Ambassador Program

Volunteers of America of Minnesota

RSVP

Pretty Good Players

Introductions

WelcomeHousekeeping informationGetting to Know You

RSVP Greater Twin Cities

StaffServes

Carver Dakota Hennepin Ramsey Scott Washington

Picture of RSVP Greater Twin Cities and East Central Staff

East Central RSVP

StaffServes

Chisago Isanti Kanabec Mille Lacs Pine

Learning Outcomes

Know history of RSVPBe able to talk about Greater Twin Cities

RSVP and East Central RSVP and their programs

Understand the Ambassador Program and responsibilities

Agenda

Background of RSVP

Ambassador Program

Purpose

Recruitment Materials and Strategies

Operations Details

“Answer Hunt”

Survey

Background

RSVP – Your Invitation to Volunteer

Established in 1971

Opportunity to put skills, talents, and life experiences into motion for others – and benefit our Minnesota communities in the process.

The Greater Twin Cities and East Central RSVP work in 11 counties and are sponsored by Volunteers of America-Minnesota.

Focus Areas

Veterans and Military Personnel and their

Families

Housing

Food Security

Literacy

Economic Opportunity

Independence and Wellbeing for Seniors

and Persons with Disabilities

Benefits

Personal customized assistance

Be counted as part of a national

movement

Special Events email newsletter

Ongoing training and recognition

Partial mileage reimbursement

Supplemental insurance

RSVP Coordinated Initiatives

CarFitBone BuildersRSVP Ambassador

Elevator Speech Exercise

RSVP Ambassador Program

Why?GoalsTarget audienceCreate your own opportunity

Pretty Good Player Recruiter

Connector Presenter Combination

Ambassador Roles

Connectors

Connect with people or groups who are interested in learning more about RSVPSchedule speaking opportunitiesPass information on to RSVP staffSchedule minimum of 6 opportunities

Presenters/Tablers

Handle logistics of speaking eventsGive presentations to groupsTable at an event, fair, exhibit, etc.Present at least 2 times a year

Connectors

Start with thinking about where you’re connected (work place, church, schools, gym, etc.)

Think about other places to connect with potential volunteers

Seek out people who may be interested in volunteering

Tell them a little about RSVP and gather their contact information

Pass individual information along to an

RSVP staff person

Presenters/Tablers

Handle speaking engagement logisticsDevelop “Talking Points” for presentations

Recruitment Materials and Strategies

RSVP MaterialsStrategiesCreate your own

o Support of RSVP Staff

Connector Exercise

Sample Action Plan

Ambassador Program Recordkeeping

Questions

“Answer Hunt” and Feedback

Next Steps

Schedule a meeting with __________Decide whether you want to be a

connector, presenter, or bothPrepare your meeting documentsMeet with __________Begin your volunteer recruitment

adventure

THANK

YOU

Questions