State Business Council
Nebraska employers and workplace groups are generous in their support of their communities.
We are developing the Business Volunteer Council to build upon this legacy and create a statewide network promoting and supporting the efforts of workplace volunteers.
With guidance from our Commissioners and the support of community leaders, we can increase the involvement of Nebraskans.
ServeNebraska looks to capitalize on the expertise of Points of Light & Hands on Network and West Virginia , which has established the first statewide council in the nation.
Why create a Business Volunteer Council?
Business Volunteer Councils:
- Address pressing issue
- Network among community-minded peers
- Increase company visibility through joint service projects
- Share effective practices on employee/retiree volunteer programs
- Promote workplace volunteering
- Provide valuable opportunities for professional development
- Learn about community service agencies and their need for business resources
- Have a greater effect on social issues by forming community partnerships
Benefits to Business
- Companies' mission and values gain higher community visibility
- The capacity of employee volunteer program managers is enhanced through experience-sharing, networking, and training
- The company gains a greater understanding of the community and its needs, enabling better management of company resources
Benefits to Communities
- Joint projects provide opportunities for small businesses to partner with others for community betterment
- More companies with employee volunteer programs means an increased number of volunteers to address community needs
- The community is enhanced by the partnership of companies working together and with area nonprofits to address serious social problems
Benefits to Volunteer Centers & Community Groups
- Nonprofit organizations learn to work more effectively with business volunteers
- More resources (e.g., financial, board members, volunteers, and in-kind donations) are available to the Volunteer Center through the CVC as relationships with businesses are strengthened
- The CVC helps the Volunteer Center fulfill its vision to mobilize people and resources to deliver creative solutions to common problems
Want to learn more? Join?
Greg Donovan
AmeriCorps Program Officer
(402) 471-6249