Campus 2 Community

Introduction

In the dynamic landscape of progress and challenges, Campus2Community (C2C) has emerged as a beacon of change in Karnataka, India. Their unique mission revolves around tapping into the vibrant energy of college campuses and channeling it towards the upliftment of underprivileged communities. C2C’s innovative approach fosters a symbiotic relationship between students and communities, fostering growth and positive impact on both ends. vms

The Challenge: Elevating Volunteer Engagement

C2C faced a distinctive challenge in making their volunteer program more effective. It was vital to ensure that college & university volunteers could effortlessly apply to the centres near their homes, enhancing accessibility and encouraging more students to participate. Additionally, tracking volunteer progress and task completion was complex, potentially hindering the organisation’s mission.

A Journey Through a Volunteer’s Eyes: Priya’s Story

Meet Priya, an ardent student volunteer from Christ University, Bangalore, driven by a passion for education. Priya embarked on her journey with C2C when she joined their program at her college. Her aim was to bridge educational gaps in nearby underprivileged communities. Platform Commons‘s Better Together, a Volunteer Management Software (VMS) and Collaborate, a Project Management Software came handy to her to achieve the organisation’s mission.

Step 1: Easier Access

For Priya, getting involved was a breeze. The VMS’ location-based filtering allowed her to apply to a center close to her college. This minimized her travel time and enhanced convenience.

Step 2: Streamlined Task Management

Once on board, Priya harnessed the power of the task tracking and management system. This enabled her to stay organized, track her progress, and ensure the timely completion of assigned tasks, ensuring her impact was both meaningful and efficient.

Step 3: Community Building

Exploring the community home page became a significant part of Priya’s journey. Here, she shared her experiences, connected with fellow volunteers, and contributed to a space for mutual learning and lasting friendships.

The Impact: Catalyzing Change Through Priya’s Journey

Priya’s experience serves as a testament to the transformative impact of C2C’s tailored solutions:

• Increased Participation: Priya’s easy access to nearby opportunities and a streamlined process resulted in a remarkable 30% increase in volunteer participation overall.
• Efficiency Boost: The task management system significantly reduced task completion time by 40%. This helped C2C to achieve more with the same resources.
• Streamlined Assignments: The automatic project assignment feature of the software led to a 50% reduction in time spent on volunteer assignments, enhancing overall efficiency.
• Stronger Community: Priya’s interactions on the community home page contributed to a remarkable 25% increase in volunteer retention rates and a 20% boost in shared experiences, creating a tightly-knit community.