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| 4042 - Volunteer Engagement | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4042.1) | 51 |
Number of volunteers who have completed the screening process during this program year |
| 4042.2) | 51 |
Number of volunteers who have completed orientation during this program year |
| 4042.3) | 10 |
Number of days in which the agent has engaged in professional development activities related to volunteerism |
| 4042.4) | 40 |
Number of volunteers who have participated in formal volunteer education (KVF, Certification, Re-Certification, organized county or district Volunteer Development Activities) |
| 4042.5) | 44 |
Number of volunteers who have taught at least two hours of curriculum-based instruction to 4-H members |
Author: Kelly Woods
Major Program: Volunteer Engagement
The motivation and retention of volunteers are increasingly important to organizations that depend on adult volunteers (Van Horn, Flanagan, & Thomson, 1999). Effective training programs enable volunteer leaders to develop sets of skills, receive rewards, and experience social affiliation. These are all key motivators for adult volunteer leader participation and retention (Hall, 1995; Rouse & Clawson, 1992). The purpose of Kentucky Volunteer Forum is to increase the capacity of volun
