Volunteers tend to do things because they need to be done. Not for the accolades. Certainly not for the pay. Sometimes no one even knows they did it. Did you know that the driving force behind ...

Across Virginia and the nation, volunteers play an integral role in supporting robust community life and ensuring access to vital programs and resources. Since 1974, National Volunteer Week has ...

In the process of interviewing 50 people for the book, “The Story of Kennett: Shaping Our Future One Child at a Time,” we learned that the mother’s milk of much that is good about our community is the ...

In a world defined by rising anxiety, disconnection, and division, the need for service has never been more urgent. As I’ve written about before, volunteering isn’t just a way to help others—it’s one ...

Have you heard of a runner’s high? It’s when a runner experiences a state of euphoria. As a runner, I have experienced that wonderful feeling attributed to a release of endorphins. I’ve also ...

One of the most critical components of success for organizations in the business of making powerful change is a thriving volunteer force—a rallied and ever-replenishing workforce of volunteers. Most ...

Many organizations that rely on the help of volunteers may find success in initial recruitment, but struggle with retention. Inconsistency in volunteer help can significantly impact operational ...

Never waste a crisis. Difficult or disruptive times can be turned into opportunities for change, innovation, and growth rather than simply being endured. Hurricane Melissa has devastated the island of ...