Event Details September 2023

Part 1: READY – Envision a Bold Future Time: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM

1. Introduction and Welcome – PSC Nonprofit Center

1. • Overview of the day and introduction of today’s trainers and objectives.
   • Importance of strategic volunteer engagement in organizational success.

2. Identifying Organizational Goals

2. • Understanding the significance of aligning volunteer engagement with organizational goals.
   • Techniques for identifying and prioritizing top goals.

3. Utilizing the SPOT Matrix

3. • Explanation of the SPOT Matrix (Strengths, Opportunities, Problems, Threats) and its role in strategy and planning for success.
   • Workshop activity: Participants analyze their organization using the SPOT Matrix.

4. Creating a Vision for Transformative Engagement

4. • Crafting a compelling vision for volunteer engagement that aligns with the organization’s goals.
   • Brainstorming session: Participants envision the ideal state of volunteer involvement.

5. Anticipating Impacts and Challenges

5. • Importance of environmental scanning and context mapping.
   • Strategies for identifying potential challenges and opportunities that may affect the plan.

Break: 9:30 AM – 9:45 AM

Part 2: SET – Plan Your Strategy Time: 9:45 AM – 11:15 AM

1. Recap and Warm-up

1. • Summary of Part 1’s key takeaways.
   • Icebreaker activity to energize participants.

2. Mapping Your Game Plan & Top Initiatives

2. • Translating the vision into actionable initiatives.
   • Guided exercise: Participants outline key initiatives for the next 12 months.

3. Building Your Strategy

3. • Crafting a concise, focused document for easy tracking and sharing.
   • Identifying quick wins and milestones within the plan.

4. Interactive Group Activity: Quick Win Identification

4. • Participants share their quick wins and receive feedback from peers.
   • Facilitated discussion on refining quick win strategies.

 

Break: 11:15 AM – 11:30 AM

Part 3: GO – Implement Your Strategy Time: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

1. Recap and Energize

1. • Summary of Part 2’s highlights.
   • Energizing activity to prepare participants for the final segment.

2. Calendaring Your Strategy

2. • Developing a 12-month timeline for executing the strategic plan.
   • Importance of building in flexibility and white space.

3. Quarterly Sprints for Action

3. • Breaking down the plan into achievable quarterly goals.
   • Workshop: Participants create quarterly action plans for effective implementation.

4. Taking Your Plan Online

4. • Advantages of using digital tools for collaborative planning.
   • Introduction to online project management platforms.

5. Prioritizing Wellness & Balance

5. • Strategies to prevent burnout and maintain team well-being.
   • Tips for incorporating self-care and balance into the implementation process.

6. Final Remarks and Call to Action

6. • Reiteration of key points from the series.
   • Encouragement to begin the implementation process with renewed focus and enthusiasm.

Conclusion: 12:00 PM

Note:

• Each part includes interactive discussions, group activities, and workshop sessions to engage participants actively.
• Participants are encouraged to bring laptops or devices for interactive exercises in Part 3.
• Handouts and digital resources will be provided to support the curriculum.
• Facilitators with expertise in strategic volunteer engagement will lead the sessions.