How do you set a volunteer registration deadline?

Want to restrict volunteers from registering for a volunteer opportunity before a specific date? Here's how you can set a volunteer registration deadline:

Step 1: Select "Volunteers" and "Manage Events" in the left side menu. 

Step 2: Choose the event you want to edit or create a new one.

Step 3: Navigate to the "Registration Process" section and find the "Registration Deadlines" option on your Event Creation or Edit Event page, as shown below:

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Step 4: Toggle the button to open advanced settings like "Deadline to Register" and "Provide Cancelation Notice by". 

Step 5: In the "Deadline to Register" field, select the number of days before the event starts to choose the deadline for volunteers to cancel their registration for the event.

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*Note: If you leave the "Registration and Cancellation Policy" box untoggled, volunteers will be able to sign up for your event up until the event is over. Volunteers will also be able to cancel their registration for the event up until the event is over. 



You can easily view information regarding Registration Deadlines directly on the event details page.




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