We are excited to have released a new feature on ServiceReef - the Master Application. This is a great way to allow for your trip participants to apply only once to serve with your organization, if you would so choose. Additionally, it makes supporting your applications easier in the future.
We thought the best way to unpack this would be to answer some general questions for how this wor...
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Preparation Retreat
Lodging & Meals at Retreat
Transportation to Retreat
Training Resources
Team Gear
Meetings
Travel to Site
Travel around Site
Lodging for Event
Meals for Event
Visas
Insurance
Project Funds
Gifts
Debrief Expenses
Post-Event Meetings
Post-Event Resources
A Fundraising Catalyst
As we have worked with many organizations and churches to talk through various challenges (and remember, we are passionate about partnering with you to tackle these challenges). One of these challenges that comes up often is helping trip participants raise funds and know about the tools they have available for raising funds. The team at ServiceReef has created a tool...
Six Tips for Effective Short Term Trip Recruiting
Alumni - Reach out to alumni who have served with your organization before or have specifically been to this location or worked with this partner.
Clarify the Win - Quickly state the purpose of the trip and who you are looking to recruit as a team member. The more clearly you clarify from the beginning, the better chance you have of fin...
Implementing a local engagement strategy does not have to be difficult, but what is all that effort really worth? In other words, what is your ROI on your time and energy?
There is great peace in knowing Jesus. Take care of your heart and encourage your team. Remind them who is in control and that none of this surprises Him.
Learn how to improve communication and clarity on fundraising participants, leaders, and parents is “what happens to the funds I've raised for this trip?”
The Right Person
It really does start with the right person and this is often best known by watching people as they experience serving opportunities and how they handle smaller responsibilities. You are looking for a person with the right character, the right temperament, the right social skills, and the right administrative skills. Know what you are looking for and keep lists of potential...
Looking for ways to engage participants once they get back from a short term trip? Here are a few suggestions to take things to the next level.
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