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Outstanding Workplace Volunteer Programs Recognized at National Conference
Outstanding Workplace Volunteer Programs Recognized at National Conference
Published 05-23-07
Submitted by Points of Light
WASHINGTON, DC- May 22, 2007 "“ Five of the most outstanding workplace volunteer programs in the country will be recognized at the National Conference on Volunteering and Service in Philadelphia on July 18, 2007.
Former President George H.W. Bush will present the Awards for Excellence in Workplace Volunteer Programs to:
"The Awards for Excellence are designed to honor a company's overall employee and retiree volunteer effort, including not only the actual community service program, but also the policies and the company vision that support those activities," says Ancilla Chopskie, Director of Business Services for the Points of Light Foundation & Volunteer Center National Network, which sponsors the awards program.
"The awards honor those companies that have made a serious commitment to the community and have made their employee and retiree volunteer efforts a central part of their operations, enjoying strong support at the highest level of management in the company." For more information on the Awards for Excellence in Workplace Volunteer Programs, go to http://www.pointsoflight.org/awards/workplace.
The Points of Light Foundation & Volunteer Center National Network engages and mobilizes millions of volunteers who are helping to solve serious social problems in thousands of communities. Through a variety of programs and services, the Foundation encourages people from all walks of life "“ businesses, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, low-income communities, families, youth and older adults "“ to volunteer.
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Points of Light is a 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 145 affiliates across 39 countries, and in partnership with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages 3.7 million volunteers in 16.7 million hours of service each year, contributing $498.7 million of value in people power into communities around the world. We bring the power of people to bear where it’s needed most. To learn more about Points of Light visit pointsoflight.org.
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