Tales of Our Volunteer Heroes and Life-Changing Community Service Programs

When Mr. Plager walked into the room, Giavanni’s eyes lit up, and he waved Mr. Plager over to his table. The two have been building a connection by meeting every other week over lunch as part of the Ben Hill Middle School mentoring program. Mr. Plager and Giavanni...

In a heartfelt conversation, Raquel expressed how deeply Delia’s weekly visits have impacted her and her mom’s lives. Delia has been serving as Christina’s Senior Companion for over a year, and they’ve formed a very special bond. “Delia isn’t just a volunteer, ”...

Health Buddies hit a record number of participants this year! Volunteers used social connection and health tips to improve the wellbeing of 219 adults who were isolated and struggling to manage their chronic conditions. Russel shared how his Health Buddy Will has been...

Nat the Elf made a special stop at Mendenhall Elementary to deliver Winter Activity Books to help children continue learning at home during the extended school break. Armed with stacks of Winter Activity Books, she brought smiles, excitement, and a little holiday...

What if older and younger generations worked together to solve the problems that no generation can solve alone? We’re leaning into generational differences and encouraging collaboration across every age group to tackle today’s biggest challenges. Community Engagement...

As the calendar flips to a new year, we’re setting our sights on a great focus: fostering connection, fighting loneliness, and strengthening our community through service. Volunteering is much bigger than just acts of kindness; it’s a lifeline to those facing...

Imagine being in a room with hundreds of dedicated volunteers who share heartfelt stories, laughter, and a passion for making a difference. It's an inspiring experience! This December, we rolled out the red carpet to honor Seniors in Service volunteers at our annual...

Though Kitty had never met Ed, when he walked into the VA clinic she could see he was in serious trouble. Kitty is an Operation: Veteran Connect member who serves at the front desk, greeting veterans as they arrive at the VA for their appointments. Thanks to her...