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4^th Annual HOT Latin Nights Auction
Save the Date

This festive event offers a night of dancing to the music of 10 Spot, a tasting of local Latin fare, beverages and a silent auction.  Join us on July 18, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the heart of Ghent at the corner of Colonial Avenue and Olney Road to support the mission of VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads.

To get a sneak preview of Almost Live auction items, click here.

Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.  Click here for more information.

To learn more about this event or donate an auction item, contact us at (757) 624-2400 or email specialevents@volunteerhr.org.

To view pictures from 2008's event, click here.

Serve America Act

On March 31, 2009, the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act passed in Congress with a strong bi-partisan marjority.  This is the largest expansion of community and national service since the launch of the Civilian Conservation Corps 75 years ago (Service Nation).   The Serve America Act was co-authored by Senators Kennedy and Hatch and was signed during National Volunteer Week in D.C. on Tuesday, April 21, 2009 by President Obama.     Our own President & CEO, Beth Lloyd, participated in a special reception  honoring Senator Kennedy at the Russel Senate Building.        Sen. Hatch and former Sen. Harris/                        Beth Lloyd with Usher and Friends  Current HandsOn Network Board                                                     Member      What will The Act accomplish? Creates 175,000 New Service Opportunities and Rewards Americans for Commitment Creates New Service Corps to Meet Key Needs in Low-Income Communities Provides Incentives for Middle and High School Students to Engage in Service Makes High School Students Part of Solution to Challenges in their Communities Boosts Opportunities for Disadvantaged and Foster Youth and Native Americans Strengthens Disaster Relief Service Efforts Establishes an Alumni Reserve to Respond in Emergencies Bolsters America's Competitiveness Expands Service Opportunities for Older Americans and Public-Private Partnerships Creates a nationwide community-based infrastructure to leverage investments in service Encourages Highly Skilled Professionals to Help Improve Global Health Establishes Call to Service Campaigns Recognizes and Supports Colleges and Universities Engaged in Service To view the full Bill click here.

2009 Funders Forum
Thursday, May 14, 2009
8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

This forum brought together a panel session of leaders from local, state and national foundations to share best practices on how to approach funders in tough economic times and how to handle foundation donor cultivation.  Click here to view pictures of the event and for more details. 

2009 Hampton Roads Volunteer Achievement Awards

Deborah K. Stearns, CPM, SIOR
Lenora Mathews Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

Ms. Stearns, Managing Director of Advantis/GVA-Norfolk was presented with the Lenora Mathews Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her dedication to serving Hampton Roads on April 29, 2009.  The award is presented each year by VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads to recognize leaders whose actions continue to influence the quality of life we all enjoy in Hampton Roads. 

The Hampton Roads Volunteer Achievement Awards also recognized outstanding volunteers in the community.   Click here to view the 2009 honorees and photos from the event.

VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads
400 West Olney Road, Suite B
Norfolk, VA 23507
Phone: (757) 624-2400
Fax: (757) 624-3618
E-mail: info@volunteerhr.org
Web:  www.volunteerhr.org

We are excited to announce that we will be launching web-based training by the end of summer 2009.  Tracks will include:  Board Development, Volunteer Management and How to Start a Nonprofit.

Continue to check our website regarding the fall semester schedule.

For more information on training classes, contact
VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads at
(757) 624-2400 or e-mail vevans@volunteerhr.org.