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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. #
The Grand County Library District is celebrating the volunteers who keep local libraries running smoothly, from shelving books to leading weekly craft clubs. Their service highlights how small acts of giving back strengthen entire communities.
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. ##
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.
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.
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.
A Seattle park is turning Earth Week cleanup into a celebration, inviting volunteers to help restore the green space before gathering around a fire for s'mores. After Girl Scouts and local groups kicked off the week, Camp Long wants more neighbors to join the effort.
The National Park Service is recruiting skilled volunteer hunters to remove invasive hogs and nutria from parks in Georgia and Louisiana, saving taxpayers millions while protecting fragile ecosystems. This policy shift turns environmental damage into an opportunity for citizens to serve their public lands.
During National Small Business Week, ADP celebrates 900,000 small business owners who turn passion into progress despite constant challenges. Their secret weapon? Simplifying operations to focus on what matters most.
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.
More than 500 volunteers descended on central Wisconsin this week to repair homes for families who can't do the work themselves. The massive effort is transforming entire neighborhoods in just days.
Dozens of volunteers are descending on a South Dakota camp to prepare it for thousands of summer visitors. Their week of hard work ensures youth groups, families, and retreats can enjoy nature and community all season long.
Jenn Kristovensky spends just one hour each week visiting hospice patients, proving that small acts of presence can create profound comfort. Her volunteer work at WellSpan has become as meaningful for her as it is for those she serves.
While most people used their vacation time to relax, 170 volunteers from across America chose to spend a week building a new school for kids in Fulton, Missouri. Even a heat wave couldn't stop them from starting work at 5 a.m. each day.
When an ice storm devastated Radnor Lake State Park, staff feared a months-long closure. Instead, dozens of volunteers helped reopen it in just five weeks.
When AbbVie's Week of Possibilities arrived, 17,000 employees across six continents chose to spend their work hours building homes, teaching kids science, and cleaning beaches. The pharmaceutical company's annual volunteer event turned classrooms into STEM labs and construction sites into new beginnings for families in need.
The Cullman County Public Library System needs volunteers who can spare just one or two hours a week to keep books flowing and programs running. Even the smallest time commitment makes a real difference in keeping this community resource accessible to everyone.
Winneshiek County is celebrating 66 dedicated volunteers who mentor youth through 4-H programs during National Volunteer Week. These volunteers help thousands of young people across Iowa build leadership skills and strengthen their communities.
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