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Jul 21, 2026: Local Associations Peer to Peer Meet Up

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:43 -0400

The Peer to Peer Meet Up is a networking opportunity for local association
leadership. Our next Meet Up will be on July 21 at 2 pm Eastern

Members of the Local Associations Committee will facilitate discussion about the challenges local association leadership face, brainstorm on solutions, connect peers to peers, etc.

Jul 22, 2026: Fall 2026 AL!VE CVA Study Group

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:13 -0400

The CVA study group is a member benefit from AL!VE open to all AL!VE members preparing for the Fall 2026 exam. The study group is led by facilitators who have recently earned their CVA certification and includes presenters from a variety of organizations and backgrounds. The group meets virtually for 9 one-hour sessions on Wednesdays at 12pm ET beginning July 22nd and ending on September 23rd. Interested in the study group? Complete this REGISTRATION FORM by July 20th.

If you are not yet an AL!VE member, you are welcome to attend the first session, but you must join as an AL!VE member to attend the study group. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at info@volunteeralive.org. Let's get that CVA!

Jul 22, 2026: Career Transition COP

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:34 -0500

Whether you want to move up, leave your current job, switch careers or were recently laid off and looking for your next job, join us to network, vent, share stories and encourage each other along this journey.

Join your peers for discussions for those who manage food banks, hunger organizations, or nutrition programs. This COP will meet Monthly on the first Tuesday @ 3 PM Eastern.

Click here to join the community and participate in our upcoming meeting.

Communities of Practice are an AL!VE member benefit; however, anyone is welcome to attend their first meeting with out being a member. Email info@volunteeralive.org for a free trial. You can learn more about membership here.

Jul 22, 2026: Community of Practice AmeriCorps Seniors

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:37 -0400

Come talk about what AmeriCorps Seniors has been presenting during the last month along with asking for any help in deal with an issue from your program.

Jul 23, 2026: AL!VE Industry Social

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:49 -0400

All are welcome to join our monthly networking industry social for anyone involved in Volunteer Engagement.

All Volunteer Engagement Professionals are welcome to attend an industry social event, monthly at 2 PM Eastern for 45 minutes on the fourth Thursday of each month. Feel free to leave early or come late as your schedule allows. Connect and network with your peers for live discussions - ask questions and let us know what's on your mind!

Jul 29, 2026: Fall 2026 AL!VE CVA Study Group

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:13 -0400

Jul 29, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:10 -0500

Take the next step in your career as a leader of volunteers and become certified in Volunteer Administration (CVA).

Leaders in non-profit organizations and community groups increasingly understand that volunteers can be a critical resource for delivering on a mission. Effective people management and community engagement is imperative – whether they be paid or unpaid. As a result, employers expect that those individuals tasked with mobilizing and coordinating volunteer engagement demonstrate a thorough knowledge of effective practices and an understanding of how to apply that knowledge in support of real-world organizational priorities.

Aug 4, 2026: Foodbank Community of Practice

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:07 -0500

Date	Tentative Topics – any topic can be brought up in any session – we’re in charge 😉
Feb 3	Difficult Situations
Mar 3	Planning for Appreciation
Apr 7	Staff Buy-In
May 5	The Tools We Use
Jun 2	Schools/Unis
Jul 7	Corporate Partnerships
Aug 4	Volunteers for HAM
Sep 1	Recognition
Oct 6	Preparing for the Holiday RUSH
Nov 3	Self-care/VM Day Celebrating US
Dec 1	Managing Expectations
Jan 5	NY Dreams

Aug 5, 2026: Fall 2026 AL!VE CVA Study Group

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:13 -0400

Aug 6, 2026: Service Enterprise Information Session

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:57 -0400

Discover how Service Enterprise builds organizational capacity through strategic volunteer engagement. Learn how it transforms volunteer engagement into a powerful strategy for mission impact. This proven, research-backed approach helps organizations build capacity, strengthen sustainability, and achieve measurable outcomes by fully leveraging people power. Learn how investing in and adopting Service Enterprise creates stronger organizations, greater return on resources, and lasting community impact.

You will learn:

What Service Enterprise is
How it works
Who can benefit from Service Enterprise
Benefits of Service Enterprise
How to Get Involved

Click here to reserve your spot!

Aug 6, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:10 -0500

Aug 11, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:10 -0500

Aug 12, 2026: Fall 2026 AL!VE CVA Study Group

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:13 -0400

Aug 13, 2026: AL!VE Welcome Webinar

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:47 -0400

AL!VE Welcome Webinar Sessions will be held the second Thursday monthly at 1 PM Eastern for 30 minutes.

In this 30 minute call, we will highlight:

Member benefits
Resources & where to find them
Association goals for 2026
Discuss what's happening in the field on a regional or national level
Bring your own topic - have a question you need to discuss? We're happy to connect.

All members are invited to attend!

Aug 13, 2026: Animal Welfare COP

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:59 -0500

We will start out by discussing Evaluations. We will also take the time to see if anyone has any burning questions or issues that the rest of the group will be able to assist with. This COP is great for anyone who works in animal shelters, zoos and aquariums, animal conservation or rescue organizations, or those who are interested in the volunteers who help with the welfare and well being of animals.

Aug 19, 2026: Fall 2026 AL!VE CVA Study Group

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:13 -0400

Aug 19, 2026: Community of Practice AmeriCorps Seniors

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:38 -0400

Come talk about what AmeriCorps Seniors has been presenting during the last month along with asking for any help in deal with an issue from your program.

Aug 20, 2026: AL!VE New Volunteer Information Sessions

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:30 -0500

Join us for our next AL!VE Volunteer Information Session. Learn how volunteering with AL!VE supports leaders of volunteers nationwide, builds a stronger sector, and offers you a meaningful way to contribute your expertise. Discover roles that match your interests, meet fellow changemakers, and take the first step toward a more connected and impactful year.

Make 2026 the year you invest in community!

Click Here to Register

Aug 21, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:11 -0500

Aug 22, 2026: Sewa Forum 2026: Online Discussion Session

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:53 -0400

America has no shortage of generosity or service, with charitable giving reaching $592.5 billion in 2024 and formal volunteers contributing 4.99 billion hours of service. Yet nonprofits continue to face growing challenges around donor fatigue, volunteer retention, youth opportunity gaps, healthcare access, and the responsible use of AI. This is the core question that Sewa Forum 2026 hopes to examine.

Event Theme: From Volunteers to Impact: Strengthening Fundraising Resilience and Nonprofit Sustainability
Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST
Format: Virtual session, Zoom

About Sewa International USA:
With over 23 years of impact across 30+ countries, Sewa International USA works to empower communities through initiatives in education, youth leadership, healthcare, and disaster response and recovery. Sewa International USA is a Hindu faith-based humanitarian non-profit founded in 2003. Sewa operates in more than twenty countries and serves communities irrespective of race, religion, gender, or nationality.

Aug 25, 2026: Ask An Exec: Finding Hidden Capacity in Plain Sight

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:22 -0400

Ask An Exec: Finding Hidden Capacity in Plain Sight
Volunteer engagement is often viewed as a programmatic function rather than a strategic organizational asset. Yet organizations that invest in volunteer strategy infrastructure consistently report stronger capacity, increased community engagement, improved staff effectiveness, and greater mission impact. In this executive-to-executive conversation, nonprofit leaders share their experiences, lessons learned, and the tangible return on investment realized by strengthening volunteer engagement through strategic infrastructure and programs such as Service Enterprise.

Free for AL!VE Members and their Supervisors
$25 for non-members

Aug 26, 2026: Fall 2026 AL!VE CVA Study Group

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:13 -0400

Aug 26, 2026: Career Transition COP

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:34 -0500

Aug 27, 2026: AL!VE Industry Social

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:49 -0400

Sep 1, 2026: Foodbank Community of Practice

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:08 -0500

Date	Tentative Topics – any topic can be brought up in any session – we’re in charge 😉
Feb 3	Difficult Situations
Mar 3	Planning for Appreciation
Apr 7	Staff Buy-In
May 5	The Tools We Use
Jun 2	Schools/Unis
Jul 7	Corporate Partnerships
Aug 4	Volunteers for HAM
Sep 1	Recognition
Oct 6	Preparing for the Holiday RUSH
Nov 3	Self-care/VM Day Celebrating US
Dec 1	Managing Expectations
Jan 5	NY Dreams

Sep 2, 2026: Fall 2026 AL!VE CVA Study Group

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:13 -0400

Sep 3, 2026: Service Enterprise Information Session

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:57 -0400

What Service Enterprise is
How it works
Who can benefit from Service Enterprise
Benefits of Service Enterprise
How to Get Involved

Click here to reserve your spot!

Sep 3, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:12 -0500

Sep 7, 2026: AL!VE Offices Closed

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:05 -0500

Labor Day (USA)

Sep 9, 2026: Fall 2026 AL!VE CVA Study Group

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:13 -0400

Sep 9, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:13 -0500

Sep 10, 2026: National Networks COP

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:31 -0400

National Networks COP Meeting
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/27029330352028?p=8FCoVYXs4CmqzNNbUg
Thursday, September 10
12:40-1:30pm EST (50 minutes)

Sep 10, 2026: AL!VE Welcome Webinar

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:47 -0400

AL!VE Welcome Webinar Sessions will be held the second Thursday monthly at 1 PM Eastern for 30 minutes.

In this 30 minute call, we will highlight:

Member benefits
Resources & where to find them
Association goals for 2026
Discuss what's happening in the field on a regional or national level
Bring your own topic - have a question you need to discuss? We're happy to connect.

All members are invited to attend!

Sep 15, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:13 -0500

Sep 15, 2026: CARE Convening: Equity Training for Your Volunteers Panel Discussion

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:41 -0400

Here from a panel of thought leaders in the equity space about strategies they use to provide equity-related training for volunteers, followed by Q&A

Josh Rogers, Habitat for Humanity International, Community & Mission Engagement Manager
Brittni Coe, The Dallas Holocaust & Human Rights Museum, Volunteer Coordinator
Becky Blumer, Multnomah County Public Library & CCVA Board Member, Volunteer Services Manager
Sarah Delepine, Multnomah County Community Justice, Internship & Volunteer Programs Manager

Sep 16, 2026: Parks & Recreation COP

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:36 -0500

Join fellow volunteer engagement professionals working in urban and rural parks, botanical gardens, recreation programs, and nature preserves. This Community of Practice provides an informal, supportive space to exchange resources, ideas, and best practices. Whether you're seeking advice or sharing insights, you’ll find open discussion and a welcoming community. Bring your lunch, brunch, or favorite beverage and join the conversation! Not sure if this group is the right fit? Come anyway—everyone is welcome.

Facilitators:
Jenny Garver, CVA – Volunteer Coordinator, Macon County Conservation District
Callie Le'Au Courtright, CPM, CVA – Parks & Recreation Supervisor, City of Des Moines
Yvonne Dunphe, CVA – Volunteer Coordinator, Five Rivers MetroParks

2026 Meeting Dates:
January 21, March 25, May 20, July 15, September 16, November 18

Time:
1:00 PM EST | 12:00 PM CST | 11:00 AM MST | 10:00 AM PST
Meetings are held virtually.

Click here to join the community and participate in our upcoming meeting.

Communities of Practice are an AL!VE member benefit; however, anyone is welcome to attend their first meeting with out being a member. Email info@volunteeralive.org for a free trial. You can learn more about membership here.

Sep 16, 2026: Fall 2026 AL!VE CVA Study Group

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:13 -0400

Sep 16, 2026: Community of Practice AmeriCorps Seniors

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:38 -0400

Come talk about what AmeriCorps Seniors has been presenting during the last month along with asking for any help in deal with an issue from your program.

Sep 17, 2026: AL!VE New Volunteer Information Sessions

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:30 -0500

Make 2026 the year you invest in community!

Click Here to Register

Sep 23, 2026: Fall 2026 AL!VE CVA Study Group

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:13 -0400

Sep 23, 2026: Career Transition COP

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:34 -0500

Sep 24, 2026: AL!VE Industry Social

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:49 -0400

Oct 1, 2026: Service Enterprise Information Session

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:57 -0400

What Service Enterprise is
How it works
Who can benefit from Service Enterprise
Benefits of Service Enterprise
How to Get Involved

Click here to reserve your spot!

Oct 6, 2026: Foodbank Community of Practice

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:08 -0500

Date	Tentative Topics – any topic can be brought up in any session – we’re in charge 😉
Feb 3	Difficult Situations
Mar 3	Planning for Appreciation
Apr 7	Staff Buy-In
May 5	The Tools We Use
Jun 2	Schools/Unis
Jul 7	Corporate Partnerships
Aug 4	Volunteers for HAM
Sep 1	Recognition
Oct 6	Preparing for the Holiday RUSH
Nov 3	Self-care/VM Day Celebrating US
Dec 1	Managing Expectations
Jan 5	NY Dreams

Oct 8, 2026: AL!VE Welcome Webinar

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:47 -0400

AL!VE Welcome Webinar Sessions will be held the second Thursday monthly at 1 PM Eastern for 30 minutes.

In this 30 minute call, we will highlight:

Member benefits
Resources & where to find them
Association goals for 2026
Discuss what's happening in the field on a regional or national level
Bring your own topic - have a question you need to discuss? We're happy to connect.

All members are invited to attend!

Oct 9, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:15 -0500

Oct 12, 2026: AL!VE Offices Closed

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:06 -0500

Columbus Day (USA)

Oct 15, 2026: AL!VE New Volunteer Information Sessions

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:30 -0500

Make 2026 the year you invest in community!

Click Here to Register

Oct 20, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:16 -0500

Oct 20, 2026: Volunteer Manager Hybrid Conference

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:14 -0400

Volunteer professionals are being asked to do more than ever. Organization leaders want clear outcomes. Communities expect flexibility. Technology is no longer optional. Resources are stretched thin. And volunteer engagement is at the center of it all.

At this year's Volunteer Management Hybrid Conference on Tuesday, October 20th 2026, you will connect with peers who are navigating these same realities and asking the hard questions about what comes next. Together, you will explore practical approaches to building more resilient, sustainable volunteer engagement strategies, and walk away with clearer direction, stronger frameworks, and the confidence to lead through change.

Click here to register an learn more.

Oct 22, 2026: AL!VE Industry Social

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:49 -0400

Oct 26, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:17 -0500

Oct 28, 2026: Career Transition COP

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:34 -0500

Oct 29, 2026: Am I Making the Right Decision? The Role of Ethics in Volunteer Engagement

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:46 -0500

We all encounter ethical dilemmas in our daily work with and for community, but rarely do organizations focus on ethics related to volunteer engagement. This session provides an opportunity for practitioners to understand the difference between personal, organizational and professional ethics. The core values and principles identified by the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration (CCVA) will be shared. Participants will learn a process for ethical decision-making that can be applied in any situation, and then practice this using real-life scenarios related to volunteers. Finally, several specific strategies will be offered for increasing awareness of ethics within an organization and helping both volunteers and staff become more effective at handling ethical dilemmas.

Nov 3, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:17 -0500

Nov 3, 2026: Foodbank Community of Practice

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:08 -0500

Date	Tentative Topics – any topic can be brought up in any session – we’re in charge 😉
Feb 3	Difficult Situations
Mar 3	Planning for Appreciation
Apr 7	Staff Buy-In
May 5	The Tools We Use
Jun 2	Schools/Unis
Jul 7	Corporate Partnerships
Aug 4	Volunteers for HAM
Sep 1	Recognition
Oct 6	Preparing for the Holiday RUSH
Nov 3	Self-care/VM Day Celebrating US
Dec 1	Managing Expectations
Jan 5	NY Dreams

Nov 5, 2026: Service Enterprise Information Session

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:57 -0400

What Service Enterprise is
How it works
Who can benefit from Service Enterprise
Benefits of Service Enterprise
How to Get Involved

Click here to reserve your spot!

Nov 11, 2026: AL!VE Offices Closed

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:06 -0500

Veterans Day (USA)

Nov 11, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:17 -0500

Nov 12, 2026: AL!VE Welcome Webinar

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:47 -0400

AL!VE Welcome Webinar Sessions will be held the second Thursday monthly at 1 PM Eastern for 30 minutes.

In this 30 minute call, we will highlight:

Member benefits
Resources & where to find them
Association goals for 2026
Discuss what's happening in the field on a regional or national level
Bring your own topic - have a question you need to discuss? We're happy to connect.

All members are invited to attend!

Nov 13, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:18 -0500

Nov 18, 2026: Parks & Recreation COP

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:38 -0500

Nov 18, 2026: Career Transition COP

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:34 -0500

Nov 19, 2026: AL!VE New Volunteer Information Sessions

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:30 -0500

Make 2026 the year you invest in community!

Click Here to Register

Nov 26, 2026: AL!VE Offices Closed

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:06 -0500

Thanksgiving Day (USA)

Nov 26, 2026: AL!VE Industry Social

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:49 -0400

Dec 1, 2026: Foodbank Community of Practice

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:08 -0500

Date	Tentative Topics – any topic can be brought up in any session – we’re in charge 😉
Feb 3	Difficult Situations
Mar 3	Planning for Appreciation
Apr 7	Staff Buy-In
May 5	The Tools We Use
Jun 2	Schools/Unis
Jul 7	Corporate Partnerships
Aug 4	Volunteers for HAM
Sep 1	Recognition
Oct 6	Preparing for the Holiday RUSH
Nov 3	Self-care/VM Day Celebrating US
Dec 1	Managing Expectations
Jan 5	NY Dreams

Dec 2, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:19 -0500

Dec 3, 2026: Service Enterprise Information Session

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:57 -0400

What Service Enterprise is
How it works
Who can benefit from Service Enterprise
Benefits of Service Enterprise
How to Get Involved

Click here to reserve your spot!

Dec 7, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:19 -0500

Dec 10, 2026: AL!VE Welcome Webinar

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:47 -0400

AL!VE Welcome Webinar Sessions will be held the second Thursday monthly at 1 PM Eastern for 30 minutes.

In this 30 minute call, we will highlight:

Member benefits
Resources & where to find them
Association goals for 2026
Discuss what's happening in the field on a regional or national level
Bring your own topic - have a question you need to discuss? We're happy to connect.

All members are invited to attend!

Dec 16, 2026: Career Transition COP

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:34 -0500

Dec 17, 2026: AL!VE New Volunteer Information Sessions

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:30 -0500

Make 2026 the year you invest in community!

Click Here to Register

Dec 17, 2026: Am I Making the Right Decision? The Role of Ethics in Volunteer Engagement

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:46 -0500

Dec 22, 2026: CVA Credential Information Session

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:20 -0500

Dec 25, 2026: AL!VE Offices Closed

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:07 -0500

Christmas Day (USA)