Volunteer Waterloo Region

Everyone looking for a different avenue to follow Volunteer Waterloo Region in short-form content, we have just launched our BlueSky page. Feel free to stop by and see what's going on with Volunteer Waterloo Region. To learn more about this change: buff.ly/nFoY4cS

Due to the Severe Winter Storm Conditions, the Volunteer Waterloo Region offices will be closed today. Please uses caution today when travelling, and to look to support others who are in need due to the conditions. You can still reach us by email or at - volunteerwr.ca

Our offices will be closed on Thursday, January 30th. We apologize for any inconvenience, but, as always, we encourage everyone looking to get involved in their community to check out volunteerwr.ca.

We Encourage Everyone to take time this holiday season to spend time with friends, family, and their community. Our office will be closed until January second, but you can always find out more about community engagement near you on our website, volunteerwr.ca

Volunteer Waterloo Region is hosting our open house today at our offices, celebrating all of the great community partners that we work with, and their support for volunteerism across the region. If you want to stop by and say hi, we would love to chat with you today!

Happy #IVD2024. International Volunteer Day also marks Volunteer Waterloo Region's local Celebration of Our Community Cares! If you want to see more about what Our Community Cares and IVD is about, check out this link here: buff.ly/41jJi4U

A huge thank you to everyone who supported us yesterday for #GivingTuesday. We were able to Raise $4635! This is an awesome display of collective effort, and the support of volunteerism here in #WaterlooRegion.

Thank you to everyone who supported us so far this #GivingTuesdayCA. We feel #blessed to see how much our community cares about the future of volunteering, and the future of Volunteer Waterloo Region. There is still time left to #donate at buff.ly/3OBIL76

Today on #GivingTuesdayCA we hope that you will consider supporting Volunteer Waterloo Region and our work to support over 150 different nonprofits and charities across #WaterlooRegion in their volunteering needs. Multiply your impact on volunteering at buff.ly/3OBIL76

Tomorrow is #GivingTuesdayCA! We appreciate all of the support that #WaterlooRegion gives to its community, and the spirit of #VolunteeringAndGiving. If you would like to support our mission, check out our donation page buff.ly/3OBIL76

Remembrance Day is a time to remember not just those who fought, but those who have given their service as peacekeepers, and those who provide aid to those in need. We remember those who work towards peace and those who have lost so much due to conflict.

Happy #IVMDay2024! Volunteer Managers are so important to keeping our volunteer efforts here in Waterloo Region on track. We want to give a shout out to and appreciate every Volunteer Manager here in the region. For full quotes, check out the link here: buff.ly/4fC8l7n

This was a great #VMHC2024, with fantastic speakers on a relevant and powerful topic. We are thankful for @VMPC_Canada, @Betterimpact and @VolunteerAlive for hosting this conference, and @UnitedwayWRC for hosting the physical space for the Volunteer Managers in Waterloo Region!

Our offices will be closed for #Thanksgiving Monday, October 14th. If you are looking to get involved and give back, you can always check out our website: volunteerwr.ca We encourage everyone to focus and be #thankful for the people and community around them.

What a great experience from @VolunteerTO and Sammy. We are grateful that he was able to share his time and knowledge with some of the region's volunteer managers. This course will be a great foundation for improving #volunteerengagement and connection across Waterloo Region.

Answer the call to support #olderadults in the @citywaterloo! The city is looking for volunteers to help an older adult or adult with a disability by driving them to local appointments. Commitment is one half or full weekday per week. More info here buff.ly/3MGBAcy

Our #youthprogram, Invitation to Belonging, starts this month. This is a great way to earn #volunteer hours, connect to your #community, and learn about how culture and identity are a big part of who you are. there are still spots left so register here! buff.ly/3ASVMW8

Thank you to MP @morricemike for your visit to our office, and your continued support of our work here in the Region. We appreciate being able to connect with you on important issues being faced here in the region!