FAQ

No. Being engaged and arriving with the intention of lending a hand is the focal point of each Giving Back initiative – you don't need to be an expert, just a Good Samaritan. Do recall that everyone has a diverse wealth of knowledge obtained through their unique experiences – even if you’re not an expert, there is always knowledge you can lend.

No. Volunteering time is considered an independent set of paid hours, processed as a paid time-off request. This means that, instead of pursuing volunteer opportunities outside of work hours, you can instead use Paid Time Off for External Volunteer Activities to complete them during the workday. For more information, visit the Staff Personnel Manual.

Please connect with us at the #givingback-ambassador Slack channel and we will help you find a plan for a team activity that's right for you.

Please connect with the #givingback-ambassador Slack channel and we can assist you in getting your opportunity planned and advertised.

Volunteer hours can be used for scheduled weekend shifts. There are many volunteering opportunities that occur on weekends, and if your regularly scheduled hours happen to fall on a Saturday or Sunday, that does not bar you from using the Paid Time Off for External Volunteer Activities classification on your timesheets.

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Do I need prior experience or credentials to volunteer for certain initiatives?

Do I have to complete volunteering opportunities on evenings/weekends?

I want to get a Giving Back initiative off the ground/involve my team in a volunteering opportunity for team-building. Where do I begin?

I found a volunteer opportunity I want to pursue, and I’d also like to involve my colleagues. Where do I broadcast a group opportunity for Giving Back?

What if my regular work schedule is comprised of evenings and weekends? How do I use volunteer hours?