Service Enterprise for Funders

Investing in Service Enterprise is an Investment in Nonprofit Capacity, Infrastructure, & Strategic Engagement

SERVICE ENTERPRISE IS THE NATIONAL ACCREDITATION FOR STRATEGIC VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT IN ORGANIZATIONS

Image depicting that for every $1 an organization invest in strategic volunteer engagement they can expect a $3-6 retun on investment Image depicting that organizations that operate as Service Enterprises are better lead, managed, and operate at almost half the median budget as their peers Image depicting that over 80& of Service Enterprises report an increase in total volunteers and skills-based volunteers and over a 60% increase in volunteer hours

Service Enterprise organizations are a better investment; they effectively leverage volunteers and their skills, extending every dollar donated to accomplish more. They engage the community in mission-driven volunteer opportunities, building local buy-in and trust. Volunteering addresses many pressing concerns: improving mental and physical health, decreasing loneliness and social isolation, increasing social capital, and decreasing polarization.

The research underscores that there are many benefits for organizations to operate as a Service Enterprise; accredited organizations provide more impactful and rewarding volunteer experiences, which:

Increase engagement and productivity for employees & community members
Increase health and wellness outcomes for employees & community members
Create a higher return on donated volunteer hours

Organizations operating as a Service Enterprise are better equipped to host skilled and pro-bono volunteers, which builds employee professional and leadership capabilities for corporate partners, community businesses, and funders.

HOW TO GET STARTED

The Service Enterprise Program provides a turnkey opportunity to invest in Strategic Volunteer Engagement and the capacity of nonprofits you support. There are a variety of ways to get started:

Fund Service Enterprise nationally will benefit hundreds of organizations annually by sustainably building capacity through strategic volunteer engagement. Contact us to learn more about investment and sponsorship opportunities.
Partner with AL!VE or a local Training and Implementation Partner to host a Service Enterprise cohort of your funded partners or selected organizations.
Offer grants and implementation funding for organizations wishing to participate in Service Enterprise.
Partner with AL!VE to connect your employees, donors, or constituents with volunteer opportunities at Service Enterprise organizations.
Provide additional points or scoring priorities for Service Enterprise organizations in grant competitions.

There are a variety of opportunities for partnership based on your geographic scope and funding priorities. Contact us at serviceenterprise@volunteeralive.org, and we’d be happy to discuss the best model to support your mission and goals.