Some of the most valuable gifts an organization receives have no price tag on them.
Volunteers find fulfillment when they know their help has been worthwhile.
Schools need to reinforce these positive feelings by rewarding the gift of time and talent through consciously recognizing these contributions and publicly expressing your appreciation. Needless to say, when someone makes a gift of time and talent, treat their gift with respect. Be sure that you are well organized and ready to put their skills to work efficiently. Don't allow their time to be wasted. Never allow them to get bogged down in a project that has not been well defined or where the proper tools, materials, or organizational support have not been provided from the start.