Volunteer Recruitment Script
A ready-to-use volunteer call and message script.
Recruitment call script
Opening: Hi [Name], it is [Caller] with [Campaign]. Do you have two minutes?
Connection: We are building a local team to [specific campaign objective], and I thought of you because [real connection].
Specific ask: Could you join a two-hour [canvass/phone/event] shift on [date and time]?
Alternative: If that is not a fit, would [specific alternate role/date] work better?
Close: Great. I will send the exact location, time, contact person, and what to expect.
Follow-up checklist
- Send details immediately.
- Record role preference and availability.
- Confirm 24 hours before the shift.
- Offer a next action after the first shift.
Downloads
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