Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement

Congratulations to Our New CVAs and Spring CVA Study Group Participants

We're proud to congratulate the 70 newly Certified Volunteer Administrators who have successfully earned their CVA designation this spring! Your achievement represents not only a significant professional milestone but also a powerful commitment to excellence in our field.

We are especially thrilled to celebrate at least 12 AL!VE members who earned their CVA, including 10 members who participated in the Spring 2025 CVA Study Group. This accomplishment is a testament to your dedication, collaboration, and the strength of peer-supported learning. Your success demonstrates the power of community and the value of investing in professional development.

Study Group Participants Earning CVAs
  • Katherine A. Anderson
  • Julie Ann Barowski
  • Diane Harrison
  • Andrea R. Kiehle
  • Jennifer L. Kraft
  • Julia May
  • Mark C. Osborne, III
  • Jamie Quadrozzi
  • Kasey Jean Tunell
  • Jessica Walters
AL!VE Members Earning CVAs
  • Alyson Balfour
  • Beth Healey
Each spring and fall, AL!VE’s CVA Study Group offers an enriching opportunity for volunteer engagement professionals to prepare for certification in a supportive environment. Facilitated by experienced CVAs, the study group provides a structured pathway for participants to deepen their understanding of best practices and connect with peers across the country. As we close out the spring 2025 program, we want to thank all the participants, facilitators, and presenters who made this cohort so successful. Special thanks to program leaders Sherrill Isenhower, Lynn Lauritzen, and Rosemary Badger. Your energy and enthusiasm continue to raise the bar for our profession.

Whether you're considering certification for the first time or are planning to renew, AL!VE is here to support you every step of the way. Congratulations again to all new CVAs—we can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make!

Interested in joining the next cohort?

Our Fall 2025 CVA Study Group program will run from July 23 to September 24. The cohort will begin meeting on Wednesday, July 23 with a review of program resources and an overview of chapters one and two of the textbook. After the first session, the cohort will meet every Wednesday at 12 p.m. ET for eight weeks from August 6 to September 24. Registration will open on Wednesday, June 4. Check the AL!VE Member News area on or after June 4 for more information.


Link: https://volunteeralive.org/cva_study_group.php

Submitted: 04/24/25
Article By: Isenhower, Sherrill