Project Guidelines

Day of Caring 2010
September 16, 2010

Project Guidelines

  • Project sponsor must be a non-profit 501(c)(3), school, or government agency.
  • The project must meet a real need for the agency.
  • Volunteers must find measurable satisfaction or accomplishment.
  • The project can be completed in 4-6 hours.
  • The sponsoring agency must confirm that they have insurance to cover volunteers during the Day of Caring by checking the corresponding box on the Day of Caring Agency Registration Form.
  • Supplies and materials are identified and a plan is in place to secure needed items. (Occasionally, but in rare instances, the volunteer team or other sponsor may be able to provide supplies; however, it is up to the agency to seek those resources.)
  • A trusted and responsible person affiliated with the agency must plan and oversee each submitted project as Project Coordinator. The Project Coordinator will communicate as needed with the volunteer team and will be present on the Day of Caring.

All submitted project proposals are subject to review and evaluation.

Showcasing Your Agency

  • Showcase your Agency—Day of Caring is a perfect marketing opportunity, so be creative and get the message out about what your agency does.
  • Welcome your volunteers with a banner and make them feel at home at your agency.
  • Feature your volunteer team in your agency newsletter or website to report the collaborative success of Day of Caring to the community. You may also want to write a letter to the Times-News editor thanking the volunteers. Please share any published items with United Way.
  • Recognize and thank your volunteer team while they are at your agency. It is one of the best ways to ensure they will return one day to help again.
  • Prepare an information packet about your agency for your Day of Caring volunteers.
  • Give the volunteers a brief tour of your agency and a short orientation to your programs. Remember they will be anxious to get started on their project!
  • Invite the volunteers back later in the year (to see the blooming daffodils that they planted, or to participate in an activity at the recreation center they painted).

For more information contact:

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