Pat Robertson – Valued Volunteer with Broadmead Care Society

By Lori Elder

The following guest blog post was written by Kelly Sprackett, Coordinator of Volunteer Services at Broadmead Care Society, in praise of one of their long-time volunteers.  Thank you Kelly, for recognizing and sharing Pat’s impact on your organization!

 

Pat Robertson – one of Broadmead Care Society's valued volunteers.

We are proud to say that Pat Robertson has been a volunteer with Broadmead Care Society (and before that, our predecessor Tillicum and Veterans Care Society) since 1975. 

Pat continues to lead the sing along for elderly residents of The Lodge …

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September 20th, 2011 | Tags: , , , , | Category: Featured Members, Volunteer Profiles | Leave a comment

The Gift of a Volunteer

By Beth Cougler Blom

The following guest blog post was written by Kyra Henry, Administrative Assistant at Threshold Housing Society, in praise of one of their volunteers.  Thank you Kyra, for sharing how impactful Fran’s presence has been on your organization!

I would like to tell you about Ms. Fran McArthur, our quilter extraordinaire and office support volunteer.  Let me explain.

We have two homes for youth-at-risk in Victoria.  When a resident is ready to leave, they are given a quilt to take with them.  They are told that each stitch represents love and hope for their future.  They …

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July 4th, 2011 | Tags: , , | Category: Featured Members, Volunteer Profiles | Leave a comment

Eyes on the Greater Victoria Compost Education Centre

By Volunteer Victoria

The following is a guest blog post written and researched by one of Volunteer Victoria’s volunteer writers, Kate Lautens. Kate is one of two Volunteer Victoria Media Copy Writers and she joined us in early 2011.  Enjoy!

To check out available opportunities with the Greater Victoria Compost Education Centre, you can search their listings on Volunteer Victoria’s database.

If you dig gardening, composting and wriggly worms, the Greater Victoria Compost Education Centre can give you the latest dirt. Founded in 1992, the Compost Education Centre uses its lush garden at its …

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May 26th, 2011 | Tags: , , , | Category: Featured Members, Latest News | 2 comments

Eyes on Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre

By Lori Elder

 

The following is a guest blog post written and researched by one of Volunteer Victoria’s newest volunteer writers, Gwen Hill. Gwen is one of two Volunteer Victoria Media Copy Writers and she joined us in early 2011. She says she “has been writing for pleasure and craft since she figured out how to hold a pen”.  Enjoy!

To check out available volunteer opportunities with the Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre, you can search their listings on Volunteer Victoria’s website:  http://ow.ly/46056.

The Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre opened its doors on June 20th, 2009, merging the resources and exhibits …

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March 11th, 2011 | Tags: , | Category: Featured Members, Latest News | 2 comments

Bootcamp for Fund Developers – Or, how I learned to stop learning and get on the court.

By Lori Elder

The following is a guest blog post by Shannon Whissell, Manager, Communication & Fund Development at The Cridge Centre for the Family. Shannon kindly offered to share her learnings from our recent Planning for Fundraising Success workshop with Kari Frazer. Thank you Shannon! We welcome feedback from other participants who attended on the day as well! NOTE: Non-profit members who are new to fund development are invited to attend our no cost Q&A sessions. To find out more, contact Beth Cougler Blom …

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March 7th, 2011 | Category: Featured Members, Latest News, Workshops | Leave a comment
 
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