Wave Theory Volunteering Impact Prediction Tool
Make data-driven decisions about volunteering program design
Transform Your Volunteering Impact
This enhanced prediction tool uses Wave Theory to help you design volunteering programs that create lasting impact. By analyzing your organizational context, champion network, and TEQ factors, we provide data-driven recommendations.
Champion Network Analysis
Evaluate network capacity, competencies, and resilience factors.
TEQ Score Integration
Analyze the Transformative Experience Quotient of your programs.
Multi-Scenario Comparison
Compare annual, monthly, and hybrid approaches.
Step 1: Organization Context Assessment
Provide information about your organization's structure, culture, and context.
Step 2: Champion Network Assessment
Evaluate your champion network's size, distribution, and keystone behaviors.
Step 3: TEQ Score Assessment
Measure the Transformative Experience Quotient indicators for your volunteering programs.
Estimated TEQ Score
A moderate TEQ score indicates some transformative potential in your volunteering programs, with room for enhancement.
Step 4: Program Design Assessment
Provide details about your annual and monthly volunteering program options.
Annual Program
Monthly Program
Results & Recommendations
Based on your inputs, here are our data-driven recommendations for your volunteering program design.
Approach Comparison
Impact Comparison Chart
Annual
Monthly
Hybrid
| Metric | Annual | Monthly | Hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Impact | High | Medium | Very High |
| Sustained Impact | Low | High | High |
| Cultural Embedding | Medium | High | Very High |
| Resource Efficiency | High | Medium | Medium |
| TEQ Score Impact | Medium | High | Very High |
Recommended Approach
Hybrid Approach
Based on your organizational context, champion network capabilities, and TEQ factors, a hybrid approach combining the visibility of annual events with the sustained impact of monthly activities will create the most significant and lasting impact.
Annual Approach Analysis
Strengths
- High visibility and participation
- Concentrated resource allocation
- Easier to secure leadership involvement
- Simpler logistics and planning
Challenges
- Limited sustained impact
- Minimal cultural embedding
- Reduced neural pathway development
- Lower TEQ score potential
Optimization Recommendations
- Incorporate pre-event briefing and post-event reflection
- Create meaningful beneficiary contact opportunities
- Design follow-up touchpoints throughout the year
- Develop champion-led debrief sessions
Monthly Approach Analysis
Strengths
- High sustained impact
- Strong cultural embedding
- Deeper neural pathway development
- Higher TEQ score potential
Challenges
- Lower visibility and participation
- Distributed resource requirements
- More complex logistics and planning
- Harder to maintain consistent quality
Optimization Recommendations
- Create progressive skill development pathways
- Implement champion rotation system
- Develop consistent briefing and debriefing protocols
- Establish clear thematic connections between events
Hybrid Approach Options
Option 1: Flagship + Micro-Experiences
Structure: One annual flagship event + monthly micro-experiences
Suitability Score: 85%
This approach combines a high-visibility annual event with smaller, more frequent experiences that reinforce and extend the impact.
Option 2: Quarterly Campaigns
Structure: Four quarterly themed campaigns with multiple activities
Suitability Score: 78%
This approach creates seasonal momentum with themed campaigns that include both larger events and supporting activities.
Option 3: Progressive Journey
Structure: Year-long journey with milestone events and regular touchpoints
Suitability Score: 92%
This approach creates a continuous journey with clear progression, milestone celebrations, and regular reinforcement activities.