SCENARIO #2
A Request by a Non-Faith-Based Organization
You receive a detailed e-mail message from a representative of a well-known, national organization that is willing to offer their program at your institution. It would clearly address a major need among your population, but you also know that this is not a faith-based organization.
Citing specific guidelines, describe what you would do in this situation and why.
I thanked them for their offer and explained that I cannot consider this new program. It did not fall under my responsibilities. I did, however, recommend that they contact our Coordinator of Volunteers about their offer. I also forwarded my e-mail response to them to the Coordinator, in order to give a “heads-up”. Perhaps the Coordinator would open the way for them to start their program.
GUIDELINE #2: KNOW YOUR INSTITUTION
- 2.3 Know your Part (Role and Routine) – Be careful not to “add more to your plate,” when it is not part of your job description. As good as any program may be, know your responsibilities and stick to the task. Guard your time jealously.
GUIDELINE #3: THE LARGER / OLDER YOUR INSTITUTION, THE LONGER ITS MEMORY
- 3.2 No surprises for your boss or colleagues – As a professional courtesy, give your boss or colleagues a “heads-up” when you are referring anyone to them. It can be as simple as forwarding an e-mail. The practice of “no surprises” is important to cultivate.