January 2025 - Letter From the President |
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Darlene Laird, CVA AL!VE President and
Skilled Volunteer Strategy & Engagement Manager at Habitat for Humanity International |
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I am deeply honored to serve as the AL!VE Board President for 2025 and am filled with excitement for the growth that lies ahead for the organization. Last year was a testament to our collective strength, with remarkable achievements that you can revisit by watching the recording of the 2024 Annual Meeting.
As AL!VE celebrates its 16th year in 2025, we find ourselves truly coming of age, poised to advance our mission in bold and impactful ways. This year promises to be transformative, with a dedicated board of dedicated professionals working tirelessly to support our members and elevate the profession of volunteer engagement.
I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Cathy Thoma for her outstanding leadership and service as our 2024 Board President. Cathy’s dedication and vision have been instrumental and we are deeply appreciative of her service.
Thanks to all our members for being an integral part of AL!VE, for your dedication to volunteer engagement, and for your continued support as we embark on this exciting 2025 journey. Let’s make it a year to remember! |
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Celebrating Gretchen's Retirement |
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Join us for a Retirement Happy Hour to celebrate Gretchen Jordan's lifetime of service in volunteerism, leadership and her incredible years of service with AL!VE. Let's come together to honor her dedication and achievements on Wednesday, January 15 at 5:30 p.m. ET via Zoom. Register here to be part of this special occasion! Gretchen's Retirement Happy Hour Wednesday, January 15 5:30 p.m. ET
Lastly, as we embrace a new chapter at AL!VE, you can help us continue Gretchen's legacy. Learn more through the link below. |
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January: Growing Your Volunteer Leader Team |
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This interactive session focuses on volunteer empowerment: giving existing volunteer leaders the knowledge and confidence needed to successfully encourage more volunteers within their nonprofit organization to take on leadership roles. The session is also highly useful for staff within nonprofit organizations who are looking to recruit volunteer leaders, or anyone who just wants to learn more about leadership within volunteering. January AL!VE Academy Tuesday, January 14 2:00 p.m. ET 90 minutes
Nicola Lake has extensive experience both working and volunteering in the nonprofit sector, leading on volunteer management and developing training initiatives at a variety of organizations - including the British Red Cross, FoodCycle, and The Royal Photographic Society. Learn more and register below. |
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February: Proven Strategies for the Recruitment & Retention of Latinx Volunteers (BDEAI) |
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The Latinx population continues to grow. Does your volunteer force represent your Latinx community? Are you looking for ways to engage and retain Latinx volunteers? During our time together, we will explore cultural awareness, dive into demographics, assess your volunteer program’s current state, and learn proven practices for attracting, engaging, recruiting, recognizing, retaining, and supporting Latinx volunteers. February AL!VE Academy Tuesday, February 11 12:00 p.m. ET 90 minutes
Monica Jasso proudly serves as the El Paso County Volunteer Coordinator, bringing over 25 years of experience with adult learners and nonprofit work. Born in El Paso, Texas, and a Texas A&M University alumna, Monica is dedicated to advancing social good with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Learn more and register below. |
AL!VE Academy Webinars on any BDEAI topic are free for everyone. The general public is welcome to attend, and will receive a copy of the slide deck, recording, and attendance certificate upon request. The webinar recording will be on our home page under 'About Us' / Commitment to Community tab. Learn more about AL!VE membership at our website.
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