In today’s dynamic business environment, there is a growing movement and desire for employers and not-for-profit organisations to connect with their local communities.
Responding to this need, the Gloucestershire Volunteering Collaborative (GVC) has just launched a comprehensive new guide designed to help employers understand the benefits of Employer Supported Volunteering (ESV) for their companies, employees, and the local community.
This new ESV Guide aims to bridge this gap by providing clear and concise information about what ESV is, how it works, and the mutual benefits it offers to both employers, employees and the local community. This comprehensive guide includes a range of practical tips, guidance, and resources to help employers design and implement effective ESV programmes.
Key Highlights of the ESV Guide:
- Understanding ESV: Clear definitions and explanations of Employer Supported Volunteering.
- Benefits for Employers: Insight into how ESV can enhance company culture, employee morale, and brand reputation.
- Community Impact: Information on how ESV can make a tangible difference in the local community by leveraging resources and expertise.
- Implementation Tips: guidance on how to create and maintain a successful ESV programme.
- Case Studies: Real-world examples of successful ESV programmes from local employers.
Launching the new guide, Emma Snell from Go Volunteer Glos said: “Employer Supported Volunteering is not only a great way for employers to support communities in Gloucestershire, but it has also been shown to benefit businesses themselves too, such as building staff morale. We know that employees giving a few days of their time to volunteer across the county will make a significant different to the lives of individuals. Go Volunteer Glos is the digital home of volunteering in the county and enables employers to connect with a wealth of volunteer-involving organisations and find opportunities that will suit them.”
You can find out more information about the guide or download your copy by visiting: https://www.govolunteerglos.org/employer-supported-volunteering
If you have any enquiries about ESV, please email Joanna Scott: support@govolunteerglos.org
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