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We're preparing for one of the biggest transformations in the volunteering ecosystem: this September, Volunteermatch.org officially becomes part of Idealist.org 🙌 🙌 🙌 As we work to join our communities through a seamless, single platform experience, we’re excited to relaunch our volunteering solutions to help even more corporations, organizations, and individuals give back to their communities. Stay tuned as we roll out enhanced API and Search Module tools to connect even more people to causes they care about. #VolunteerMatchPoweredByIdealist #VolunteerSearchPoweredByIdealist #API #Volunteersearch #CSR #Techforgood #Idealist

Want to feel happier, healthier, and more connected? 💚 Try volunteering! Studies show that giving back can: ✨ Improve your mood ✨ Lower your blood pressure ✨ Help you live longer ✨ Strengthen your brain ✨ Boost self-esteem From writing for a cause, to fostering a pet, to mentoring a student—there are so many ways to give back and feel great doing it. 🙌 Ready to do good and feel good? Check out https://lnkd.in/evH2ydNU

#IdealistDay 8/8 is this Friday! If you're not sure how to invite others to join you for breakfast, check out how some #Idealists around the world have spread the word in their communities. From email messages to posting events on free platforms to sharing your event right here on LinkedIn, there are so many ways to invite neighbors to join you for a #GlobalCommunityBreakfast. Find more tips and inspiration at https://lnkd.in/e8bKQdxg

Wondering how to participate in Idealist.org's #IdealistDays initiative for 8/8 next week? Host a #GlobalCommunityBreakfast in your community! All of the ingredients, resources, and information you need to adapt this recipe and make it your own can be found at https://lnkd.in/e8bKQdxg ✨

So proud to see our very own Jennifer Bennett, CVA featured in this fantastic piece on the benefits of volunteering for older adults, from AARP! 🌟🌟🌟 Jennifer brings a thoughtful and practical perspective about how older adults can find opportunities that interest them: “My recommendation for people is to look for some of those shorter-term volunteer opportunities and then see if that’s a place that [they] might want to spend more time," she says, adding, "Remote and hybrid opportunities can also break down location barriers. Volunteers can assist with a cause of their choice anywhere in the world via computer screen." Her advice is a great reminder that purpose-driven volunteering CAN be flexible, rewarding, and a powerful way to grow at any stage in life. 📖 Check out the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/e4-XzAhb #Volunteering #Purpose #volunteeringasanolderadult #Socialimpact #AARP #LeadershipInAction

Individuals, government agencies, organizations and business and climate leaders across California are joining forces for Climate Action Counts, led by California Volunteers! From planting trees 🌱 and composting 🍏 to reducing waste 👗 and saving energy 💡, everyday actions can add up to create a big impact and build stronger communities. Take the pledge at https://lnkd.in/g-BPn7aw and join the growing community of Californians stepping up for climate action. 🙌🏽🙌🏼🙌🏿💚🌎 And if you take the pledge before the end of August, you will be entered for a chance to win up to $500 towards a local farmers market or a CSA (community supported agriculture) farm box program, thanks to the California Volunteers Fund! Join us: https://lnkd.in/g-BPn7aw #ClimateActionCounts ✅

📊 Volunteer fact: The estimated value of a volunteer’s time is $31.80/hour in the U.S. Volunteers aren't just “helping out.” They’re leading, organizing, mentoring, and making real change happen. 🫶 ✨ Ready to connect with dedicated people who care, and are ready to help amplify your organization's impact? Share your volunteer opportunities with us and tap into a network of purpose-driven individuals. https://lnkd.in/eqX8s78K #Volunteerism #Nonprofits #socialimpact #Leadership #Teamwork #Idealist

We're so proud of the community we're continuing to build at #Idealist and are joining in on a recent celebration from one of our community members! 🎉 🎊🙌 This submission was sent through the Idealists in Action newsletter. Each month, this newsletter dives into tips for creating impact, shares inspiration from the VolunteerMatch/Idealist community, and celebrates the great work happening everywhere to build a better world! To share your own recent accomplishment with us — or to shout out someone who has been killing it at work, in life, or at home lately! — subscribe to Idealists in Action and share your win! https://lnkd.in/e5EMHdET

🌍 LET'S HOST A GLOBAL COMMUNITY BREAKFAST 🌍 On 8/8, Idealist.org is inviting everyone—everywhere—to begin the day with a simple, powerful act that has the potential to change the world: share a meal with others. Meet with neighbors, coworkers, friends, or strangers. Start the day together in a park, at work, at home, or the local café to help kick off 8/8 on a high note. Here are some early replies from the Idealist/VolunteerMatch community that are already coming in: “Yes, the idea of starting with something as human and grounding as a Global Community Breakfast resonates deeply with me. It feels gentle, inclusive, and meaningful.” “I can easily imagine this happening here in Jordan—in a local park, a co-working space, or even in someone’s backyard.” “In Uganda, we could host simple breakfasts at community centers or schools—paired with motivational talks and community action.” “Breakfast at a small local greasy spoon with friends to kick off the day with purpose? Count me in.” ✨ Save the date: 8/8 is coming up! #GlobalCommunityBreakfast #Communityaction #Starttogether #88 #IdealistDay #Community

If you haven't signed up for our year-long learning community, Volunteering Redefined, in partnership with Partnership for Student Success, AmeriCorps, and AARP Foundation, there's still time! Join us this Thursday for a coffee chat, and sign up for the whole series on our Learning Center: https://lnkd.in/gq__Qrcw