Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement
Calendar of Events - AL!VE
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AL!VE New Member Information Session
8/7/2026
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December AL!VE New Member Information Session
8/7/2026
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November AL!VE New Member Information Session
8/7/2026
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October AL!VE New Member Information Session
8/7/2026
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Retiring Volunteers with Dignity and Compassion
8/11/2026
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Ask An Exec: Finding Hidden Capacity in Plain Sight
8/25/2026
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AL!VE New Member Information Session
9/4/2026
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December AL!VE New Member Information Session
9/4/2026
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November AL!VE New Member Information Session
9/4/2026
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October AL!VE New Member Information Session
9/4/2026
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CARE Convening: Equity Training for Your Volunteers Panel Discussion
9/15/2026
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Events in the month of July 2026
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7/2/2026
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
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7/3/2026
Independence Day (Substitute) - USA
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7/4/2026
Independence Day (USA)
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7/7/2026
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

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7/9/2026
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.
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7/9/2026
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! 
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7/13/2026
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.
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7/14/2026

Conflict is a natural part of working with passionate volunteers—but avoiding it can undermine relationships, inclusion, and program success. Conflict to Collaboration: Leading Strong Personalities in Volunteer Programs equips participants with practical tools to navigate difficult situations with confidence, clarity, and professionalism. This session emphasizes communication, emotional regulation, and inclusive leadership practices. Attendees will leave with actionable tools, real-time responses, and strategies to address issues early, support all voices, and strengthen volunteer systems.


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7/15/2026
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.

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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.
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7/15/2026
You have the data. Now what do you do with it? Join us on Wednesday, July 15, at 4:00 PM EST as we discuss four different lenses you can use to view your volunteer data with Kristin Keckler-Alexander, the Volunteer Program Manager from the National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri.
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7/16/2026
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.
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7/16/2026

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!

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7/21/2026
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.

 

 
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7/22/2026
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!
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7/22/2026
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.
 
7/22/2026
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.
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7/23/2026
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!
 
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7/29/2026
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!
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7/29/2026
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.
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