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15 Essential Questions to Ask a Voluntary Agency

  1. What is the organization's mission?

  2. What volunteer work will I be doing?  What are the opportunities for advancement and variety?

  3. May I see a written job description for my volunteer work?

  4. What is the required time commitment of the volunteer position?  What is the time period of the position?

  5. How will my volunteer work help fulfill your organization's mission?

  6. What skills will I be able to use/develop?

  7. Do I have a trial period?  How long is it?

  8. Who is my supervisor?

  9. What kind of  environment (i.e.  formal, hectic, even-paced) will I be working in at your organization?

  10. Will my out-of-pocket expenses be reimbursed?

  11. How is your organization funded?

  12. How many volunteers are involved in the program/the organization?

  13. Does the volunteer position require you to run any background checks on me?

  14. Can I be sued for any activities I may be involved with during my time as a volunteer here?

  15. When can I start?

These 15 Questions have been adapted by Volunteer Canada from the Volunteer Centre of Ottawa-Carleton and the Volunteer Centre of Hamilton and District.

 

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