Professional Documents
Culture Documents
By Linda Graff, Dundas, ON: Linda Graff and Associates, Inc., 2005. vi, 171 p.
Call no. 361.37 GRA 2005
This book is a concise compendium of best practices in volunteer program management. It is a
quick reference guide filled with hundreds of ready-to-apply tips for board members, volunteer
coordinators, executive directors and especially volunteers who organize the efforts of other
volunteers.
Best practices for volunteer programs : best ideas from best programs.
By Sue Vineyard & Steve McCurley, Darien, IL: Heritage Arts Publishing, 2001. 100 p.
Call no. 361.37 VIN 2001
Practical, concise, how-to information on recruiting, retaining, recognizing, motivation, training
and much more.
Better saferisk management in volunteer programs & community service.
By Linda Graff, Dundas, ON: Linda Graff and Associates, Inc., 2003. vi, 199 p.
Call no. 658.3 GRA 2003
Practical, directly applicable tips, tools, checklists, worksheets, and a narrative that leads the
reader through the risk management process. This book works for all sizes and types of
volunteer-based programs and agencies.
The Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement. By Loisann Hauer [et. al.]. Ottawa, ON :
Volunteer Canada, 2006. 18 p.
Call no. 361.37 HAU 2006
A road map for voluntary organizations, large or small, that proposes strategies to effectively
involve volunteers. It proposes ways to integrate volunteer involvement strategically into the
organization, and helps leaders in the organization understand the value and role of volunteers.
Chicken soup for the volunteer's soul : stories to celebrate the spirit of courage, caring
and community.
By Jack Canfield [et al.]. Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc., 2002. xx, 363 p.
Call no. 361.3 CHI
This book speaks of dedicated volunteers who never have time to put the value of their work
into words. Its a great collection of heartwarming stories that both celebrates the heroism of
volunteers and reveals the joy their actions can generate. Each of these stories is a testament
to the power of volunteerism.
Baby Boomers (who represent over 30 % of Canadas population) are in a position where they
can give of their time, skills and energy. This guide explores how non-profit and voluntary
organizations can best harness and maximize this rich potential of volunteer energy.
Volunteer connections : new strategies for involving youth. Prepared by Volunteer Canada
(Ottawa), 2001.
Call no. 361.3083 VOL 2001
This is one in a series of five volunteer program management manuals prepared by Volunteer
Canada. This manual focuses on the challenges that organizations face when seeking to
involve youth as volunteers.
Volunteer management : mobilizing all the resources of the community.
Written by Steve McCurley & Rick Lynch. 3rd ed, Plattsburgh, NY : Interpub Group, 2011. 418
p.
Call no. 361.37 MCC 2011
This is a book about volunteering, and about how organizations and government agencies that
provide community services can make use of the time and talents of community volunteers.
Volunteer managers toolkit : forms, policies, letters and more. Prepared by Stevenson,
Inc. (Sioux City, IA), 2004. 49 p.
Call no. 361.37 VOL 2004
Numerous ideas for volunteer management, including volunteer speakers tools; recruitment,
retention & recognition tools; evaluation reports & management tools; tracking volunteer
involvement; communications & newsletter; assigning, scheduling and matching procedures;
useful policies and procedures; volunteer & board expectations, roles & responsibilities; and,
partnerships & community outreach.
The volunteer recruitment book (and membership development) book. By Susan J.
Ellis. 3rd ed. Philadelphia, PA : Energize, Inc., 2002. 152 p.
Call no. 361.37 ELL 2002
Practical ideas for breaking the recruitment process into manageable tasks. The book first
explains how it is essential to design the types of volunteer assignments that will attract the
most qualified people. Many other topics are included, along with samples and illustrations.
Well-centred : policy development for volunteer centres. By Linda L. Graff. 2nd
ed. Ottawa: Volunteer Canada, 1997. vii, 107 p.
Call no. 361.37 GRA 1997
This policy development manual has been written specifically for volunteer centers. It is
primarily aimed at centers that do not have much policy in place and will help guide the majority
of work they have to do in this area. Included are many topics, discussion, background and
questions to guide position taking and policy development.
DVD
Attracting and keeping volunteers. By Susan J. Ellis. Madison, WI : The Learning Institute
for Nonprofit Organizations, 1998. 110 min.
Call no. V102 DVD
An interactive program in which workshop leaders discuss volunteer recruitment and retention
strategies with workshop participants. Case studies are presented to illustrate changes that
affect volunteer recruitment and retention and how these can be addressed.
The power of many = La force du nombre. In English and French. Ottawa, ON : Volunteer
Canada, 2001. 4 min., 30 sec.
Call no. V112 DVD
This film celebrates the unique contribution volunteers make to Canadian society, through the
organizations that touch on every aspect of our lives, that reach every corner of Canada and
that extend outward across the globe. It presents a snapshot of voluntary activity in celebration
of International Year of Volunteers 2001.
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