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By the end of this article, you will be able to:
Understand how volunteer badges are earned
Locate badges on your profile and resume
Know how benchmarks and timeframes affect badge eligibility
Badge Overview
Some sites award badges when you reach specific volunteer benchmarks, such as completing a set number of hours.
When you reach a benchmark:
You’ll receive an email with a shareable badge
The badge will appear on your profile
The badge will also appear on your volunteer resume
You can view your benchmarks in the View Profile area. Badges can be shared on social media or other platforms.
Earning Badges
Badges are tied to benchmarks set by the site.
Each benchmark requires:
A specific number of volunteer hours
Completion within a defined timeframe
On some sites:
Hours may need to be approved before counting toward a benchmark
To earn a badge:
Submit your volunteer hours after completing your service
Make sure hours are submitted within one month after the benchmark timeframe ends
If hours are not submitted within this timeframe:
The badge will not be awarded
The benchmark will not appear on your profile
FAQ
Q. Where can I see my badges?
A. Badges appear on your profile and your volunteer resume.
Q. Will I be notified when I earn a badge?
A. Yes. You’ll receive an email with a shareable badge.
Q. Why didn’t I receive a badge?
A. Your hours may not have been submitted on time, may still be pending approval, or the benchmark timeframe may have passed.