The Value of a Volunteer Hour

We all know how important volunteers are to the success of our nonprofit organizations and the strength of our communities.  Today, Independent Sector, in partnership with the Do Good Institute at the University of Maryland, announced that the national average value...

Points of Light new initiative

Listen. Learn. Act to End Racism Join Points of Light, in partnership with Morehouse College, for Listen. Learn. Act to End Racism, a series of conversations will help identify ways individuals, nonprofits and businesses can fight systemic racism and social injustice....

Pandemic Sparking New Wave of Volunteerism

A potential silver lining – A study from Points of Light found that people are ready to offer their time and energy to nonprofits post-COVID-19. Voting, donating to nonprofits, and volunteering are engagement priorities for people. Read the full study...

Pandemic Spreads Volunteering, Study Shows

Volunteers step up in times of crisis, finding new ways to volunteer their time, energy, and skills to the nonprofit organizations that so desperately need them. Read more about a recent study that shows the impact and importance of volunteering in especially...

Local Nonprofit Gets Expert Return-to-Work Advice

By Molly Golish-Hanley Nonprofits and businesses alike are dealing with return to work challenges. It is easy to feel a little lost without knowing exactly who to contact for guidance in these unprecedented times. Prompted by a BVU hosted “Ask the Expert” event, Chris...