This article from Galaxy Digital provides recognition ideas for different volunteer generations.

“Just as a one-size-fits-all rule doesn't apply to T-shirts, it certainly doesn't cut it in the world of expressing appreciation - particularly when considering how to say thank you to differing generations of volunteers."

Check out the recommendations for acknowledging the contributions of volunteers of different generations!

The second resource from Volgistics provides a description of common volunteer motivations, appreciation best practices and a list of “meaningful volunteer appreciation ideas.”

You may find some items you don’t typically consider on that list when thinking about volunteer appreciation such as invites onto advisory boards or covering the cost of a professional development training for them.