VAN Builds Awareness

• Members learn about issues and

policies affecting volunteers.

• Great networking opportunities!

Meet staff members of local

agencies/organizations who utilize

volunteers.

• VAN LISTSERV: an electronic

communication tool for all

members to share news about

upcoming events, volunteer

needs and offer volunteer referrals.

• Promote volunteerism in the

community.

• Learning and professional

development opportunities,

including access to the VAN

resource library.

• Opportunities to partner in

community events, share

information on your agency

or organization and recruit

volunteers.

• Increased community awareness

through VAN press releases and

advertisements in community

newspapers.