International Volunteer Managers Day on November 5
Everyone recognizes the contribution of volunteers in every aspect of service delivery in all walks of life. However, volunteering does not succeed without support. Behind this army of volunteers lies an equally dedicated group of individuals and agencies who are responsible for the coordination, support, training, administration and recruitment of the world's volunteers - skilled professionals who are adept at taking singular passion and turning it into effective action.
That is why it is important to celebrate International Volunteer Managers Day every year on November 5. Let these professionals know that the spirit of volunteerism is enhanced and enabled by them, and thank them.
For more information, see http://www.volunteermanagersday.org/
Volunteer Campbell River says good bye to office helper Kaja Kotulak as she moves on to a new adventure in Yellowknife, NWT. We will miss her generous spirit and energy and wish her the best of luck.
Volunteer Campbell River is pleased to welcome Aolani Delorme as our new Office Assistant. Aolani’s office experience, friendly demeanor and knowledge of non-profits is a welcome addition to the centre. Drop by to see Aolani at the reception desk Monday – Thursday 10 am – 1 pm.
Happy 20th Anniversary for Volunteer Campbell River!!!
Thank you to all the volunteers, members, non-profit agencies, sponsors and friends for joining us at the cake cutting ceremony with Mayor Charlie Cornfield on July 8, 2010. We are looking ahead to the future as we continue our support of volunteerism in Campbell River and the surrounding areas!
3rd Annual Mother’s Day Raffle
The draw took place at Volunteer Campbell River on Wed. May 4th.
Congratulations to the prize winners!
The prize winners are:
1st Prize: Learn and Relax Basket Value $500.00 won by Cheryl Lagos
2nd Prize: Olympic Basket Value $300.00 won by Brian Westdorp
3rd Prize: Wine and Cheese Pamper Basket Value $100.00 won by T. Brooks
Thank you to our donors: Claire Trevena’s office, Bev Sievwright and Carol Otte, and thank you to everyone who helped with buying or selling tickets!
At a reception held on Wednesday April 13, 2011,at the Museum at Campbell River, the winners of the 2011 Volunteer of the Year were announced.
The award winners are:
Youth Volunteer of the Year: Nicole Cunning, Yuculta Lodge
Adult Volunteer of the Year: Hope Benavidez, CR Christian School
Senior Volunteer of the Year: Chris Kelly, CR Search and Rescue Society.
Congratulations to all the nominees of our 2011 Volunteer of the Year Awards!
Thank you to our sponsors and supporters of NVW events!
Thank you to our sponsors, without their support we would not be able to host this event:
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Investors Group, Quality Foods, Treena Parker, Save-On-Foods, Balloons n more Party Shop, Thrifty Foods, the CR RCMP office, Mayor Charlie Cornfield and the City of Campbell River, Rivercorp, Warren Andrews of 99.7 The River, Hilcam Trophies, the Courier Islander and CR Mirror newspapers, RBC and our own board members and volunteers that have put time into our events and Volunteer Campbell River.
| Youth | |||
| - | Nicole Cunning |
Junior Volunteer | Yuculta Lodge |
| Adult | |||
| - | Sari Johnson |
Positive Wellness & Harm Reduction |
AIDS VI |
| - | Dave Brown |
Volunteer | MISA |
| - | Hope Benavidez |
Volunteer Committee Member | CR Christian School |
| Senior | |||
| - | Sylvia Phillips |
Volunteer Driver & Board Member | Meals on Wheels |
| - | Jeanne Norton |
Gift Shop Inventory Manager | CR Art Gallery |
| - | Robert Donahue |
Volunteer Tutor | CR Literacy |
| - | Sheridan Dahlgren |
Volunteer Tutor | CR Literacy |
| - | Rob Robinson |
Hospice Volunteer | Hospice |
| - | Anne Hamilton |
Volunteer | Adult Care Society |
| - | Chris Kelly | Vice-president | Search and Rescue |
| - | Deb Willis | Volunteer Extraordinaire | Museum at CR |
| - | Al Nelson | Truck Driver/Furniture Swamper | Habitat for Humanity |
| - | Anne Richard | Front End Attendant | Habitat for Humanity |
Award winners will be announced during National Volunteer Week April 10-16th!
The Campbell River Volunteer Society has promoted volunteerism in Campbell River for over 20 years! We provide ongoing support and encouragement to individuals as they seek ways to become actively involved in our community, and to member agencies in their development and operation of effective volunteer programs.
Volunteer Opportunities lists current requests from our Member Agencies. Be sure to read this section for the latest positions available!
Starting with the August 2010 newsletter, a new section called “Member News” has been added. Follow the Newsletter link to hear what's happening in the non-profit sector!