Virginia Volunteerism Summit was a Huge Success
Because of You!
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Virginia is ready to "meet the moment!" The Virginia Service Commission would like to thank you for helping to make the Virginia Volunteerism Summit such a big success. Your conversations and interactions at this event were thought-provoking and extremely informative. We are looking forward to keeping the discussions going throughout the year with regional events and many more opportunities for you to have your voice heard. Stay tuned for continued information on the 2022 Virginia State Service Plan and how you can be involved. We would also like to thank our amazing sponsors for their support in making the Summit a reality. If you haven't already given us feedback about your Summit experience, please fill out this quick survey. |
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NEW! On Demand Recordings Available for the Public |
The Volunteerism Summit's workshops and sessions are now available ON DEMAND for a limited time for $25 for anyone who did not register for the live virtual event previously. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone why may have missed the Summit or has colleagues or friends who would benefit from this event. Many of these workshops are eligible for credits towards a CVA credential. Please share with your networks! |
PLEASE NOTE: Previous Summit registrants do not have to pay an additional fee to view On Demand Recordings. To access recordings, previous registrants can simply login to the Attendee Hub and select "On Demand" to view all the session recordings for 90 days.
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Shine a Light on Incredible Volunteers and Volunteer Groups
for the 2022 Virginia Governor's Volunteerism Awards
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For more than 20 years, Virginia has honored outstanding individual volunteers and volunteer groups with the Governor's Volunteerism and Community Service Awards. One award will be presented in each of 10 categories below. The deadline for nominations is June 17, 2022. Honorees will be celebrated at a special event in September. Download Flyer and help us spread the word!
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Individual Categories
Senior (age 60+)
Adult (age 31-59)
Young Adult (age 19-30)
Youth (age 18 and under)
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Group Categories
Independent Group (family or other group who volunteers together)
Community Organization (nonprofit, government, tax-exempt)
Faith-Based Organization (church or faith-based group)
Educational Organization (k-12 school, university, or affiliated program)
Corporation (for profit with 51+ employees)
Small Business (for profit with 50 or less employees)
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Resources/Grants Available for 9/11 Day of Service Projects |
The 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance is an annual tribute to the 9/11 victims, survivors, and those who rose up in service in response to the attacks. Organizations and individuals are encouraged to plan service projects or take part in planned opportunities -- many of which focus on serving military and first responders. There are countless ideas and resources avaible to help you get started. There are also a number of funding opportunities to help with supplies for your project, including the Virginia Service Foundation's program offering $250 Mini Grants to organizations across Virginia.
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Charlottesville Area
Day of Caring in September
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United Way of Greater Charlottesville is preparing for the community's 31st Day of Caring, September 21, 2022. Tax exempt organizations and schools in Planning District 10 as well as Orange, Buckingham, and Madison counties are invited to reach out if they are interested in hosting corporate volunteers for a day of service. Project details are due in early August. |
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Abingdon Area Honors Outstanding Community Service |
The United Way of Southwest Virginia Impact Awards were held in-person on May 17th honoring outstanding individuals and organizations serving their communities in the fields of childhood success, youth success and community resilience. The ceremony, held at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Abingdon, drew a record crowd of more than 250 community leaders representing communities from Lee County to the New River Valley. |
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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month is celebrated each June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. The event was a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the U.S. IToday, celebrations include pride parades, picnics, parties, workshops, symposia and concerts, and Memorials are also held for those members of the community who have been lost to hate crimes or HIV/AIDS. Check out a few resources below for historical perspectives and organizations working in the field and offering possible advocacy and volunteer opportunities!
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Statewside Young Adult Survey will inform efforts to meet the needs of young adults in Virginia. This anonymous, state-wide survey is open to young adults ages 18-25 that reside in Virginia.
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Youth Service America has launched a national survey to measure the prevalence of community service, service-learning, civic engagement, and leadership opportunities for students in America's schools sent to all K-12 principals. Contact survey@ysa.org if you are a principal and did not receive the survey. Encourage your local principal to complete the survey by submitting this form.
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Tennessee Recovery Congregations is a new faith-based toolkit from the state of Tennessee designed to eliminate stigma within congregations towards those suffering from substance use disorders.
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FEMA's 2022 Nonprofit Security Grant Program can provide funding for target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities to nonprofit, faith-based, or community organizations that are at high risk of terrorist attack. Find out more information by joining an upcoming webinars. Click on date to preregister (required): 3pm - June 2 | 1pm - June 9
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Events & Training Opportunities
Workshops and events are virtual unless otherwise noted.
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