[SOLVED] Mobilizing Action
There are many reasons why an organization would involve volunteers to assist in a sponsored event. Many times, the expanse of the event demands more attention than the current paid staff can provide. Sometimes it may be budgetary issues that limit the use of employees or employee time constraints due to personal responsibilities outside the organizational environment.Read: Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Volunteers in Work SettingsRead: Volunteers (from the National Council of Nonprofits)Interview an organization of your choice, but preferably not a church. Find a large non-profit, or a large community event (a bike race, or marathon, or even the local symphony, library, or garden/conservatory)Develop a questionnaire of at least five (5) questions asking them for the reasons they use volunteers, including the benefits and risks associated with volunteers.Write a 2-3 page double-spaced summary describing the interview and noting any insights gained. Ensure that you include the questions you asked and their responses.Scholarly academic resources, textbooks, or other sources provided. Use of APA format is required.