Media

Social Worker/Care Aide

Website Update and Maintenance