Happy Holidays to all that are celebrating this time of year! I hope that you are closing out the end of this year with joy, laughter, and reflection while getting ready for a new year filled with hope, excitement and peace. I know for many of you this may be a very challenging time with natural disasters sweeping across our country and putting you on center stage. We are with you and here for you.

It has been my honor and privilege to serve as your AL!VE President for these past two years. This association is filled with amazing individuals that are making their mark on the world, inspiring others to raise their hand and give of themselves to their communities. I know I am transitioning to one amazing new President in Michelle Raymer! She is a dynamic, thoughtful and strategic leader that will guide AL!VE through its next evolution. I look forward to serving as Past President and assisting in any way I can.

Please be safe this time of year, and try to find time to downshift, reflect and recharge.  I will see you in 2022!

Stay healthy, stay safe, 
Megan

Volunteering with AL!VE in a Committee Role is a great way to:

• Develop Leadership Skills

• Contribute to the Profession

• Create New Connections

• Nourish Skills

• Earn PDU's for CVA recertification

• ---and more!

Committee work usually consists of a monthly meeting and 2-4 hours of additional time per month for committee related projects.  

There are openings for new members on these committees:

• Marketing (Social Media, Outreach, Special Projects)
• ​Membership (New Member Calls, Regional Outreach, Special Projects)
• Finance (Oversight and fundraising, grant research)
• Community of Practice Facilitators   

Interested?  Check out our website information, then apply.  We'll be in touch to connect with you right away about how to get started!  

We are here for you! Please do not hesitate to contact us at info@volunteeralive.org or visit our website at www.volunteeralive.org.  While you are there, you can also:

• Read the latest news about the profession

• Submit a calendar or news item

• Check out the resources page

• Find volunteer opportunities

• ...and more!

Facebook: @Volunteeralive
Twitter: @VolunteerALIVE​
Instagram: @Volunteeralive
LinkedIn: View profile here

• 4.7 out of 5 for likely to recommend AL!VE
• 98% likely to renew membership
• 96% say value matches fee
• 90% participated in an AL!VE Academy
• 75% participated in a Community of Practice
• More than 50% accessed our library of resources, calendar and IJOVA
• 50% particpated in the Mentor Program

These monthly professional development webinars are available FREE to all AL!VE members, including Local Association memberships.  These sessions are recorded, and the slide deck & recording can be accessed on the members only side of our website.  From the member menu, choose 'Resources' tab and then File Archive.

Appreciating Volunteer Management as a Step on Your Career Ladder
Presenter:  Mary Beth Harrington
January 26, 2022 @ 2pm E, 90 min
Visit the registration page for more details and to reserve your spot today!

Sticky Situations: Marketing and Media Magic for Volunteer Engagement
Presenter:  Dana Litwin
Date TBD, 75 min
Date to be announced in the January newelstter.  Check the February calendar here!

Help advance the field of volunteer engagement in 2022
Do you enjoy presenting to groups, have knowledge on an advanced topic relevant to volunteer engagement professionals, and have a passion for advancing the sector? Volunteer as an AL!VE Academy Presenter! Members have the opportunity to share their expertise while gaining experience presenting to a national audience. Opportunities include hour long webinars and 30 minute presentations followed by facilitated discussions. For more information see the position description below.  To find out about sending a proposal, fill out our information form here.  We will review and be in touch with you shortly.

Join a Community of Practice!
The AL!VE Communities of Practice (COP) Program is designed to give AL!VE members  networking and educational opportunities within their field of expertise. Led by  AL!VE  members and field experts, it is a time to share experiences, resources and  recommendations with fellow AL!VE members. If you'd like to lead a COP in an area not listed below, contact us!

For more information about each COP, visit our COP webpage. Please register for the COP you want to attend via our calendar. 

BIG thank you to the COP Facilitators who work hard to manage the logistics,  resources, and content for each COP and make sure each conversation is meaningful and helpful for participants. Thank you for your service!

January COP Dates:

Local Associations National Summit   
The second annual national summit for Local Associations of Volunteer Engagement Professionals (DOVIA's, AVA's etc) took place November 4.  

Thank you to everyone who attended.  We had 34 local associations represented this year, and the group had roundtable discussions on topics such as succession planning, working with partners, financial management, and more.  A full recap will be sent to all attendees in December. 

Professional Development for Local Association Leadership 

Our Quarterly Professional Development Topics for 2022 will be:
1st Quarter:  Calling In VS Calling Out:  Diversifying your board  (Date TBA, March)
2nd Quarter:  Developing Your Board (Date TBA - June)
3rd Quarter:  Strategic Planning for your Local Association  (Date TBA - September)
4th Quarter:  Local Associations National Summit November 3, 2022

If your Local Association (DOVIA, AVA, DOVS, etc) is an AL!VE Local Association member, or if you belong to a Local Association, please read and pass along these updates!  For more information about joining AL!VE as a Local Association, learn more here. 

In addition, check these additional benefits to AL!VE local association members.

New to AL!VE or just want to check in?  

Find out what's happening or get a quick fix of networking with your peers! New members will get a brief overview of our mission, benefits, activities and committees.

Register to attend an upcoming webinar from our calendar:
January 19, 1 PM Eastern
March 3, Noon Eastern
April 12, 3 PM Eastern
June 28, 3 PM Eastern
August 4, Noon Eastern
September 21, 1 PM Eastern
November 2, 3 PM Eastern
December 8, Noon Eastern 

For AL!VE Members with a full membership, you now have access to a great new member benefit:  

Announcing the Portfolio Manager!

Americas Service Commissions Request for Proposals extended to open until Jan 8, 2022
12/07/2021
'Shaping the Future' is the 2022 theme and ASC is excited to invite individuals to submit workshop sessions as part of our 2022 Call for Proposals. Proposals must be submitted by midnight Eastern on Friday, January 8, 2022.

Apply Now Until January 10, 2022 to Join the AL!VE CVA Spring 2022 Study Group COP
12/07/2021
Spring 2022 study group is now open! The study group is a member benefit from AL!VE open to all members preparing for the Spring 2022 exam and will be led by facilitators who have earned their CVA certification.