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Now Recruiting Our Next Cohort of Presenter Bootcamp Participants
Level up your presentation skills with AL!VE's Presenter Bootcamp! Each year, AL!VE equips volunteer engagement professionals with the tools, strategies,
and confidence needed to deliver impactful presentations.
Submitted: 09/30/25
Article By: Edwards, Gina
Volunteer Fairfax Book/Movie Club Gathering for International Volunteer Managers Day 2025
On Nov. 5, Volunteer Fairfax is marking IVMD with a viewing of the documentary "Join or Die" followed by a discussion of the movie and the book, Bowling Alone. In Northern Virginia, join in person to watch together. Not in the area? Join on Zoom for the book/movie discussion.
Submitted: 09/30/25
Article By: Sanow, Susan
Check out the speaker lineup for this year's Volunteer Management Hybrid Conference (Oct. 28-29)
Learn more about session topics and speakers for this year's conference. Don't forget to register today!
Submitted: 09/29/25
Article By: Smith, Nicole R
Announcing Newly Accredited Service Enterprise Organizations (May & August 2025)
AL!VE is pleased to announce organizations that have successfully met the standards and requirements for Service Enterprise accreditation in May and
August of 2025.
Submitted: 09/25/25
Article By: Smith, Nicole R
Why Investing in a Volunteer Engagement Professional Makes Cents (and Sense)
Read the latest blog from AL!VE's Executive Director Nicole R. Smith highlighting five compelling reasons why hiring a dedicated Volunteer Engagement Professional is essential for strengthening organizations and impact.
Submitted: 09/04/25
Article By: Smith, Nicole R