Welcome

The New York Association for Volunteer Administration (NYAVA) is a membership organization dedicated to promoting professionalism and strengthening leadership in volunteerism in the New York City area.

We hope our online home will provide you with the information you need to thrive in the world of volunteer administration.

Principles and Practicies of Volunteer Program Management When: Thursdays, October 16, 23, and 30, 2008 Time: 10am - 3:30pm Location: All Stars Project, 543 West 42nd Street, New York Taught by Maria Casey, the Director of Volunteer Resources of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Metro New York, the course will give participants essential components for building an outstanding volunteer resource program including: The value of volunteers to an organization The essential ingredients in a volunteer resource program The creation of a pro-volunteerism organizational climate Trends in volunteerism Program Evaluation AND MORE! For more information, view our brochure.

• September workshop: Looking to expand your volunteer program while having a chance to network with other volunteer managers? Attend our September workshop on identifying and connecting with potential corporate partners and hear from corporate representatives on what they look for in nonprofit partners and community service organizations. See Calendar of Events and brochure (PDF) for more details.

• Great news from the 2008 Member Survey. 81% or respondents indicated that they are "satisfied" with their NYAVA Membership and 19% are "somewhat satisfied." That's 100% satisfaction! For more detailed results and members opinions on range of topics as enhancing the membership experience, membership benefits, NYAVA committees, and how we can grow our membership, click on the link.

• About NYAVA provides an overview of our organization, how it works and what it has to offer.

• Find out about upcoming events, such as member and board meetings, lectures and more.

• Find out how to join, and reap the benefits of NYAVA membership.

• NYAVA is pleased to offer another benefit to its members -- mentoring.

• Our Professional Development section provides information on workshops and other resources for the active volunteer administrator.

• Our Newsletter contains information about events and other hot topics. View current topics or browse through past issues.

• There are many apprenticeship opportunities available through NYAVA.

• Check out links to other organizations and online resources.

• Please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments.