Mentor recruiting help needed

[nlknauss]

Definitely see if you can't get some team members and robots to your demonstration. Having the students and even the robot convey their enthusiasm about the program will make a huge impression on the people you're trying to recruit. Many of these employees may see that high school student that they use to be and might wish they had that opportunity.

Maybe suggest that they try shadowing the team this coming year rather than taking the full-time plunge. The time put in prior to and during the 6 weeks can appear to be overwhelming initially to any volunteer who is coming in for the first time. Many mentors who take part in the build-season often buy into the program and may end up committing more time once they see the value in you're program and how the work pays off.

While the experience of being a part of this program is invaluable, my last suggestion is to think about what some of the payoffs will be to your stakeholders. Some volunteers receive special commendations from school districts, employers, the team, and even FIRST. Show them that the sky is the limit and it is what you make of it!