Have them meet with some of the participants. Up to this point, I have talked about serving corporate needs. Don't underestimate the power of your programs. Let them sit in on a story hour for preschoolers rapt with attention over the telling of The Very Hungry Caterpillar . Have them meet one of your most inspired volunteers in the Homework Helper program.
Emotion is good.
Appeal to their hearts as well as their brains. Find different ways. Report back on the success during the funding period, offering highlights. Have volunteers or participants write letters of thanks. Give them a certificate of appreciation or plaque they can frame.