❖ Heads up! This article is only intended for Center Site Managers.
By the end of this article, you will be able to:
Understand when cloning a volunteer Need makes sense
Clone an existing Need without starting from scratch
Update cloned details before publishing
Avoid common pitfalls when reusing Needs
When to Clone a Volunteer Need
Cloning a volunteer Need allows you to copy an existing listing instead of creating a new one from the ground up. This can be a big time-saver when you’re reusing similar details.
Cloning is especially helpful when:
The same Need runs at multiple locations
You want to bring back an expired or inactive Need
You want to keep most details and shifts the same but change things like:
Schedule type (for example, switching from Is Ongoing to Recurring Shifts)
Cloning won’t be the right fit for every situation, but if you’re reusing details or making small adjustments, it’s often the fastest option.
Get started
Go to Volunteerism > Needs.
Select the volunteer Need you want to clone.
Scroll to the bottom of the Update Need form. Click the gray Clone button next to the red Deactivate button.
A confirmation message will appear. Click Yes to continue.
You’ll be taken to the Create Need page with a copy of the original details—like the title (now with “(copy)”), description, age limits, interests, and more.
If you're cloning for a new location, remove “(copy)” from the title and add the location—e.g., Soup Kitchen Crew – N. Broadway.
Update any other details as applicable.
When you’re ready, click Create Need.
