Volunteer Motivation, Scheduling & Recognition Pulse

Welcome! This short survey asks about your volunteering experience—your motivation, scheduling, and how we recognize your contributions. It takes approximately 5 minutes to complete. Your participation is completely voluntary, and you may stop at any time. There are no right or wrong answers; we are interested in your honest opinions. All responses are confidential and will be reported in aggregate to improve the volunteer program. By continuing, you agree to participate in this survey.

Please rank the following reasons you volunteer with us, from most to least important.

1. Contribute to a cause I value
2. Build or use my skills
3. Meet people or build community
4. Personal growth or sense of purpose
5. Recognition or appreciation
6. School or work service requirement
7. Other

In the past 3 months, how often did you volunteer with us?

• Weekly
• 2 to 3 times per month
• Monthly
• Less than monthly
• Not at all

In the past 6 months, have you received any form of recognition for your volunteering?

• Yes
• No
• Not sure

How likely are you to continue volunteering with us over the next 3 months?

How long have you been volunteering with us?

• Less than 3 months
• 3–11 months
• 1–2 years
• 3 or more years
• Prefer not to say

Thank you for completing this survey and for your dedication as a volunteer! Your feedback will be reviewed by our team and used to improve the volunteering experience for everyone. We truly appreciate your time.

How well does your personal motivation for volunteering align with our organization's mission?

How satisfied are you with the flexibility of volunteer scheduling options (e.g., variety of shifts, days, or roles)?

How satisfied were you with the recognition you received?

How likely are you to recommend volunteering with us to a friend or colleague?

What is your age group?

• Under 18
• 18–24
• 25–34
• 35–44
• 45–54
• 55–64
• 65 or older
• Prefer not to say

How satisfied are you with the amount of advance notice provided for volunteer opportunities?

Which forms of recognition would be most meaningful to you? Select up to 3.

• Thank-you email
• Public shout-out (newsletter or social media)
• Handwritten note
• Small branded gift
• Certificate or letter
• Development opportunity or training
• Leadership role or added responsibility
• Volunteer appreciation event

Based on your responses in this survey, what is one thing we could change to better support your volunteering experience?

How satisfied are you with the ease of signing up for volunteer shifts or activities?

We'd love to hear more about your experience. An AI moderator will ask a couple of follow-up questions based on what you've shared so far.

In the past 3 months, what made it difficult to participate? Select all that apply.

• Weekday or time conflicts
• Transportation or parking
• Caregiving responsibilities
• Not enough advance notice
• Tasks or expectations were not clear
• Health or safety concerns
• Location too far
• Lack of reminders
• None of the above
• Other

What days and times generally work best for you to volunteer? Select all that apply.

• Weekdays daytime
• Weekdays evenings
• Weekends daytime
• Weekends evenings
• Varies week to week

How would you prefer to receive scheduling updates? Select all that apply.

• Email
• Text message
• Phone call
• App or portal notification
• WhatsApp
• No preference
• Other