Virginia Service: News & Media

William and Mary selected #1 in service by Washington Monthly

2010-08-25T12:56:01+00:00

Andrew "Drew" Stelljes, director of community engagement and co-director of the Office of Community Engagement and Scholarship, shares his thoughts on why William and Mary is being recognized by Washington Monthly. Kudos to our board member, Drew Stelljes is a member of the Governor's Advisory Board for Volunteerim and National Service.

September 11 - National Day of Service and Remembrance

2010-08-18T15:05:51+00:00

On September 11, AmeriCorps programs are joining with AARP Virginia and Ruritan to insure a safe and healthy supply of food in food banks in your own community. As more families struggle to make ends meet, Virginia's food banks need help in feeding hungry people. Organizations are encouraged to join the effort on September 11 by filling a bag with non-perishable food that your local food bank needs most. Those items include peanut butter, chunky soups, canned meats, canned tuna, canned vegetables, crackers, hot and cold cereal, pasta, rice and canned fruit. No glass containers, please. Focus on foods that are part of a healthy diet including those that are low in fat, sugar and salt and are made with whole grains. The list of drop-off sites for the food drive is available by zip code at www.CreateTheGood.org and will be updated regularly. If there is no food drop site near you, please take the food to a local food pantry or community food bank.

Working in Teams & Collaborations – Partnering for Success Workshop

2010-08-15T15:23:13+00:00

The Office on Volunteerism and Community Services (OVCS) is partnering with Virginia Community Capital (VCC) in the VCC Learning Initiative focused on Emerging Leaders. This initiative supports our mission of increasing the capacity of faith-based and community organizations who want to:

Operate at a high level of effectiveness
Build strong relationships to achieve greater results, and
Increase resource access and use.

The focus of this workshop will be Working in Teams and Collaborations – Partnering for Success. We invite you to register for this jointly-sponsored workshop in Radford on September 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The workshop will be held at the New River Valley Competitiveness Center, 6580 Valley Center Drive, Suite 302.

Animated Infographic: The Volunteers

2010-07-29T18:04:06+00:00

In these still-tough economic times, it can be hard to find ways to give back. But new data just released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that people across the country are still taking the time to volunteer in their communities. This is a look at some of that data, showing who volunteered in 2009 and what kind of work they're doing. Find a volunteer opportunity in your community today.

Volunteer In Virginia

2010-07-28T20:00:09+00:00

Last year 1.7 million Virginians volunteered. Virginia averaged 243 million hours of volunteer service worth $4.5 billion. Find a volunteer opportunity now.

2010 Governor’s Volunteer Awards

2010-07-28T17:41:02+00:00

Check out the recipients of the 2010 Governor's Volunteerism and Community Service Awards.

AmeriCorps in Virginia

2010-07-28T16:13:16+00:00

AmeriCorps *State members dedicate $9 million in service hours to the Commonwealth. Full report.

About Us

2010-07-27T20:29:44+00:00

The Office on Volunteerism and Community Service serves organizations that strengthen their communities through volunteerism and service. Learn more.

Tax Basics for Nonprofit Organizations

2010-06-17T20:25:45+00:00

The IRS has created a new web site, StayExempt.org, with links to five interactive lessons covering tax basics for 501(c)(3) organizations. You can learn and test yourself on the IRS rules and regulations that managers and volunteers of tax-exempt organizations need to know. Also sign up for their newsletter for more information relevant to nonprofit agencies.

Nestlé USA: Very Best in Youth Program

2010-06-17T20:18:32+00:00

Nestlé has been a proud sponsor of the biennial Nestlé Very Best In Youth program for more than 12 years. Created to spotlight the best in youth leadership, the program identifies teens whose efforts are making a profound impact in lives other than their own. The program honors young people ages 13 to 18 who have excelled in school and who are making their community and the world a better place. The maximum recipient award is $1,000. Youth ages 13 and 18 years of age who demonstrate good citizenship, a strong academic record, and can show how they have made a special contribution to their school, church, or the community are eligible. Entrants must have permission from a parent or legal guardian to submit nomination. For more information visit verybestinyouth.nestleusa.com