Professionals for Good
An invitation to charities interested in access to professional services
What is Professionals for Good?
Professionals for Good enables business professionals to volunteer their skill sets to assist small and mid-sized Canadian charities. The program matches professionals with charities who need their expertise. Professionals employ their skills for social good, and charities gain access to support they need to operate effectively and achieve their goals.
Why your charity should register for Professionals For Good
-
Access skilled volunteers. Get support to help your charity thrive.
-
Improve operations. Design workflows that make life easier.
-
Resolve an issue. Overcome those persistent problems.
-
Build relationships. Connect with professionals committed to social good.
How does Professionals for Good work?
What you do:
-
Name your Need. Work with us to describe where you need the most assistance.
-
Meet your Professional. Connect with your professional volunteer.
-
Define Scope. Clarify project scope and success metrics.
-
Collaborate. Work together to meet the anticipated deliverables.
-
Provide Feedback. Offer advice to help improve the program.
-
Promote the Program. Share Professionals for Good with other small charities.
What we do:
-
Onboard Charities. We help you define your need(s).
-
Curate Projects. We gather meaningful opportunities for professionals.
-
Offer Matches. We connect charities with professional volunteers.
-
Build Momentum. We provide resources to assist with active projects
-
Track Metrics. We monitor the health of the program.
-
Promote the Program. We share stories about successful projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of projects can professionals help with?
Professionals can assist with a wide range of projects, including strategic thinking, financial management, marketing campaigns, IT support, and other areas where specialized skills are needed.
How do we get matched with professionals?
See the Good Foundation works with Givesome to match your charity with professionals who have the relevant skills to support your identified needs.
What is the process for participating in the program?
To participate, you need to register your interest (use the form on this page), join an onboarding meeting to begin identifying specific needs, and collaborate with us to get matched with suitable professionals. We also need you to provide feedback so we can improve the program over time.
Is there a cost for our charity to join the program?
Charities can register for the program and create volunteer opportunities for free. Charities are assigned a small fee ($100) when their volunteer opportunity is accepted by a professional and the work begins. This administration fee helps offset See the Good's costs to deliver Professionals for Good.
When does the program start?
Professionals for Good will launch during National Volunteer Week, from April 27 to May 3.
Who are the key partners involved in this program?
The program is a joint initiative from Givesome and the See the Good Foundation, with Skyline Properties as the title sponsor for the first four years.
How will the impact of the program be measured?
The program provides semi-annual reports highlighting impact metrics and specific contributions of the professionals across the program. We also share stories on this website and via social channels.
How can we provide feedback on the program?
We will work closely with you to ensure that the program is working for your needs. Your feedback will help improve future iterations and ensure a rewarding experience for you and the professionals involved.
How can we promote the program to other charities and professionals?
You can encourage other charities and professionals to join the program by sharing your positive experiences and the benefits of participating in Professionals for Good. In fact, share the link to this page and invite them to join right now.
No More Than 24
Consider joining No More Than 24 too. For less than $1 a day, donors enjoy a simple, joyful, and social giving experience. This program turns occasional givers into committed supporters. Get funding for one of your vital programs or services.
Register
Now
We’ll follow up with an onboarding call to answer your questions and get you set up.