Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia

Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676

DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-vaf-2025

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About the Teaching Paper

Volunteer recruitment depends on systematic, fair, and efficient processes. This Teaching Paper introduces a Volunteer Application Form template that enables organizations to collect essential data, align skills with roles, and reduce mismatches. By standardizing personal information, skills and experience, availability, and emergency contact details, the form strengthens both administrative efficiency and volunteer engagement. A case study from a literacy NGO illustrates how implementing this tool improved retention and satisfaction.

Key Topics

• Volunteer application forms as strategic recruitment tools
• Essential components of structured forms
• Reducing mismatches in skills and scheduling
• Balancing administrative efficiency with relational engagement
• Case study: Literacy NGO tutoring program
• Common challenges and practical solutions

Academic Value

This Teaching Paper connects organizational development theory with practical recruitment tools. It builds on volunteer management and human resource frameworks to demonstrate how structured data collection enhances fairness, efficiency, and role alignment in non-profits.

Suggested Citation

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Teaching Paper: Volunteer Application Form — Enhancing Recruitment Efficiency and Matching. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-vaf-2025

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