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Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:27:36 GMT

Volunteers of America Partners with PACE Vermont

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:16:18 GMT

Volunteers of America has partnered with On Lok to operate Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) programs in Vermont. This groundbreaking partnership provides a wealth of resources and expertise allowing these programs to grow and thrive into the future.

Volunteers of America National President/CEO Charles W. Gould Announces Departure

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:18:51 GMT

Charles W. ("Chuck") Gould, national president and chief executive officer of Volunteers of America, announced today that he will leave his position at the end of his current five-year term in June 2010 after 15 years as president.

Volunteers of America National President and CEO Named One of the 50 Most Influential Philanthropic Leaders

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:39:27 GMT

Volunteers of America President and CEO Charles W. Gould has been named by NonProfit Times to its 2009 "Power & Influence Top 50" - a respected and coveted listing of the most influential leaders at work in American philanthropy. This is the fifth consecutive year Gould has been included on the annual list.

Volunteers of America Fields Team of Homeless Players To Compete In Washington, D.C. Street Soccer USA Cup

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:16:07 GMT

Volunteers of America announced today that it has a team arriving in Washington, D.C to compete in the Street Soccer USA Cup, at Kastles Stadium (11th and H streets, N.W.), July 31 through August 2.

WellAWARE Systems Launches Next-Generation Wellness Monitoring Solution for Senior Care Providers

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:58:00 GMT

WellAWARE Systems, the leading developer of next-generation wellness monitoring solutions for senior care providers, today announced commercial availability of its products.

Volunteers of America Honors Shane Victorino of the Philadelphia Phillies with its 2009 Outstanding Community Service Award

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:58:51 GMT

Shane Victorino of the World Series champion Philadelphia Phillies was presented this week with Volunteers of America's 2009 Outstanding Community Service Award, in recognition of his work as a mentor and inspiration to Philadelphia-area youth volunteers through the national Action Team program.

Seniors Coming Back Home to New Affordable Housing Community: Volunteers of America Breaks Ground on Property March 14th in New Orleans

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Hundreds of elderly New Orleans residents displaced by Hurricane Katrina will soon be coming back home. Volunteers of America will break ground on their future home, The Terraces on Tulane, a 200-unit community for low-income seniors on Friday, March 14. A groundbreaking ceremony will begin at 12 noon at the site, located at 3615 Tulane Avenue in Mid City.

Volunteers of America Provides Affordable Housing While Rehabilitating Historic Structure

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:59:52 GMT

Volunteers of America today dedicated The Blakeley Building, which provides much-needed affordable housing to the region while rehabilitating a landmark historic structure in downtown Lawrence.

Volunteers of America President and CEO Charles W. Gould Named One of the 50 Most Influential Philanthropic Leaders by NonProfit Times

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:06:05 GMT

Volunteers of America President and CEO Charles W. Gould has been named by NonProfit Times to its 2008 "Power & Influence Top 50" - a respected and coveted listing of the most influential leaders at work in American philanthropy. This is the fourth consecutive year Gould has been named to the annual list.

Major League Baseball Players Trust Presents 10 Volunteers of America Programs a Total of $100,000 in Grants

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:00:20 GMT

The Major League Baseball Players Trust today presented $100,000 in grants to 10 Volunteers of America programs that further the organization's mission to strengthen communities and build better lives for those in need.

Volunteers of America Organizes Army of 350 to Rebuild Parts of St. Bernard Parish

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:59:30 GMT

Volunteers of America, a national leader in supporting communities by providing affordable housing and other social services, will dispatch an army of more than 350 volunteers to help rebuild parts of St. Bernard Parish that remain devastated by Hurricane Katrina. The day of service coincides with Volunteers of America's National Conference scheduled June 7-10 in New Orleans and is part of the organization's long-term commitment to rebuild the Gulf Coast region.

Volunteers of America Honors Programs Dedicated to Improving Children's Lives

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:00:35 GMT

Volunteers of America presented its sixth annual Volunteers of Amerca/Annie E. Casey Foundation Family Strengthening Awards today to three programs dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing holistic services to families.

Volunteers of America Honors Frank Glaviano, CNN and the New Orleans Saints Owner for Their Commitment to the Hurricane Katrina Recovery Effort

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:59:24 GMT

Volunteers of America presented its highest honors today to individuals and organizations that have championed the rebuilding of New Orleans in the three years since Hurricane Katrina.

Volunteers of America Honors the New Orleans Saints' Owner Tom Benson for His Commitment to Rebuilding the Community Following Hurricane Katrina

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:00:28 GMT

Volunteers of America, one of the nation's largest and oldest human services organizations, has selected New Orleans Saints' owner Tom Benson as the winner of its annual Good Samaritan Award in Philanthropy in recognition of his incomparable efforts to rebuild the region following Hurricane Katrina.

Volunteers of America's Angela King Named to the Board of ANCOR, a Leading National Advocate for Those with Developmental Disabilities

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:36:07 GMT

Angela King, national director of program development for Volunteers of America, has been named to the national board of the American Network of Community Options and Resources, or ANCOR.

High School Students and Major Leaguers Go to Bat for Those in Need

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:38:52 GMT

The World Series may signal the nearing of the end of another thrilling baseball season, but it also means the beginning of another exciting season of volunteering for Action Teams of high school students and Major Leaguers on a mission to impact the lives of those in need.

Families Served by Volunteers of America Featured in "Hope is an Open Heart"

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:38:29 GMT

Volunteers of America, one of the nation's top human service providers addressing the needs of children and families, has worked with Scholastic, the global children's publishing, education and media company, to create "Hope is an Open Heart," an uplifting new book that teaches children hope can be found in some of the most unexpected places.

Volunteers of America Provides Affordable Housing to Seniors in Puerto Rico

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:39:29 GMT

Volunteers of America, one of the largest nonprofit providers of affordable housing in the United States, today dedicated the award-winning Victor Hernandez senior apartments, located at 10965 Carr. 467 Int. in Aguadilla. The four-story, 42-unit residence was built to provide homes to low-income seniors in Aguadilla who otherwise might be forced to leave their community to find housing that fit their needs.

Rosemarie A. Rae Named as Volunteers of America's New Executive Vice President of Strategy

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:46:18 GMT

Volunteers of America President Charles W. Gould announced today that Rosemarie A. Rae has been named as the national organization's new executive vice president of strategy.

Volunteers of America Receives HUD Funds to Build 253 Homes in Six Communities for Low-Income Seniors and People with Disabilities

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:49:21 GMT

Volunteers of America, the nation's leading nonprofit developer of affordable housing in the United States, announced today the award of more than $33.5 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to provide housing for low-income seniors and people with disabilities in five states.

Volunteers of America Applauds President for Authorizing National Service Bill

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:38:20 GMT

Volunteers of America, one of the nation's oldest and largest social service organizations, today applauded President Obama for signing the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act, which greatly expands funding and programs aimed at fostering community service. Congress still must approve funding included in the bill.

Volunteers of America Named Top Nonprofit Owner of Affordable Housing in the U.S.

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:39:10 GMT

Volunteers of America, one of the nation's oldest and largest social service organizations, has been named the top nonprofit owner and one of the leading nonprofit developers of affordable housing in the United States by Affordable Housing Finance magazine.

Volunteers of America Honors Chris and Kathleen Matthews, The Chronicle of Philanthropy and Sen. Barbara Mikulski at the Library of Congress

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:46:57 GMT

Volunteers of America, one of the nation's largest and oldest human services organizations, presented its highest honor - the 2009 Ballington and Maud Booth Award - to Chris and Kathleen Matthews during a gala dinner at the Library of Congress on June 5.

Volunteers of America Honors Programs Dedicated to Improving Children's Lives

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:59:17 GMT

Volunteers of America, one of the nation's oldest and largest human services organizations, presented its seventh-annual Volunteers of America/Annie E. Casey Foundation Family Strengthening Awards on June 8 to three programs dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing holistic services to families.

Major League Baseball Players Award $150,000 in Grants to Volunteers of America Programs Serving the Needy

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:59:10 GMT

Major League baseball players today presented $150,000 in grants from the Major League Baseball Players Trust to five Volunteers of America programs that further the organization's mission to strengthen communities and build better lives for those in need. A total of $580,000 has been provided by the Players Trust to dozens of Volunteers of America programs across the U.S. since the first grants were given 2003.

Volunteers of America Applauds President Obama and Pharmaceutical Companies on Their Deal to Expand Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage to More Older Americans

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:02:16 GMT

Volunteers of America, one of the nation's leading providers of housing and services for seniors, today applauded President Obama and the pharmaceutical industry for their efforts to expand Medicare-funded prescription drug benefits to more American seniors.

Volunteers of America Urges Members of Congress to Include the CLASS Act and its Provisions for Long-Term Care Funding as Part of Health Care Reform Legislation

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:06:04 GMT

Volunteers of America, one of the nation's leading providers of housing and services for seniors, today applauded efforts in the Senate to provide funding for long-term care for older Americans, and urged all members of Congress to include these critical and much-needed provisions as part of any health care reform legislation.

Volunteers of America Applauds President for Authorizing The Second Chance Act

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:59:40 GMT

Volunteers of America today applauds President Bush for signing into law The Second Chance Act of 2007: Community Safety Through Recidivism Prevention. The bipartisan bill was passed by unanimous consent by the U.S. Senate in early March and by the U.S. House of Representatives last summer.

News and Events

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:13:27 GMT

Women and Aging 2010

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:36:05 GMT

We invite you to attend Volunteers of America's 2nd annual panel discussion with nationally recognized experts exploring the urgent issues concerning Women and Aging that will affect our nation's workplaces, public policy and economy for years to come.

Volunteers of America Celebrates 114 Years of Service

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:13:04 GMT

This week, Volunteers of America is marking its 114th anniversary. Founded in 1896 by Ballington and Maud Booth, today our programs reflect the changing times, addressing some of our nation's most pressing and complex needs. Learn more about the work we do across the country.

Volunteers of America Partners with PACE Vermont

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:16:18 GMT

Mentoring Children of Promise

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:06:38 GMT

Come take an inside look at Mentoring Children of Promise, Volunteers of America Greater New Orleans' award-winning mentoring program for children of incarcerated parents and learn how one mentor views his role in helping troubled children.

Haiti Earthquake Relief

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:30:19 GMT

At Volunteers of America, our thoughts and prayers go out to those in Haiti affected by the recent earthquake. If you are interested in providing assistance, please consider donating to one of the many international aid organizations that are assisting in the relief effort.

Utah's Homeless Youth Resource Center Featured on CBS Evening News

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:08:24 GMT

"We need jobs...a solid place to call home." No one should have to say that - but teenagers are saying it in Utah. Watch as CBS follows along with Utah's homeless outreach van as it provides services to Salt Lake's homeless teens.

Thrift Stores - Quality & Value in Times of Uncertainty

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:11:37 GMT

The recent economic downturn has forced people to rethink their buying habits, and more importantly, their retail establishments. Long known for a variety of goods at more attractive prices, Volunteers of America thrift shops are providing consumers what they need as they tighten their belts during this financial crunch.

Spreading Holiday Cheer to Those in Need

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 09:41:16 GMT

Our 38 local offices provide a variety of seasonal programs for those in need but we were truly the recipients this holiday season because we were able to see first-hand the difference we make for so many. Find out more about how you can help us continue to provide for those in need this winter.

The Help the Homeless Walkathon

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:49:30 GMT

Charles W. Gould, National President and CEO of Volunteers of America, joined tens of thousands of walkers who took part in the 22nd Annual Fannie Mae Help the Homeless Walkathon on Saturday, Nov. 21 in Washington DC. Volunteers of America Chesapeake President and CEO Russ Snyder also participated.

Volunteers of America Spread Thanksgiving Cheer

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:22:46 GMT

While hunger may be a daily reality for many, from our food banks that served Thanksgiving dinners to boxed meals of Holiday cheer distributed to the hungry, almost all of our 38 local offices across the nation helped those in need truly enjoy their Thanksgiving. And we continue to help those who need us.

Aging with Options - An Unprecedented Challenge - A Sustainable Response

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:16:23 GMT

The number of Americans age 65 and older is expected to double in the next 20 years. To meet the needs of this rapidly expanding senior population, our Aging with Options initiative aims to provide a spectrum of services for older people.

Action Team Player Named Man of the Year

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:06:07 GMT

Curtis Granderson, Detroit Action Team player, was named the Marvin Miller Man of the Year. This award is given to the player whose on-field and off-field performance most inspires others to higher levels of achievement, by displaying as much passion to give back to others as he shows on the baseball field.

Veterans Day: Serving Those Who Served Us

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:01:22 GMT

We are one of the leading organizations in the country providing supportive services and housing tailored to the needs of America's veterans. We provide mental health counseling and other programs aimed at helping veterans deal with the stress that comes when facing redeployment or adjusting to civilian life.

Action Team Players in The World Series

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:08:57 GMT

For the second straight year, Shane Victorino, Ryan Howard, Jimmy Rollins and J.C. Romero of the Philadelphia Phillies - long-time participants in the national Action Team program - are among the roster of Major Leaguers playing in the World Series.

Our National Network of Services

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:20:26 GMT

Supporting and empowering millions of people in need requires a tightly knit network with a common goal. With 38 offices covering more than 400 communities, our ministry of service extends across the country to help those who need us most reach their full potential.

September 11th - A National Day of Service and Remembrance

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:23:33 GMT

Volunteers of America teamed up with an alliance of service leaders from across the country to mark September 11th as a new National Day of Service and Remembrance.

It's Back to School Time Again!

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:24:19 GMT

As students head back to school, Volunteers of America is working to provide the services and resources children need to be prepared and ready to learn. Operation Backpack provides donated school supplies and book bags to children whose families can't afford them.

From the Streets to the Playing Field

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:40:10 GMT

Five formerly homeless men, who are working their way back to the mainstream thanks to Sacramento's Mather Community Campus program, were among the six members of Sacramento's Street Soccer USA Cup 2009 team, which competed in Washington, D.C this past July.

Volunteers of America National President and CEO Named One of the 50 Most Influential Philanthropic Leaders

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:39:27 GMT

Volunteers of America Named Top Nonprofit Owner of Affordable Housing in the U.S.

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 22:29:11 GMT

Volunteers of America has been named the top nonprofit owner and one of the leading nonprofit developers of affordable housing in the United States by Affordable Housing Finance magazine.

Boomer Bust: From Greatest Generation to Crisis Generation

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:51:31 GMT

On June 8, Volunteers of America hosted a panel discussion at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. on the future of senior care in America. Volunteers of America National President Charles W. Gould was joined on the panel by Newt Gingrich, Tom Daschle and cultural anthropologist Mary Catherine Bateson. The discussion explored the health care needs our nation faces as baby boomers grow older in record numbers.

PSAs, Videos and Other Media

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:01:15 GMT

Volunteers of America's Public Service Announcements (PSAs), Videos and MP3s.

Chuck Gould, National President and CEO, Discusses Terraces on Tulane

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:43:29 GMT

While Volunteers of America has been working in New Orleans since the late 1800s, for those that lost their homes during Hurricane Katrina, we are committed to creating 1,000 units of affordable housing in Post-Katrina New Orleans.

An Introduction to Volunteers of America

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:52:22 GMT

Chuck Gould, Volunteers of America National President and CEO, explains how we have been helping people in need throughout our country since 1896.

The Essence of Volunteers of America

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 23:04:05 GMT

Through thousands of human service programs, including housing and healthcare, Volunteers of America helps more than 2 million people in over 400 communities in 44 states. Watch our story.

More Than a Room - PSA

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:47:10 GMT

This video shows examples of rooms that thousands of the people Volunteers of America helps stay in while they receive our help and support to rebuild their lives.

Get In On The Action! - 60 Second PSA

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:36:37 GMT

Join an Action Team and get in on the action! Volunteer in your community!

Get In On The Action! - 30 Second PSA

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:35:53 GMT

Join an Action Team and get in on the action! Volunteer in your community!

Mentoring Children of Promise

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:51:55 GMT

Children with incarcerated parents are innocent, but they face tough challenges. Without intervention, they have a 70% chance of ending up behind bars. Volunteers of America Greater New Orleans is working to change this.

Re-Entry: Success From the Inside Out

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 11:33:06 GMT

Volunteers of America Northern New England and the Maine Department of Corrections have developed an innovative program that has reduced Maine's recidivism rate by 20%.

Higher Ground

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:31:04 GMT

This video shows the dedication of direct support professionals during and after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.

Herbie Comes Full Circle

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:30:49 GMT

Watch Herbie describe how Volunteers of America Northern New England helped him as a child in the 1940s and how we changed his life. Now Herbie has come full circle and is a resident in one of our senior housing facilities in Maine.

Aging with Options Videos

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 10:58:04 GMT

Action Team Videos

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:41:13 GMT

Success Stories

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 10:51:13 GMT

A First Time to Celebrate Life

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:30:50 GMT

At the age of nine, Maggie had been admitted to a state facility due to mental retardation. For almost 49 years she lived in an institution where everything was done for her.

Learning to Love

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:16:14 GMT

Her loveless past and lack of a caring, maternal role model had not prepared her for motherhood. While she loved her children, her parenting skills were so poor that she didn't know how to be a nurturing, loving parent.

The Forgotten Veteran

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:04:38 GMT

Returning to civilian life proved to be a difficult adjustment for Rodney. When he was honorably discharged after 10 years in the U.S. Marine Corps, the sudden independence simply overwhelmed him.

Crosswalk Emergency Shelter

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 00:37:39 GMT

"I start seeing the kids for what they are beneath all that-terrified children, alone and scared to death-all of them. I have changed. I now realize I am not just playing pool-I am spending time with scared little kids-not because I have to, but because I want to. " - Bridget Canon Director of Youth Services

Camp P.O.S.T.C.A.R.D.

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 00:33:24 GMT

"Who would like to read their story?" asked Shayne's fifth grade teacher as she walked down the aisle toward his desk. Shayne felt a drop of sweat running down his forehead-and then another. His stomach tightened and he stopped breathing. He would have given his favorite Babe Ruth baseball card just to be able to simply disappear, but he was a tall young man and his striking red hair made disappearing all but impossible. As the teacher walked by and chose another student, Shayne started breathing again.

A Renewed Life Knows No Age Limit

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:53:24 GMT

Change can be difficult at any age, but for Esther, who was in her late 80s, the loss of her daughter plunged her into deep depression. For most of their lives Esther and her daughter had been constant companions, going everywhere and doing everything together.

Joanne Takes Back Her Life

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:51:59 GMT

"The more I got away with, the more I wanted to get away with." That's how Joanne sums up her earlier life. By the age of 14 she was abusing drugs and alcohol. Through the years, numerous attempts to get clean failed.

A Young Father Gets Back on His Feet

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:50:42 GMT

As a single parent, Kirk worked hard to provide a good life for his four-year-old son, Kirshawn. When he lost his job due to steel industry cutbacks, Kirk managed to live off his savings while he looked for a new job. But jobs were scarce and hard to come by.

We Won't Give Up on Lucas

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:45:33 GMT

At the age of 18, Lucas was no longer eligible for foster care. In the eyes of the state, he was considered an adult and able to care for himself. Nothing could have been further from the truth. Emotional scars and unresolved issues left him vulnerable and at risk.

A Place to Call Home

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:01:15 GMT

Life had always been hard for a good man named Walter. He lived in the basement of a church, but he was about to be evicted. This was not the first time he had been homeless and he figured he could live in his old station wagon for a while.

Press Kit

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:34:39 GMT

2008 Annual Report

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:18:17 GMT

Executive Bios

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:03:56 GMT

Fact Sheets

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:01:25 GMT

Spirit Magazine

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 02:57:12 GMT

Publications

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 18:14:10 GMT

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2008 Annual Report

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:48:49 GMT

Spirit Magazine

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:25:44 GMT

Spirit Magazine Landing Page

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Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:03:32 GMT

Volunteers of America in the News

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:15:22 GMT

Students Help Elderly Prepare For Flood In Etna

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:32:53 GMT

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Thousands turn out in green for 'Runnin of the Green'

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:32:50 GMT

48th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade St. Patrick's Day Guide St. Patrick's Day Celebrations DENVER - More than 5,000 runners and walkers converged on downtown Denver on Sunday morning for the annual Runnin of the Green.

Grant Will Help Give VOA Building a Facelift

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:00:31 GMT

For more than a decade the Volunteers of America has offered homeless men a place to stay and an array of services to help them get back on their feet at a building on State Street.

VOA to create hundreds of local jobs

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:00:28 GMT

Today, Volunteers of America made a multi-million dollar announcement that will create hundreds of local jobs. The VOA says it is restoring an old boarding house on State Street in the city.

Lifting spirits one nightstand at a time

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:00:24 GMT

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On a mission with Russell K. Snyder

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:24:52 GMT

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Volunteers Of America Build New Shelter

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:24:49 GMT

It's a place where women and their children can go to escape from abuse, heal from drug addictions or start a life after prison. Volunteers of America is building a Pettigrew Heights apartment complex that will provide safe recovery housing for women and children, and they need your help for the finishing...

Kindergartners Help Feed the Homeless

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:14:54 GMT

More than 80 Kindergartners, along with parents and school staffers, from Patrick Henry Elementary School partnered with Volunteers of America Chesapeake to lend a helping hand to residents at Volunteers of America Chesapeake's Residential Program Center.

Volunteers of America continues long tradition of helping the needy; community support is appreciated

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:14:51 GMT

On Sunday, Volunteers of America begins its 114th year of service as a national movement committed to helping people in need. Clearly, the accomplishments of this organization are due to the dedication and commitment of the entire community.

Associated Builders and Contractors and Modular Building Institute Form Alliance for Disaster Relief

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:14:48 GMT

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In-patient drug center would offer long-term treatment in Camden

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 20:45:39 GMT

Type Size A A A Next Page 1 | 2 Previous Page CAMDEN - If not for its size, passers-by might hardly notice the nondescript, two-story building looming at the corner of Broadway and Liberty Street.

Building a home

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:55:54 GMT

Staff Photo by John Rawlston/Chattanooga Times Free Press Mark Kinser, left, and Daniel Aguialar of the Baxter G&C Co. work on sewer lines at a 13-unit housing complex for disabled adults being built south of Trenton, Ga.

A secret that speaks volumes to children

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:55:51 GMT

Volunteers of America Staten Island Early Learning Center helps children with autism or developmental delays STATEN ISLAND, NY - TOTTENVILLE - To the average person, it may be one of the best-kept secrets on the South Shore, or at least, in Tottenville.

A heroin addict's legacy: Scholarships for Portland-area high school students

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:55:49 GMT

"I remember riding the bus to third grade, crying, because the previous night my dad had once again been drunk and verbally abusive to my mother and me," a Portland high school girl named Jessica wrote recently.

Somebody needs you

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:55:46 GMT

The goal of Somebody Needs You is to match donors with the specific requests of needy Spokane residents. The list of requests is coordinated by the Volunteers of America in cooperation with recognized social service agencies in Spokane.

Basketball's Walton to speak at Volunteers of America dinner

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:55:44 GMT

WILKES-BARRE: The 7th Annual Volunteers of America Celebrity Dinner will feature Bill Walton, the former UCLA great and NBA legend, as the guest speaker.

Volunteers of America Los Angeles Hosts Project Homeless Connect: A Day to Connect

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:55:41 GMT

The day-long, free community event will provide a one-stop-shop where people can obtain a variety of services, from haircuts to health care, as well as a hot meal and referrals to local service agencies LOS ANGELES, Dec.

Montana quilters deliver to vets

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:55:38 GMT

Share There's nothing like a touch of home to touch a person's heart. That's what happened Saturday morning when a half-dozen women drive 450 miles to present handmade quilts to veterans who live at Independence Hall in Billings.

Inpatient drug center planned in Camden

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:55:36 GMT

Type Size A A A Next Page 1 | 2 Previous Page CAMDEN - If not for its size, passers-by might hardly notice the nondescript, two-story building looming at the corner of Broadway and Liberty Street.

Wyoming reduces juvenile detention

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:50:37 GMT

Share Related Documents Related: Volunteers of America's 2008 Annual Report Related: Summary of the report CASPER - The number of Wyoming youths in jails and juvenile detention facilities dropped by nearly 20 percent between 2006 and 2008, a new report shows.

Helping Hands for Haiti

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:50:17 GMT

Volunteers of America Southeast and Springhill Toyota are teaming up with FOX10 to offer a helping hand to those in Haiti affected by the 7.0 magnitude earthquake.

Homeless veterans facility tours offered

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:08:00 GMT

Volunteers of America is offering glimpses into a future home for area homeless veterans. The agency conducted a brief tour of the flagship building of its new Veterans Transitional Living Program, a three-building complex at 453 Jordan St.

VOA gives food baskets to more than 2,000 families

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 11:59:49 GMT

DENVER - Families lined up around the block at the Volunteers of America's Mission in Denver on Monday in hopes of getting some holiday help. VOA expects to hand out more than 2,000 holiday food baskets filled with ham, canned foods and fresh produce before 4 p.

Operation Duffel Bag helps homeless vets

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 01:50:06 GMT

Those who take part in the program-- code-named Operation Duffel Bag-- are finding that a small donation of time and supplies can go a long way towards helping veterans.

Detroit Mother of 8 Hopes For Self-Sufficiency, 'Decent' Christmas

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:26:43 GMT

Brianna Washington is a 30-year-old single mother of eight from Detroit who simply wants to be able to provide for her children and to be self-sufficient again.

Local Homeless Face Challenges As Nights Grow Colder

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:30:36 GMT

Updated: December 10, 2009 » 0 Comments | Post a Comment CENTRAL OHIO-Your donations can help Columbus' homeless survive what's sure to be a frigid winter.

Paige: Basket of Joy helps many who are hurting

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 10:27:22 GMT

This one is for Nana. For the past 20 years, the precious lady sent a holiday card thanking everybody for the "Basket of Joyfulness and Love." What we knew was she was elderly, lived alone in Denver and, "When the family brings the basket of fruit and visits for a while, it is my happiest day.

Former inmates get help in learning the game of life

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:21:57 GMT

Board games usually teach players about cooperation, following instructions, and winning and losing. "Checkpoints and Challenges," developed locally by Volunteers of America, John P.

After Slow Start, Thanksgiving Turkey Donations Pour In

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:21:55 GMT

SACRAMENTO, CA - Just a day earlier, the Volunteers of America freezer at Mather Air Field was all but empty of turkeys. Now, the birds are sitting four or five layers thick.

Charities Busy Preparing Thousands Of Thanksgiving Meals

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:21:52 GMT

COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Volunteers of America was busy Wednesday, preparing more than 2,500 meals to deliver to those in need, 10TV's Lindsey Seavert reported.

Denver's Jim White rustles up free Thanksgiving for 1,200

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:21:49 GMT

BAR: JACKSON'S SPORTS ROCK Jackson's Sports Rock at 1520 20th St. is a sports bar, and makes no bones about it. Plain and simple, it sits - like a fan - across the street from Coors Field.

Developing Students Through VOA Reading Program

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:21:46 GMT

You can give the gift of literacy this holiday season through the Volunteers of America "Your Caring Gifts" campaign. The VOA offers a reading program designed to make young people better students, and it needs your help.

Catering for a cause: VOA now offers food

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:21:44 GMT

Jared Andersen, Sheridan newsroom Just in time for the holidays a local non-profit group is ready to cater to the community. They hope people fill up on their new food service.

Gazette opinion: Billings center helps struggling veterans change their lives

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:51:58 GMT

More Related: How to help Saluting U.S. military personnel in a commentary for Veterans Day, Eric K. Shinseki, secretary of Veterans Affairs, also wrote about serious problems that have befallen many of these Americans as they make the transition to civilian life: homelessness and mental illnesses.

Helping women defeat addictions

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:58:06 GMT

2009-10-23 04:43:13 Helping women defeat...

Billings shelter for homeless vets a good first step

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:32:42 GMT

Some of the neediest of the Montana's military veterans received of huge boost this month. Independence Hall, a facility designed for homeless vets in the Billings area, opened its doors a couple of weeks ago, and now all of its 20 beds are full.

Creating affordable housing

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:45:24 GMT

OKLAHOMA CITY - The Oklahoma Housing Finance Authority will pump $76 million of federal stimulus money into 26 state housing projects, officials from the authority announced recently.

Independence Hall unveiled for Billings area veterans

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:13:46 GMT

10:26 PM EST"); document.write(wn_last_ed_date); It's a sad reality, but according to the United States Coalition on Homelessness, veterans account for 23% of all homeless people in America.

Hundreds Turn Out For VOA Store Grand Opening

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:48:56 GMT

The store offers brand new and donated goods where customers can get a good bargain for their dollar. . . Hundreds of people turned out Thursday as the Volunteers of America of Greater Ohio opened its doors to its new thrift store on Park Avenue West in Mansfield.

Derrick Tapper serves as pastor and relief coordinator

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:48:53 GMT

The Rev. Derrick Tapper, the new pastor of Calvary Baptist Church in Pascagoula, is a busy man. Besides serving as pastor, he is a relief services coordinator for the Volunteers of America, an organization that has helped many people rebuild in the aftermath of Katrina.

Groundbreaking today for Chateau Carre Apartments in Gentilly

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:48:51 GMT

A groundbreaking ceremony will be held today at 11 a.m. for the Chateau Carre Aparments, a rehabilitated, mixed-income housing development in Gentilly with 150 one- and two-bedroom rental units.

Homeless Housing Fair Offers Shelter

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:48:48 GMT

1:00 PM EST"); document.write(wn_last_ed_date); As the weather turns colder those who are homeless will be lining-up to stay warm. Going to a shelter is one option, but one local organization is trying to give them a permanent place to call home.

Sacramento County homeless advocates race to find new winter shelter site

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:36:29 GMT

As the weather turns chilly, homeless advocates are scrambling to find shelter for hundreds of people who no longer will be able to spend their winter nights at Cal Expo in Sacramento County.

Baby Boomers Top of Mind for US Aging Chief

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:55:48 GMT

On Tuesday, September 22nd Kathy Greenlee, Assistant Secretary for Aging, arrived in Denver to address the 25th National Home and Community-Based Services Conference.

GOOD CITIZENSHIP

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:59:40 GMT

Teens Make A Difference (NAPSI)-American teens have increasingly found ways to give back to their communities. In fact, a recent report from the Corporation for National & Community Service showed a surge in volunteering among young adults ages 16 to 24.

Volunteers of America Michigan opens second thrift store

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:59:35 GMT

Volunteers of America Michigan opened a new thrift store on Thursday, Sept. 10. The new thrift store located at 3800 W. Saginaw in Lansing, is the second Lansing Thrift Store location for VOAMI.

Ten Caring Gifts program

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:59:04 GMT

MOBILE, Ala. - For over two decades, Volunteers of America Southeast has joined with Fox10 to bring hope and cheer to thousands of children in our community who are in desperate need during this often difficult time of the year.

Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation and Volunteers of America Texas create mentor program

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:59:30 GMT

First event takes place tonight at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington | Arlington, Texas -- The Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation and Volunteers of America Texas today announced the launch of a new mentor program for high school students from the Fort Worth ISD.

This old house

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:58:52 GMT

Abused Sacramento seniors don't have to take it...

Letter to the editor: Generous donors outfit students

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:58:43 GMT

Public Opinion Online Chambersburg students began their school year with a brand new, fully equipped backpack thanks to the generosity of individual donors' and Armada Supply Chain Solutions' response to Volunteers of America's "Operation Backpack.

Homeless veterans to be offered resources on Sept. 11

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:58:39 GMT

HUNTINGTON - On Patriot Day, Friday, Sept. 11, 2009, area homeless veterans will be offered a day of safety and security away from the day-to-day stressors of homelessness during a "stand down" at the VFW Post 1064 on 7th Avenue.

Buying school supplies a strain for more families

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:58:33 GMT

Record number of requests for back-to-school help pours...

Sacramento soccer team gives ex-homeless man new goals

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:58:28 GMT

Wes Colter played soccer as a kid. But that was a lifetime ago. Before he ran away from home at age 12 and took to the streets. Before he became an addict and a dealer.

Sallop Gives Back With Operation Backpack

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:58:23 GMT

With the start of a new school year swiftly approaching, the team at Sallop Insurance Agency decided to contribute their time and donations to the underprivileged children of Massachusetts by participating in "Operation Backpack.

Need remains, so late summer food drive is launched

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:58:18 GMT

By Sharon Salyer Herald Writer EVERETT Kathy Benson is just one of the tens of thousands of people in Snohomish County who depend on the generosity of neighbors.

Aging with options

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:59:19 GMT

The current generation of seniors will live longer than any other -- and have less retirement security than any group since Social Security was enacted.

Mass. homeless vets to get help

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:58:13 GMT

BOSTON (AP) - A group of federal, local and nonprofit organizations is set to host a Boston event that offers homeless and needy veterans free food, shelter, clothing, counseling, and legal and health services.

Parents using creativity to complete back-to-school shopping

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:58:05 GMT

It's the second biggest shopping season of the year but many families are spending less on back to school supplies and clothing. Now some parents who are using a little creativity to avoid breaking the bank.

Bottled Water Quenches Non-Profit Thirst

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:57:59 GMT

Mina Patel, General Manager of Comfort Suites Hotel in Highlands Ranch Colorado, along with a group of dedicated employees, began a program providing bottled water for sale in mid-April of this year.

This Lighthouse is for the homeless

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:57:54 GMT

OPELOUSAS, La. (AP) - Johnny Carriere Jr. was in the oilfield and construction businesses before he became head of a home for homeless men. ``The challenge was probably understanding mental illness and learning to network with people in this community,'' said Carriere, 27, who became executive director of...

Staying alive

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:57:49 GMT

A look at the face of homelessness in...

We are the village: Help kids go back to school

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:57:44 GMT

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County aims to help those who 'age out' of foster care

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:57:40 GMT

Tuesday might have been one of those high-desert beauties in Salt Lake City, but Jason and his buds weren't feeling all that sunny. "How would you be?" the 17-year-old who "would just as soon not be ID'd, thank you" said flatly when asked about aging out of the state foster-care system.

Mobile Police Department beats Mobile Fire-Rescue in charity basketball game

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:59:12 GMT

By DAVID FERRARA and LAUREN WOMACK Staff Reporters The charity basketball match-up between the Mobile Police Department and Mobile Fire-Rescue didn't go quite as firefighter Michael Chastang predicted.