Volunteer Center Grand Rapids

Over the past two years, the Volunteer Center launched a new web site,  started using social media, and became active contributors to The Rapidian.  We have used technology to improve the volunteer experience and bring nonprofits and volunteers up-to-date information related  to volunteering in various popular formats.

On Thursday, January 26, 2012 the Volunteer Center will be re-launching our volunteer matching system with a new look, feel and lots of enhanced functionality. As an affiliate of the HandsOn Network,  we will be utilizing their powerful new volunteer management platform, HandsOn Connect. 

Some new features include:

By: Lisa Wyatt Knowlton, Ed.D.

When influence is used in constructive ways – people applaud. Literally.  One of the most stunning and very public examples of poise was witnessed by 25,000 basketball fans a few years ago. It’s likely millions have seen it by now.

 From Jeers to Cheers