President's Message - Michelle Raymer, CVA |
This month we’ll be opening up applications for the 2024-2026 Board of Directors. There aren’t superlatives to describe how rewarding it has been to learn alongside some of the most impressive people I know and be a part of building a community dedicated to the profession of volunteer engagement. I have gotten so much more out of volunteering with AL!VE than any other professional development I’ve participated in. We encourage self-nominations, so I hope you’ll thoughtfully consider Board service. If it’s not the right timing for you yet, consider a committee or a project-based role. We have a lot of goals for the coming year, so it’s a great time to get involved.
Michelle Also, if I leave one thing as my legacy with AL!VE I won’t be disappointed if it’s getting t-shirts to represent the profession. Not sorry that I am way more excited about these than is reasonable! See the article below. |
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| Time is running out!
Last days to Nominate for the AL!VE and Better Impact Fifth Annual National IMPACT Awrds celebrating individuals who have shown exceptional leadership and knowledge in the field of Volunteer Engagement. This honor will showcase the importance of the profession and encourage all professionals in this field to continue to lead and to be inspired.
Nominations close at 5pm EST, Tuesday, August 15, 2023 and are only accepted electronically via nomination link below. Recipients will be announced at the AL!VE/Better Impact/VMPC Hybrid Conference on October 17th & 18th, 2023.
There are two categories: Emerging Leader and Exemplary Leader. Three recipients will be selected from each category and receive $500, $250, and $125, respectively. The cash prize is to be used for professional development within 18 months. Please nominate the emerging and exemplary leaders in your networks, or nominate yourself!
Take a listen to some of last year's winners and hear how this experience impacted their professional careers! |
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2023 Hybrid Conference: Registration Now Open! |
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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). How can you include this time saving technology while maintaining that human touch?
You can learn more about the conference by watching this informational video , and by visiting the main conference website.
Host Site Registration Fees: $600 for general public $550 Service Enterprise members OR AL!VE Local Association Members Individual Registrations
$50 US for AL!VE members Informational webinars for host sites will be held throughout the summer. Sign up from the conference website. If you register as an individual, we will send you further information after registering. Informational Webinars to learn more about being a host site:
All times Eastern: Aug 17, 1 PM * Aug 21, 2 PM * Aug 30, Noon * Sept 11, 2 PM * Sept 21, 3 PM |
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September AL!VE Academy: Recruitment Isn't the Answer |
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Presented by Rob Jackson
September 20, 10 am Eastern
Everyone knows recruitment can be tricky now, post lockdowns etc.. But the answer isn’t simply trying harder to recruit. We need better, more flexible, opportunities that fit with people’s interests, motivations and availabilities. We need a culture in our organizations that welcomes and nurtures the potential of volunteers, not one that seems them as being nice but not essential. This isn’t just down to the Volunteer Engagement Professional - everyone needs to embrace it. In short we need to see change in our organizations. This session will explore what needs to happen and how we as leaders can get the ball rolling.
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| About our Presenter:
Rob Jackson
Rob Jackson is Director of Rob Jackson Consulting Ltd, a consultancy and training company that helps engage and inspire people to bring about change.
Rob has almost 30 years experience working in the voluntary and community sector, holding a variety of strategic development and senior management roles that have focused on leading and engaging volunteers.
Rob has run his company since 2011 working with a wide range of clients in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, the USA and Canada.
Rob is co-author of The Complete Volunteer Management Handbook (DSC, 2012 and 2019) and From The Top Down - UK Edition (Energize Inc., 2015).
**Note: There is NOT an October AL!VE Academy. See you at the Hybrid Conference! Watch future newsletters for November and December topics & dates. |
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Class of 2024-2027 Board Member Nominations
Open August 21!
Hi, I'm Cathy Thoma, AL!VE's President Elect and chair of this year's Nominating Committee. As Michelle previously mentioned, I too, have had the most rewarding experience by serving on the AL!VE board and in particular, in a leadership role. I have grown both personally and professionally and have had the unique opportunity to engage with volunteer leaders across the nation. How amazing is that?
If you are interested in joining us on our mission, consider applying for a board position. The nomination form will be available on Monday, August 21, 2023. If you are still uncertain, or would like more information about the position, join us for our Board Informational webinar on Friday, August 25th at 11:00 am Eastern. I look forward to speaking with you then.
Please direct any additional inquiries to myself or the Nominating Committee here. -
Board terms run for three years beginning January 1, 2024
- Nominations Open: August 21, 2023
- Informational Webinar: August 25, 2023 Register Here
- Voting Opens: October 25, 2023
- Voting Closes: November 13, 2023
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New Board & Officers Notified of Results: November 17-30, 2023
- Election Results Announced at AL!VE Annual Meeting, December 6, 2023
- New Board Orientation: Date TBD - December 2023
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Seeking Mentors for AL!VE's Emerging Leaders Mentor Program! AL!VE is dedicated to the professional growth and development of leaders in volunteer engagement. The purpose of the Emerging Leaders Mentor Program is to provide a platform for AL!VE members to connect, share best practices and position themselves as leaders in the field through ongoing professional development and skills building.
Participants will paired with AL!VE Mentors to receive individualized coaching and support as well as monthly mentee peer sessions pertaining to leadership development topics. The call for mentees will be in the September newsletter. | International Volunteer Managers Day is Coming November 5 Every year, our profession celebrates YOU! This year's theme is 'Helping Others Help'
Volunteer Managers change lives — both the lives of volunteers themselves and of those served by well-led volunteers. It is a life-changing profession. Volunteer managers provide the leadership and direction that allows people to build a good and just society and to mend the social fabric. Without professional leadership, people’s time, talents and efforts could be wasted. Plan now to recognize your peers and yourself. We have a downloadable postcard you can print and send! Check out the website link below for more ideas to celebrate yourself and your colleagues! |
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Your Input Needed For Research Study to Investigate the Job Journey* of Volunteer Administrators Allison Russell, Assistant Professor of Public and Nonprofit
Management at the University of Texas at Dallas and doctoral research assistant, Kayla Parker, are conducting a research study to investigate the 'job journey'* of volunteer administrators.
We seek to examine what leads individuals to enter the volunteer administration profession and their subsequent professional development experiences in the field. The goal of this research study is to improve our understanding of the volunteer administration profession through an exploration of the perspectives of volunteer administrators.
We want to learn directly from volunteer administrators through in-depth virtual interviews, and we are hoping that you will consider participating. During the interview, we will ask you to share your personal narrative of your journey into the volunteer administration profession.
We will ask you questions about your educational experience, professional background, career goals and motivations, and professional development and training. Your time and expertise are valued and appreciated by the research team.
We encourage you to read this information before you determine your desire to participate. If you are interested in participating, please click on the links to the right.
Thank you, and all the best,
Allison Russell, Ph.D.
Kayla Parker *Note: due to spam filters, we replaced the actual phrase (see the graphic to the right - with job journey) |
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| Fill Your Calendar with These Great Events |
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Upcoming
Communities of Practice: August 15, 2pm - Rural Programs August 15, 2pm, Literacy August 23, 1pm - Animal Welfare
August 28, 2:30pm - National Networks August 28, 3pm - AmeriCorps Seniors September 5, 3pm, Food Banks September 6, 2pm, Emergency Response September 14, 12pm - Healthcare |
| Learning Opportunities: AL!VE Board Member Informational Webinar, August 25 September 20 AL!VE Academy: Recruitment is not the Answer Volunteer Managers Hybrid Conference - October 17 & 18 November AL!VE Academy: TBA Check our calendar for more. |
| Partner Events:
IAVE Global Webinars on Youth Volunteering: |
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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. Congratulations to the following organizations who became certified Service Enterprises this past month!
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League of the Palm Beaches, Inc West Palm Beach, FL
Catholic Charities Community Services, Phoenix AZ
LifePath, Inc., Greenfield, MA |
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AL!VE Graphic Tees Now Available! |
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Now you can have that perfect shirt to wear to work, events, or whenever you need to advocate for your position and the profession! We've partnered with a small business who will take your t-shirt order in your size & style, then ship directly to you!
AL!VE will receive a portion of the t-shirt revenue. There are two designs available at this time; with more interest, more designs & colors will be created! You can fine more information at our website, Membership>Donate/Shop |
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Partner Resources:
International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE)'s Youth Volunteer Focus Papers Released Insights Paper: Youth Volunteering, Employability and Sustainable Livelihoods: Exploring the Role of the Corporate Sector
Challenge Paper: Youth Volunteering and Employability
Challenge Paper: Youth Volunteering and Well- Being: Exploring the Benefits of Engaging in Civic Action
Challenge Paper: Youth Volunteering and Activism: Exploring Pathways to Enact Change |
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Welcome to Our Newest Members! |
Kelly Walters Kiersten Anderson Ilsa Garcia Ashley Ray Kristine Fletcher Corrine Parsons Sara Borse Alexandra Nyashina Stephanie Giles Roseanna Galindo Courtney Sullivan Harrietta ward Julie Lampe Collin Kind Katie Newton Kayla Morris Julie Taberner Alison Carlin Naomi Dews Sarah Buchen Marisha Geraghty Ashley johnson Katie Albritton Casie Flippin Katie Pollak Christine Pannell |
| 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 ! Our next event will be on September 25 at 1 PM E. |
SAVE THE DATE for Our Next Member Social
Our final member social of 2023 is a great time to just hang out, connect and network with your peers! Our next social will be held on November 7. We'll look back and look ahead to next year - celebrating successes, not so successes, and what you're planning for next year! |
| Thank you to Our Renewing Members! Larkin O'Toole Jessica woods Allie Zimmerman Craig Young Shana Chaplin Sarah Sukhram Robin Popik Jennifer Bealty Lisa Marie Mooney Nancy Williams Shannon Murphy Liza Dyer, CVA Katrina Bettis Angie Drier Michael Mulhern Tracee Patterson Todd McMullin Jody Schaffer Jillian Davis Marcia Hale Mark Osborne Tony Goodrow William Webber Shirley Conger Sujit Singh Marie Howell Garrett Zaffke Marilyn Douglas Lorene Mendoza Dallas Association of Directors of Volunteers Trudi Campbell, CVA Melissa Pletcher |
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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!
A heartfelt thank you to our newsletter editor, Adrienne Polumbo! You are so appreciated and we all appreciate your efforts to bring us this information! |
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