President's Message - Michelle Raymer, CVA |
It was great to see so many AL!VE members, Service Enterprise Hubs, and certified Service Enterprise organizations at the Points of Light conference and AL!VE/Better Impact gathering! It’s always energizing to spend time with colleagues across the country and hear about the amazing work you’re all doing. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to say hi!
In breaking news, I’m excited to share AL!VE will soon have some awesome t-shirts! You can represent your profession and support AL!VE at the same time. We will have ordering information very soon, so stay tuned. Michelle |
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This is the volunteer management conference presented by AL!VE, Better Impact, and VMPC (Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada). Now in its ninth year, this year's topic will focus on the quickly changing landscaping of technology, especially artificial intelligence (AI).
You can learn more about the conference by watching this informational video , and by visiting the main conference website.
Registration is available for host sites now at www.betterimpact.tv/vmhc Host Site Registration Fees: $600 for general public $550 Service Enterprise members OR AL!VE Local Association Members $100 early bird discount if registered by July 30, 2023 Individual Registrations $50 US for AL!VE members Informational webinars for host sites will be held throughout the summer. Sign up from our calendar. If you register as an individual, we will send you further information after registering. Informational Webinars to learn more about being a host site (register from our calendar or from the links below):
All times Eastern: July 6, Noon July 18, 2 PM
July 26, 2 PM Aug 8, Noon Aug 21, 2 PM
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| 2023 Hybrid Conference: Registration Now Open! |
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| AL!VE Impact Award Nominations Opening Soon!
Do you know a Volunteer Engagement Professional who deserves to be recognized for the impact they make in their organization? Is that person YOU? Nominations will open on July 1st for the AL!VE Impact Awards. Join us in recognizing the Emerging and Exemplary Leaders in our field by nominating someone by August 15th. |
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How does it work?
You fill out the form on our website to nominate yourself or someone else who deserves the recognition. We will reach out to the nominees with an application and ask that it be returned no later than August 15th.
Applications will be reviewed by a panel of judges. Winners will be announced at the AL!VE Better Impact Hybrid Conference! We will celebrate these amazing winners all year long! Who can be nominated?
Anyone who has served in the Volunteer Engagement Field for a minimum of three years and who does not currently sit on the AL!VE board (committee members can be nominated)! There are two categories of awards: Emerging Leader and Exemplary Leader. |
| What are the award categories?
Exemplary Leader - The nominee must have been involved in volunteer engagement for at least 7 years with volunteer engagement as their primary responsibility or have been significantly involved in education or research in the field of volunteer engagement.
Emerging Leader - The nominee must have been involved in volunteer engagement for 3 to 7 years with volunteer engagement as their primary responsibility and have been involved in education or research in the field of volunteer engagement. What do the winners get?
Eternal professional bragging rights! A fancy-dancy framed certificate! And, three recipients will be selected from each category and receive $500, $250, and $125, to be used for professional development. |
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| July AL!VE Academy: Addressing Mental Health and Ending Stigma in the Workplace: Taking the Next Step, Moving from Awareness to Action! |
Presented by Ian Adair
July 10, 2 PM Eastern - 60 minutes
The pandemic has exacerbated mental health issues in the U.S. at an astonishing rate, with a swell of stress and anxiety that has consistently worsened since spring 2020. While there is much to be optimistic about right now, we’ll be coping with the emotional and mental fallout from COVID will continue for years to come. Now, more than ever, it’s essential to educate our employees and volunteers about mental health resources and the importance of mental health and wellness. The goal for leaders should be to promote the acceptance and inclusion of those dealing with a mental health issue by improving support systems, spreading awareness, and creating a safe environment for discussion to take place.
Learning Objectives
This presentation will examine: - The impact of mental health on the workforce
- How mental health impacts every aspect of an organization
- How leaders can cultivate an environment of acceptance and inclusion to support employee and volunteer wellness and mental health
- How to cultivate supportive environments for discussion, education, and disclosure of a mental health challenges to take place
- How to utilize the three focus areas of mental health awareness, wellness, and recognition programs in your strategy
About our Presenter:
Ian Adair has spent a career building successful nonprofits. He is a three time nonprofit CEO, TEDx speaker, and recognized expert in leadership, fundraising, and nonprofit management. Ian is on a mission to change the conversation around mental health from one that condemns and diminishes those suffering to one of empathy and support. He is one of the leading voices in a movement to encourage nonprofit and corporate leaders to take bold action to support the health and wellbeing of our workforce. Ian is the author of the book, Stronger Than Stigma. A Call to Action: Stories of Grief, Loss, and Inspiration!
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| Volunteer with AL!VE
Time commitment usually entails one meeting a month, with 1-2 hours working independently on a project or with a team. Volunteering with AL!VE looks great on a resume!
These Committees are seeking AL!VE members to join:
Finance: Do you have skills or interest in fundraising? Help AL!VE build capacity for volunteer engagement!
AL!VE is currently looking for volunteers to join the Funding Development Committee. If you have skills in fundraising, giving plans, sponsorship development, or grant writing we would love to have you join the committee to help AL!VE build and support a strong foundation for volunteer engagement across the globe!
Membership: Membership Committee members have a 3-5 hourly commitment per month; meet monthly and work on projects independently. Tasks Include: new member calls, developing member benefits, local association mentoring & handbook/development, developing member materials, and presenting member webinars.
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Fill Your Calendar with These Great AL!VE Events |
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Communities of Practice:
National Networks Americorps Seniors Animal Welfare Local Associations Transportation Food Banks Health Care Book Club Rural Programs Parks & Recreation Museums ...and more! Check the calendar |
| Learning Opportunities: July AL!VE Academy: Addressing Mental Health in the Workplace Volunteer Managers Hybrid Conference Host Site Informational Webinar
August AL!VE Academy: Supporting Volunteers in Recovery September AL!VE Academy: Recruitment is not the Answer |
| Partner Offerings The Role of Ethics in Volunteer Management CVA Credential Information Session MAVA 2023 Volunteer Engagement Leadership Conference |
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| COP Spotlight: Transportation, July 5th, 1-2pm Eastern
All AL!VE Members are welcome to attend! Betsy McFarland will be presenting on how to better retain volunteers and maintain excitement about the mission they’re supporting. We’d love to extend the invitation beyond our usual Transportation COP attendees. Register from the calendar. |
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COP Spotlight: Local Associations, June 28, 1-2:30 Eastern A panel of peers involved with Local Associations will discuss and share about: Communications and Networking
Member Recruitment and Benefits
Program Planning and Event Logistics
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Welcome to our Newest Members! |
05/09/2023 : Jade Mizzell | 05/10/2023 : Michelle Theisen |
05/10/2023 : Jo Ann Hedstrom |
05/18/2023 : Christy Smith |
05/25/2023 : Pauline Lally |
05/26/2023 : Grace Marie Belizario |
05/30/2023 : Madison Weiter |
05/31/2023 : Allison Russell |
06/05/2023 : Chris Swope Cholewa |
| New to AL!VE or just want to check in?
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 are giving away some cool door prizes too ! The next one is June 26. |
Member Social Coming in August Our third member social of 2023 is a great time to just hang out, connect and network with your peers! Need to get ideas or share a challenge or success? Our next social will be held on August 9, where we'll chat about you and your professional recognition. And...just what is IVM day? |
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Great to see you at the Points of Light Conference!
AL!VE members were representing at the Points of Light Conference in Chicago June 14-16. Great sessions, networking, and our happy hour made sure we celebrated each other and a certain someone's 40th birthday! (Our Service Enterprise Administrator, Kayla). Next year's Points of Light Conference will be in Houston, TX June 12-14, 2024. Plan now to attend, present a session, and meet more of your colleagues! Watch your newsletter for more information early in 2024.
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Thank you to our Renewing Members! Barrie Madasu
Nedra Cutler, CVA Shellie Brown Jeannie Citerman-Kraeger Alicia Vermeer Karla Bachi Barbara Mover Melissa Palmer Faiza Venzant Shoshana Mostoller Amy Howard Severina Ware, CVA Paul Belanger Gretchen Jordan Jenn Forristal Faith Brummet Yvonne Navarro-Brewer Val Parker Courtney Blaise Meagan Patterson Allana Hilley Savannah Heath Renee Hartwig Denise Rene Hannah Cindy Self Beth E Metzger Victoria Lilienthal Tina S McDowell Megan Vixie Harriett Edwards Amy Pinger |
| Join the Service Enterprise Movement & Begin Your Organization’s Transformation Do you dream of working for an organization that is accredited in Strategic Volunteer Engagement and volunteers are valued as much as their paid peers?
AL!VE can help your dreams become a reality. We have local and national cohorts starting this fall. Contact ServiceEnterprise@volunteeralive.org to learn more or reserve your spot! Together we will rally a cross-functional team that will participate in the change management program and help you get your organization accredited in strategic volunteer engagement. The program includes: -
Comprehensive Research-based Diagnostic: organization assessment of existing volunteer engagement practices highlighting strengths and providing tailored recommendations for improvement based on 12 characteristics.
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Cohort-based Training: Up to 16 hours of training & guided organizational activities to reimagine and transform the way an organization leverages the time, talent, and skills of volunteers.
- Customized Coaching: Up to 10 additional hours of consulting and coaching services to help transform your organization.
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Certification: Up to an additional year to implement changes and submit for Service Enterprise certification and become an organization accredited in strategic volunteer engagement.
Join more than 700 organizations who have completed the program and achieved certification. |
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We're Updating Our Website! |
Not finding what you’re looking for on the website? No worries! We’ve made a few changes to make things more accessible.
You can now find Al!VE Academies, Better Impact & Hybrid Conference, Mentor Program, Impact Awards, and Presenter’s Bootcamp under the “Get Involved” drop down.
All resources such as professional standards, advocacy, ethics, trends, DEAI, and general management under the “Resources” drop down. |
| And We've Updated Our Newsletter! |
We hope you noticed some BIG changes with the look of this month's newsletter. Let us know what you think of the new look! |
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