Four trustees standing outside a village hall holding a certificate

Volunteer recruitment and retention: practical steps for village halls | Online Training Event

17 September 2026

10:00 - 12:00

Online via Zoom

About this event

This practical online session will help village hall trustees recruit and retain trustees and volunteers in ways that feel realistic and manageable.

We will look at what puts people off getting involved, how to break roles into smaller tasks and how to create clearer, more welcoming recruitment messages.

The session will also cover trustee recruitment in line with Charity Commission guidance and simple steps to help people stay involved once they join.

 

Who should attend?

Village hall or community building trustees or managers.

 

What you will get by attending

Through attending this event you will:

  • Understand why people hesitate to volunteer and what encourages them to say yes
  • Learn how to break roles into smaller, more flexible tasks
  • Gain practical guidance on recruiting trustees in line with Charity Commission expectations
  • Be able to share your experiences with other village halls facing similar challenges

 

Cost

This event is free of charge.

 

How to book

Please follow the booking link above to register to attend. You will receive an email confirmation of your booking. Full joining instructions will be sent by email a week before the event.