A volunteer meet and greet potluck is a casual event that can be a great way to introduce new volunteers to a community, and for existing volunteers to connect.

All types of volunteer programs use training and orientation sessions. For example, humane societies and animal shelters often use volunteer orientation programs to show volunteers around their facilities and teach them any animal care-related skills they may need to know. Other nonprofits may use volunteer orientations to teach volunteers highly specialized skills, such as creating advocacy materials or learning building renovation techniques.