FAQs
"Helping others isn't just a nice thing to do, or the right thing to do. It is the bright thing to do."
Q: How much lead time does Volunteer Orlando need to plan, manage and lead a project?
A: Ideally, lead time is two weeks or more depending upon group size and project complexity. We book projects up to one year in advance.
Q: Our group is hoping to do a project next week. Is that possible?
A: We stock commonly needed supplies and tools to support last-minute projects.
Q: How many people can projects and activities accommodate?
A: Small groups to over 5,000 people. Depends upon project location, complexity, duration, and a group's flexibility.
Q: Can our project help multiple non-profit organizations?
A: Yes, if your project occurs at a workplace, hotel or other venue. Our team produced a 1,000 person, in-hotel project that helped 20 Title 1 public schools and over 10,000 children.
Q: Why is there a fee for service? We are volunteering our time.
A: Your time is valuable and benefits a third-party. All project supplies, tools and volunteer support are provided by Volunteer Orlando. We also plan, manage, lead, and emcee every project.
Q: How do Volunteer Orlando's group projects compare to activities like playing games, scavenger hunts, hitting golf balls, or bowling?
A: Our projects improve the lives of others. Results are real, tangible and authentic. Hands-on problem solving unites people. Driven by the positive social impact, peer-to-peer camaraderie and teamwork happen on our projects.
Q: How many organizations has your staff helped?
A: More than 300 nonprofit organizations, public schools and parks, involving over 225,000 participants, since 1999.