...we're going to the National Conference on Service and Volunteering in New York City! I'm incredibly excited about the opportunity to engage with other Volunteer Coordinators and Managers from around the country, mostly to learn and grow both the Volunteer Program at CMCA and to grow myself as a Volunteer Coordinator. The conference promises to be a huge educational and networking opportunity. Plus, it's in New York City!
I will be attending the conference with two other individuals from my agency: Angela Hirsch, our Community Services Director and Ann Gilchrist, our Foster Grandparents Program Director. Between the three of us, we will be able to attend several different sessions on all things volunteerism. I'm mostly excited to attend the sessions regarding working with diverse communities and measuring the value of community volunteers.
Speaking of measuring the value of community volunteers, did you know that if you count the hours that volunteers in every capacity worked with Central Missouri Community Action during our 2009 fiscal year (October 2008 - September 2009) and you measure those at minimum wage dollar value, volunteers contributed $827,957?!
Incredible, huh? And that's really nothing compared to the actual value of the work they have accomplished. From painting walls to running board meetings, our volunteers are the glue that's holding Community Action together!
Check back with us soon for more updates about volunteering here in Central Missouri! If you have a story to tell, let me know and we'll get you posted on the blog. And, don't forget to check out our Executive Director's blog for updates on what CMCA is doing in Central Missouri to address poverty!
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