Updated Value of a Volunteer Hour in the U.S.

Independent Sector, in partnership with Do Good Institute, has announced the new estimated national value of a volunteer hour: $31.80 Volunteers are…

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Your Employee Engagement Questions Answered: 5 Takeaways From Our Advancing Social Impact Today Webinar

Our March webinar, Advancing Social Impact Today, featured three leaders of corporate social impact who have implemented a network of employee volunteer…

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Global Nonprofit Points of Light Announces Fifth Annual Awards Celebration to Recognize Mike and Jacquelyne Love, Condoleezza Rice, Robert F. Smith and Rebecca and Christyn Taylor and Honor President George H.W. Bush’s Legacy of Civic Engagement

Points of Light announces its fifth annual celebration of The George H.W. Bush Points of Light Awards to recognize Mike and Jacquelyne…

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The Power of Recognition in Civic Engagement: A Changemaker’s Perspective

I’ve been working to put an end to people experiencing homelessness since I was eight years old. I started Khloe Kares in…

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Bank of America Employee Uses Leadership Role in Service to the Community

Meet Daily Point of Light Award honoree Theodore Hansen. April is Global Volunteer Month, a global movement to recognize volunteers and people who…

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Retired Nurse Volunteers to Keep Central Park a Sanctuary for All

Meet Daily Point of Light Award honoree Mary Geiger. April is Global Volunteer Month, a global movement to recognize volunteers and people who…

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4 Tips to Maximize Your Social Impact This Global Volunteer Month

April is Global Volunteer Month and offers the perfect opportunity for you to get more civically engaged in your community and beyond…

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CSR Awards to Benefit Your Company’s Reputation and Attract Top Talent

If your company has successful corporate citizenship and social impact programs, it needs to be recognized! External recognition can enhance your reputation,…

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STEM-Passionate Teenager Helps Future Generations of Females with Access and Education

Meet Daily Point of Light Award honoree Zinia Khattar. Read her story and nominate an outstanding volunteer or family as a Daily…

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“GLOBAL VOLUNTEER MONTH” Celebrates Volunteers Throughout April and Shines a Light on the Importance of Civic Engagement

Global Volunteer Month, from April 1 – 30, 2023, is a time to recognize volunteers and people who actively support their communities,…

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