Volunteer Welcome Email SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab
Client: SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab
Industry: non-profit education & community garden
Audience: Community members who are interested in volunteering with the organization and have signed up to receive ongoing emails with volunteer opportunities
Tone: friendly, inviting, prepared
Project: Email confirming the recipient has joined the volunteer email list.
Challenge: client wanted to maintain engagement with their group of volunteers between in-person volunteer events
Strategy: Leaning on the enthusiasm for this new garden space in the community, I wrote a welcome email that emphasized the recipient’s positive future impact by joining this unique garden community. The email clearly outlined what to expect in the future, which leaves prospective volunteers feeling informed and better prepared to participate in activities in a brand new space.
Subject: Dig into Volunteering with SOIL!
Preview: Whether you’re excited to put your hands in the dirt or…
Email Body:
Welcome to the SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab family, <first name>!
We are thrilled that you're interested in joining us as a volunteer and want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your willingness to lend a helping hand.
As a volunteer, you are an essential part of our mission to create a welcoming and sustainable space for everyone in Durango and the surrounding area. Throughout the year, we offer a variety of opportunities for you to contribute your time and talents, including, but not limited to:
Constructing Garden Features: Help us build new garden beds, structures, and features that enhance the beauty and functionality of our garden space
Supporting Field Trips: Assist with educational visits to the garden, guiding students as they explore and learn about the wonders of nature and sustainable gardening practices.
Maintaining Garden Beds: Participate in ongoing maintenance activities, such as planting, weeding, watering, and harvesting, to ensure our garden remains healthy and productive.
By opting into our volunteer email list, you'll stay informed about upcoming volunteer opportunities and events at the garden. We will keep you updated with regular announcements, schedules, and details on how you can get involved. Whether you can join us for a single event or become a regular volunteer, every bit of support makes a difference.
We are excited to work alongside you and other community members to create a welcoming space that nurtures both the environment and our sense of community. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to reach out to me at <contact email>.
Thank you once again for your commitment to the SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab. Together, we will cultivate a space that enriches lives and grows lasting connections.
Warm regards,
<Sender Name>