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More than 800 volunteers across Nebraska spent 25,000 hours last year advocating for abused and neglected children in the foster care system. Their dedication helped 1,800 kids navigate one of life's toughest chapters.
When staff at Nebraska's Harlan County Lake dropped from 19 to just a handful, passionate volunteers stepped up to run entire campgrounds. Now these RV travelers and retirees are the heartbeat of 13,000 acres of public land.
When a tornado destroyed four homes in St. Libory, Nebraska, volunteers from across the country showed up to help—and a local coffee shop owner is keeping them caffeinated and fed. The outpouring of support proves communities are strongest when neighbors need them most.
Eight hundred fifth graders will splash into hands-on water conservation learning this May, and volunteers can help make it happen. Nebraska's longest-running environmental education festival has taught 33,000 kids since 1985.
At Offutt Air Force Base, 12 Red Cross volunteers handle daily pharmacy operations while providing emergency support to military families. Their work keeps medical services running smoothly and connects service members with loved ones during crises.
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. #
More than 50 volunteers tackled painting, organizing, and cleaning projects that local nonprofits rarely have time to complete. The community day of action in Grand Island, Nebraska gave organizations a fresh start while bringing neighbors together.
Dozens of volunteers placed 5,000 flags at veterans' gravesites across two Nebraska cemeteries ahead of Memorial Day. The community also installed 40 new trash receptacles and restored the veterans memorial through donations and grants.
When wildfires broke out in western Nebraska, volunteer firefighters from Douglas County didn't hesitate to help their neighbors. Led by Boys Town Fire Chief Nick Thoreen, multiple crews loaded up their equipment Thursday morning and headed hundreds of miles to battle the Cottonwood and Morrill fires.
Twelve Red Cross volunteers are keeping an Air Force base pharmacy running smoothly while helping military families through emergencies. Their work shows how civilian volunteers can make military life easier for thousands of service members.
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.
Columbus Community Hospital's new annual report reveals how hundreds of volunteers created welcoming, compassionate experiences for every patient and family this year. Their collective impact proves that giving time can be just as powerful as medical care.
College students and staff spent a Saturday completing yard work, park maintenance, and community projects across Chadron, Nebraska. Nearly 100 student athletes joined neighbors and faculty to serve 43 locations in need.
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.
When a massive wildfire tore through Nebraska's Loess Canyons in March, volunteer firefighters discovered an ancient secret: fighting fire with fire actually works. Now the state is embracing prescribed burns to prevent future disasters.
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.
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