Volunteering Policy

Why it’s essential to tailor your team’s volunteering policy

Having an employee volunteer program is key to getting the most from your partnership with OnHand. These programs not only enhance employee engagement but also align your company with corporate social responsibility objectives.

To give you some inspiration, we’ve laid out examples of the most popular ways other companies are making a difference.

Remember, no two companies are the same, so feel free to pick and choose the methods that will work perfectly for your team.

Your starter questions

In our Volunteering Policy handbook, we help you answer 4 key questions:

• Do you provide paid volunteering time? For example, 1 or 2 days a year to be taken for volunteering?

• Do you have a flexible working policy? For example, could your employees volunteer in the morning and start work a little later?

• Can volunteering be done during normal working hours? This will help define when volunteering can happen.

• Can you offer time off in lieu for volunteering completed out of working hours?

Maximising your impact

From here, we provide examples and options to help you optimise your policy for success. Whether it’s organising corporate volunteering opportunities, supporting businesses supporting charities, or creating community project ideas, there’s a range of ways to empower your team.

Remember, when you’re implementing a robust policy, you’re showing your commitment to social value, boosting your reputation, enhancing your appeal to top talent, and attracting investment.