Below you’ll find recorded training, key messaging, volunteer testimonial, and instructions to use with texts and emails, on social media, and in everyday conversations.
Training
At the 2023 National Meeting, we hosted a session for volunteers to learn how best to share your story to recruit new volunteers to support your students and your program. We explored practical ways to engage members of your network in joining as a volunteer, shared the most compelling strategies to tell your volunteer story, and discussed ways to recognize your fellow volunteers in ways that build community.
Watch ‘Sharing Your Story’ Training Here
Download ‘Share Your Story’ Slides
Key Messaging
Our key messaging is the basis of all program communications and informs our discussions and presentations—and will help you learn basics about the program. Use key messaging, when possible, in conversations, texts, social media, etc.
Download Key Messaging Here
Testimonial
In addition to using the facts found in our key messaging, referencing testimonial from other volunteers can add validation to a story you’re telling about your own experience. Use the following quotes from other volunteers in your emails, texts, calls, or in-person conversations. Add your anecdote with more personal information, like the name of your student (if your program allows that) or your host agency or school/site name.
Download Testimonial Here
Email
Customize the email template with your favorite key messaging, data points, and testimonial found above that align with the beliefs and values of your email’s recipient.
Download Email Here
Text Messages
Customize the sample text messages and send them to your friends and connections who match the description and who you think could be interested in joining the team.
Download Text Messages Here
Social Media
Share your story on social media to encourage open dialogue online—you never know which of your friends may see your post and become interested in reaching out to learn more. Some general thoughts about sharing on social media: using personal stories, appeals, and photos can be very persuasive because they let others picture themselves in your shoes. Don’t just post—start a conversation with someone in the post’s comments, follow up via direct messaging, and/or encourage people to reach out. Customize the sample social media posts with more personal information, like the name of your student (if your program allows that) or your host agency or school/site name.
Download Social Media Messaging Here
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