How much does it cost per year to recruit and maintain a volunteer?
A recent study by the Grant Maker Forum shows a wide variety of responses to this question. Of the 17 organizations studied, six reported having no budget for the volunteer program, which is not the same as having no volunteer costs. Among the 11 organizations reporting that they had a budget, per-volunteer costs ranged form $.66 per year to $458 per year, with the average being $ 130.49. You may download the study from the website.
