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Volunteers across Connecticut donated 183,000 hours in 2025, worth $7 million, connecting neighbors to trusted resources through UConn Extension. Eight volunteer councils bridge the gap between university expertise and real community needs in all 169 towns.
Court-appointed volunteers are changing lives for Connecticut children in foster care, helping them find stability and permanent homes. Research shows these caring adults cut the chances of kids returning to foster care by half.
When Marianne DesRosiers, 95, became critically ill during a February blizzard, volunteer EMTs and firefighters in Lyme, Connecticut plowed through massive snowdrifts to reach her in under 10 minutes. Their quick response, coordinated in the middle of the night during whiteout conditions, gave her the lifesaving care she needed.
Everyday residents in Connecticut are becoming citizen scientists to protect frogs and toads in their local wetlands. Their observations feed into a national conservation database that's making a real difference for amphibian survival.
The American Red Cross is celebrating the 4,000+ Alabama volunteers who make up 90% of its workforce while recruiting helpers for roles from disaster response to blood drives. National Volunteer Week runs April 19-25. #
A Safe Haven for Newborns is honoring the volunteers who power their life-saving mission this Volunteer Month. The Florida organization says volunteers bring not just support, but the human connection that families in crisis desperately need.
A New York hospice volunteer has dedicated three decades to helping the organization thrive, while two others were named Volunteers of the Year. Hospice of Orleans celebrated their volunteers during National Volunteer Week with heartfelt recognition.
Volunteers in Colorado's Eagle County donated over 5,000 hours building affordable homes in 2025, saving Habitat for Humanity more than half a million dollars in labor costs. National Volunteer Appreciation Week spotlights how giving back benefits both communities and the volunteers themselves.
The Bedford Citizen is seeking nominations to celebrate community volunteers during National Volunteer Week. Residents have until April 10 to nominate their local heroes.
The Salvation Army in Lock Haven celebrated its volunteers with an appreciation dinner, honoring those who give their time to serve families in need. Two standout volunteers received special recognition for their year-round dedication to the community.
Across Colorado's Front Range, dozens of nonprofits are calling for volunteers to help feed families, shelter the homeless, and build homes. April's National Volunteer Month offers the perfect chance to get involved and make a real difference in your community.
Nearly a thousand volunteers in Cape Coral spent three days packing specially formulated meals to fight child malnutrition worldwide. The weekend event brought together students, church members, and community volunteers who packed enough meals to feed hundreds of children.
Healthcare workers and community volunteers joined forces in Manchester, Connecticut, to transform a local resident's home with repairs that prove health care extends far beyond hospital walls. The partnership between Hartford HealthCare, Rebuilding Together, and the Manchester Road Race committee shows how communities can literally build wellness.
A Connecticut town is launching its first ever half marathon to honor a beloved EMT while raising money for volunteer emergency responders. The August event welcomes runners of all levels and needs dozens of volunteers to make it happen.
Sacramento County is honoring National Volunteer Week by recognizing the thousands of volunteers who strengthen communities through animal care, family support, emergency services, and more. Whether you have a few hours or want a long-term commitment, opportunities are waiting.
Bloomington, Minnesota is honoring its army of volunteers during Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 19-25, with the mayor calling them the heart of what makes the city remarkable. From coaching youth sports to serving on civic boards, these everyday heroes keep the community thriving.
Dozens of Eversource employees volunteered their time to help prepare for the upcoming Special Olympics Winter Games. Their behind-the-scenes work ensures athletes can focus on competing and celebrating their achievements.
Northeastern Pennsylvania is celebrating National Volunteer Week April 19-25 with dozens of opportunities to care for rescued animals, maintain hiking trails, and protect local green spaces. From walking shelter dogs to planting trees, volunteers can make a real difference close to home. ##
Over two thousand volunteers donated nearly 190,000 hours of service to MultiCare hospitals this year, bringing comfort to patients and strengthening communities. Three volunteers share how giving back changed their lives as much as the people they serve.
A growing network of volunteers across Florida is helping older adults stay in their homes and connected to their communities. The Neighbors Network matches seniors with volunteers who provide rides, tech help, and friendship. #
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