❖ Heads up! This article is only intended for Sustain Site Managers.
By the end of this article, you will be able to:
Understand when cloning an Opportunity makes sense
Clone an existing Opportunity without starting from scratch
Update cloned details before publishing
Avoid common issues when reusing Opportunities
When to Clone a Volunteer Opportunity
Cloning a volunteer Opportunity allows you to copy an existing listing instead of creating a new one from the ground up. This can be a major time-saver when you’re reusing similar details.
Cloning is especially helpful when:
The same Opportunity runs at multiple locations
You need to bring back an expired or inactive Opportunity
You want to keep most details and shifts the same but change things like:
Schedule type (for example, switching from Flexible 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 > Opportunities.
Select the Opportunity you want to clone.
Scroll to the bottom of the Update Opportunity 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 Opportunity 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 needed.
When you’re ready, click Create Opportunity.
