Attain, Retain & Maintain Volunteers (Club Development - Spring Series)

If you would like to attend this session online please register and then let us know (your experience will be slightly compromised)!

Presented by Keith Whelan, The Grants Guy

Volunteers are the heartbeat of every successful sports club — but attracting and keeping them takes more than good intentions. This practical and insightful workshop, led by Keith Whelan, will equip club leaders with the tools, strategies, and confidence to build a thriving volunteer program.

Whether you're just starting to formalise your volunteer processes or looking to strengthen existing systems, this session is ideal for anyone involved in club governance, event delivery, or community engagement.

💡 Why Attend?

• Understand the Value – Learn how to articulate the importance of volunteers across all roles: operational, governance, advocacy, and events.
• Recruit with Purpose – Discover how to attract the right people and align their skills with your club’s needs.
• Retain and Reward – Explore strategies to create a positive volunteer culture and keep people engaged long-term.
• Lead with Confidence – Gain practical tools to manage, support, and develop volunteers effectively.

🛠️ What to Expect

This interactive session will cover:

• Trends, issues, and challenges in volunteer management
• The difference between leadership and management
• High-level communication skills: negotiation, feedback, and appraisals
• Recruitment, onboarding, and recognition strategies
• Legal and compliance essentials every club should know
• Strategic planning and evaluation tools for volunteer programs

Participants will leave with:

• A personalised action plan to improve volunteer management
• Templates and tools to implement immediately
• Increased confidence and clarity in managing volunteers
• Opportunities to network and share best practices with peers

👤 About the Presenter

Keith Whelan, known as The Grants Guy, is a leading consultant in funding and volunteer management across Australia and New Zealand. With extensive experience working with sporting bodies, community organisations, and government sectors, Keith delivers practical, results-driven workshops that empower clubs to grow sustainably. His expertise spans grant sourcing, strategic planning, and volunteer engagement — making him a trusted voice in community sport development.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Stacey Francis-Bayman: gmoperations@rowingwa.asn.au

Participants need to log in with their Revolutionise Sport details to complete the EOI form. If you are having trouble logging in then please contact the RWA office on 08 9364 3905 to confirm your login details.