Hi Dina,

I know it isn't quite the answer you were looking for.  But I used to work
for an institution that managed two historic homes and had about 10
volunteers.  For appreciation our organization would have outings other
museums or historic sites.  Occasionally we would do something simple like
an ice cream and pizza party (who doesn't like that!).

For tokens of appreciation, from my own personal experience volunteering,
just something as simple as a paper certificate that is official looking
means a lot.   It is the meaning behind the items, so something that is
within your budget to commemorate your volunteers is excellent.

All volunteers are equal.  Each one contributes something to the
institution.

Best of luck!
Robert Wolfe
WVU


On Thu, Jun 12, 2014 at 12:59 PM, Dina Friedman <[log in to unmask]>
wrote:

>  Greetings Colleagues,
>
>
>
> I am curious to find out what types of perks you offer your volunteers.  I
> am particularly interested in hearing from institutions with 100 plus
> volunteers. For example at what point in their volunteer tenure do you
> offer them the ability to bring in guests?  Do you limit the number that
> they can bring?  Are service pins for hours volunteered appreciated or are
> they a waste of money? Do you host special lectures for them? Outings?
> Parties? Do you differentiate between volunteers who work with the public
> vs. volunteers who help behind the scenes.  All information would be
> valuable; thanks in advance
>
>
>
> Dina
>
>
>
> *Dina Rose Friedman* • Interpretive Programs Manager
>
> NATIONAL SEPTEMBER 11 MEMORIAL & MUSEUM
>
> 200 Liberty Street, 16th Floor • New York, NY 10281
>
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