Soft skills development
Volunteering has been proven to improve communication, teamwork & adaptability with employees gaining vital knowledge. 82% of volunteers surveyed felt volunteering had given them skills to use in a professional context.
Community connection
Volunteering allows employees to spend time with colleagues and meet new people from other teams. It also helps to build a connection with members of the local community by recognising the challenges they face, and applying resources to help overcome them.
78% reported volunteering introduced them to people from different backgrounds where they expanded their understanding.
Improved leadership
Some staff will naturally fall into leadership positions during volunteering by organising or providing support, which will aid them in their day-to-day role.
Increased happiness
61% of employee volunteers reported high happiness in work compared to 55% who haven't volunteered. Happier employees are four times more engaged at work.
Enhanced health
77% of volunteers reported improved mental health & wellbeing. 53% of volunteers reported improved physical health.
Social interaction
89% of volunteers agreed they met new people and made new friends through volunteering, especially in older demographics.
Confidence
74% of volunteers reported improved confidence as a result of their volunteering experience.
Sources
NCVO - “Time well spent” study - 2019
Neighbourly - YouGov research - 2021-2022
McKinsey Quarterly - Igniting individual purpose in times of crisis - 2020
The Guardian - Millennials want to work for employers committed to values and ethics - 2015
Springer Link - The Impact of Corporate Volunteering on CSR Image: A Consumer Perspective - 2014
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