Make the Most of Your Time This Summer

Boosting your résumé and building your network by investing in your professional growth. This month, plan ahead by registering for the hybrid conference and submit an abstract for next year's summit while summer schedules are still flexible.

Darlene Laird, CVA

Board President

Dear Members,

As I soak up the last weeks of summer, I’m also finalizing ideas for workshops to submit for next year’s National Summit on Volunteer Engagement. It’s never too late to think big and I hope you will too. Whether it’s presenting or attending this October's Hybrid Conference or next year's Summit, getting involved now means shaping an unforgettable experience for the field and your résumé.

Let’s get ready for 2026 to be our most impactful year yet!

Darlene

News & Announcements

FEATURED NEWS

Summit Call for Proposals Deadline Extended to August 14

There's still time to share your expertise and submit a proposal to be a part of the 2026 National Summit on Volunteer Engagement!

Learn More

MORE FEATURED NEWS (from the Newsroom)

Volunteer Manager Hybrid Conference Registration for Individuals is Now Open: Registration is officially open for the annual conference happening October 28 or 29. Find the list of speakers and more.
International Volunteer Managers Day Committee Announces 2025 Theme: Learn more about the theme for International Volunteer Managers Day 2025: "Be Bold. Make Change."

PROGRAM & MEMBER NEWS (from Member News)

Sharpen Your Skills While Advancing the Mission - Become an AL!VE Volunteer!: Several volunteer opportunities are currently available with AL!VE. Volunteering is a great way to support the profession while sharpening your skills and networking with others. Check out where you might share your skills with AL!VE!
Announcing GivePulse as Platinum Sponsor for the 2026 National Summit on Volunteer Engagement: Supporting over 10 million volunteers, institutions, associations, businesses, and organizations, GivePulse bring community together to drive social impact through a comprehensive giving platform.
Volunteer Manager Hybrid Conference Host Site Registration Is Now Open!: Register as a Host Site to bring your local network together to be a part of this year's conference with the theme, "Show Them the Money."

GENERAL RESOURCES (from the Resource Vault)

Five Fee Online Training Platforms (from The Democracy Labs): As you continue in your professional development journey, don't forget to provide opportunities for your volunteers to do so as well! Check out these great options for online volunteer training platforms.

Upcoming Events

ACADEMY WEBINAR

Gaining Organizational Support from the Top Down for Your Strategic Volunteer Engagement Initiatives

With Nicole Smith, CVA & Amy Pinger, CNP, CVA

Thursday, August 14, 2025

1-2 PM Eastern

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MORE EVENTS

August 19 & 21 - CVA Credential Info Sessions
August 18 - AL!VE Board Info Session
August 21 - AL!VE New Member Info Session
September 1 - AL!VE Offices Closed

Visit the Event Calendar

COMMUNITIES OF PRACTICE
All Times in Eastern Time Zone

August 14, 1pm - Animal Welfare
August 14, 2pm - Volunteer Programs in Local Govt
August 19, 2pm - Rural Programs

August 20, 3pm - AmeriCorps Seniors
September 2, 3pm - Food Banks

Member Connect

MEET-UPS

New to AL!VE or need a refresher? Find out what's happening or get a quick fix of networking with your peers! New members will get a brief overview of our mission, benefits, activities and committees. We also give away great door prizes too!

Upcoming New Member Info Sessions
August 21

MEMBER AREA

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