Education & Reading Programs Community of Practice is a group of professionals with the interest of improving reading levels for youth and adults. We convene bimonthly to offer support, share best practices, provide a safe space for discussion, and networking.
For more information contact Brandy Tolbert, Facilitator. Register from our calendar on the next available date.
2025: January 6, March 3, May 5, July 7
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* 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 further sessions.
If you're interested in learning more about the Certification in Volunteer Administration in general, visit the CCVA website for information sessions about the exam and application and upcoming information sessions from CCVA.
Take the next step into the amazing field of volunteer management and join us for Volunteer Management 201!
This advanced training prepares volunteer managers to tackle the challenging and complex issues of volunteer engagement and program sustainability, to help you build the skills you will need to lead the volunteers.
This 2-day training is designed for volunteer managers who have completed Volunteer Management 101 or those who are seeking advanced training in the field. Facilitated by Emily Coleman and Jenn Forristal, both of whom have been working in the field of nonprofit and volunteer management for over nine years. This interactive workshop will focus on next-level topics, including:
Volunteer Management 201 builds on the basics of Volunteer Management 101. Volunteer Management 101 is not required in order to take 201, but we do recommend it.
Day 1: Wednesday, March 12th, 8 a.m. - Noon
Day 2: Thursday, March 13th, 8 a.m. - Noon
Registration for this event will sign you up for both sessions. Zoom links to join this training remotely will be sent out the week before the event to those who have registered, along with a workbook to be used throughout the training.
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* 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 further sessions.
If you're interested in learning more about the Certification in Volunteer Administration in general, visit the CCVA website for information sessions about the exam and application and upcoming information sessions from CCVA.
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This interactive workshop is designed to empower volunteer managers with the skills and tools needed to enhance their volunteer programs through effective budgeting. Whether you’re planning to expand your volunteer initiatives or secure funding for existing programs, this workshop will guide you through the essential steps to ensure your budget aligns with your program’s goals and the value of your volunteers.
Key Takeaways:
This workshop will be a collaborative, hands-on experience with time dedicated to applying the concepts to your own volunteer program. Participants will walk away with actionable insights and a completed budget ready for presentation.
Who Should Attend:
Volunteer managers and coordinators who want to improve their budgeting skills, secure resources for their volunteer programs, and present their initiatives effectively to stakeholders.
Meet the Speaker: Kathy Dise “Finding ways to save our clients money and making QuickBooks work for them are two things I truly love to do. I have an MBA in finance from the University of Toledo, a BBA in finance from St. Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Indiana, and 20 years of continuous growth and responsibility in the banking industry. Just before founding BudgetEase, I worked at the Cleveland Clinic Innovation Center. I am also a certified advisor for QuickBooks desktop and online products as well as Webgility, Hubdoc, Fathom and other QuickBooks apps.”
March AL!VE Academy: Developing a Culture of Appreciation: Alexandra Berríos Feliciano - March 13, 2025 @ 2:00PM - 90 Minutes
Retention and Recognition of Volunteers from the Para la Naturaleza Experience
In this workshop, we will explore how Para la Naturaleza has developed a culture of appreciation towards its volunteers, which has resulted in strong retention and significant recognition. Through our experience, we will identify effective strategies and successful practices that can be applied in various organizations to improve volunteer retention and recognition. Topics to be discussed:
1. Understanding the importance of volunteer retention and recognition.
2. Building a culture of appreciation: core values and guiding principles.
3. Strategies to encourage long-term retention of volunteers.
4. Tools and techniques for the effective recognition of voluntary work.
5. Case studies: concrete examples of success in Para la Naturaleza.
6. Practical actions to implement in other organizations.
About Our Presenter
Alexandra Berríos Feliciano is a professional with a decade of experience dedicated to the third sector, specifically focused on the conservation of cultural and ecological resources. Currently, she works as a volunteer and community relations specialist at Para la Naturaleza. In this role, Alexandra provides comprehensive support in the administrative processes of volunteer management, including the development of opportunities and events, volunteer recruitment, design and facilitation of training workshops, research, and communications and relationships with other organizations. She is also a 2023 AL!VE Presenter Boot Camp Graduate.
Her academic formation includes a bachelor's degree in Geography from the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus, and she is completing a master's degree in Cultural Administration and Management at the same institution. In addition, she has professional certifications as an Interpretive Guide from the International Association of Interpretation, as Volunteer Manager and in Ecological and Cultural Tourism projects.
With a passion for youth development and raising awareness on crucial issues such as climate justice, grassroots building and citizen science, Alexandra has designed,
coordinated and facilitated youth training workshops. Her personal interests span a wide range of topics, from geography and cultural management to sustainable development, ecofeminism, gardening, environmental justice and music.
With a unique combination of professional experience, specialized skills, and a deep connection to her personal interests, Alexandra is committed to promoting environmental and cultural conservation, as well as empowering communities to build a more sustainable and equitable future.
This virtual Community of Practice supports volunteer engagement professionals managing programs in and across rural communities. These monthly peer-to-peer sessions address some of the challenges that come with operating in geographic areas with lower population numbers and that are located outside of more suburban and urban areas. Members use these sessions to troubleshoot issues, to give and receive support, and to share strategies, best practices, and resources for effective volunteer program management.
2025 Meetings will be held (All times 2 PM Eastern):
January 21, February 18, March 18,
April 15, May 20, June 17,
July 15, August 19, September 16,
October 21, November 18, December 16
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COP's are an exclusive AL!VE member benefit. Anyone is welcome to attend the first COP meeting, but after the first meeting we ask you become a member. Learn more here.
We will contact you with the zoom login information.
* 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 further sessions.
If you're interested in learning more about the Certification in Volunteer Administration in general, visit the CCVA website for information sessions about the exam and application and upcoming information sessions from CCVA.
Enhance your professional development and support the profession of volunteer engagement at the same time! Join us for an AL!VE New Volunteer Information Session! This session is your opportunity to learn more about AL!VE, our mission, and how you can get involved. Whether you’re interested in sharing your skills, learning new ones, or connecting with a community of like-minded professionals, we have opportunities for you! Don’t miss this chance to join a dynamic organization that supports leaders in volunteer engagement nationwide. We can’t wait to meet you and explore how we can make an impact together!
We will contact you with the zoom login information.
* 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 further sessions.
If you're interested in learning more about the Certification in Volunteer Administration in general, visit the CCVA website for information sessions about the exam and application and upcoming information sessions from CCVA.
