Methodological recommendations developed by the Agency for Strategic Initiatives based on the best practices of state support for volunteering in Russia and abroad.

The recommendations suggest the creation or development of an existing infrastructure for the interaction of the authorities with volunteers and volunteer centers.

Implementation mechanism

Adoption of regional public authorities rules of interaction with socially oriented non-profit organizations (SO NPOs) and volunteer associations
Appointment of a person responsible for the development of volunteering in the region (not lower than the deputy head of the subject of the Russian Federation)
Creation of the Council on volunteering
Opening of resource centers
Providing subsidies and grants
Providing information support and popularization of volunteering
Training of volunteers and officials
Development of incentive measures

Evaluation of the implementation of the Standard

Volunteering Support Standard

Practice discussion