Points of Light
Points of Light is a nonpartisan, global nonprofit organization that inspires, equips and mobilizes millions of people to take action that changes the world. We envision a world in which every individual discovers the power to make a difference, creating healthy communities in vibrant, participatory societies. Through 177 affiliates across 38 countries, and in partnership with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages 5 million volunteers in 16 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people to bear where it’s needed most.
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04-20-10
University of Phoenix and HandsOn Network Celebrate Outstanding Service with the University of Phoenix(TM) Volunteer Leader Award
In celebration of the first anniversary of the landmark Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act, University of Phoenix and HandsOn Network are honoring 10 outstanding volunteer leaders with the University of Phoenix Volunteer Leader Award.
The aw...
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04-12-10
Study to Measure the Business and Social Impact Of Employee Volunteer Programs
Companies that have long wanted to measure the ROI (return on investment) and impact of their corporate volunteerism programs now have an unprecedented chance to do so, thanks to the HandsOn Network.
The ROI and Impact Measurement Study, spear...
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03-19-10
Nominations Now Open for 2010 Corporate Engagement Award of Excellence
Points of Light Institute is now welcoming nominations for the 2010 Corporate Engagement Awards of Excellence. These CEAE awards honor U.S. companies that have committed to and built strong, effective employee volunteer programs that meet the Principles of Excellence for Wor...
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02-24-10
University of Phoenix and HandsOn Network Scholarships
Individual volunteers have an unprecedented opportunity to complete an undergraduate or master's degree program on full scholarship, thanks to an educational partnership between HandsOn Network and University of Phoenix.
The University's
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02-23-10
University of Phoenix and HandsOn Network Celebrate Outstanding Service
The nation is approaching the first anniversary of the passage of the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act, the most comprehensive and expansive service legislation since Franklin Roosevelt's Presidency.
In celebration of this Act that is changi...
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02-16-10
2010 CVC Award Nomination Announcement
HandsOn Network is now welcoming nominations for the 2010 Corporate Volunteer Council (CVC) Awards. The awards honor outstanding performance from Corporate Volunteer Councils.
The nearly 100 Councils in the U.S. are a primary local resource for ...
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01-19-10
At Last, a Way to Measure the Business and Social Impact of Employee Volunteer Programs
Companies that have long wanted to measure the ROI (return on investment) and impact of their corporate volunteerism programs now have an unprecedented chance to do so, thanks to the HandsOn Network.
The ROI and Impact Measurement Study, spearheaded by Coca-Cola...
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11-10-09
Largest National Gathering on Volunteering and Service to be Held in New York City, June 28-30
Points of Light Institute and the Corporation for National and Community Service announced today that the 2010 National Conference on Volunteering and Service will be held in New York City, June 28-30. This event is the nation's largest convening on service and civic engage...
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10-29-09
Millions of Americans Rally Make a Difference Day 2009 "“ October 24
Millions of Americans will unite in a common mission to improve the lives of others on Make A Difference Day, Saturday, Oct. 24.
Sponsored by USA WEEKEND Magazine in partnership with HandsOn Network, Make A Difference Day is the nation's larges...
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10-29-09
HandsOn Network and the Corporation for National and Community Service Award $1 Million in Grant Funds to Help Answer the Call for Service
HandsOn Network and the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) issued the second round of a $1 million investment in 17 volunteer connector organizations and statewide agencies that manage and support volunteers, including state service commissions and associa...