Volunteer Richmond

Volunteer Richmond Information Services is all about connecting people and services together. Every day we connect people with volunteer opportunities that will strengthen our community and we assist organizations in implementing effective practices to manage their volunteer resources.

Volunteer Recruitment and Promotion

Unlimited postings on the Volunteer Richmond! online database – receives approximately 1,600 position views per month from potential volunteers
Promoting your organization and volunteer positions through an information network which includes regular media contacts and notices in the VRIS newsletter

Development and Training for Staff and Volunteers

Member discounts on VRIS workshops, training series and leadership conferences
Loan privileges for resources such as videos, books and manuals from the VRIS Resource Library
Member discounts on specialized consultation services for your volunteer program – contact us to discuss your needs.

Information and Updates on Volunteerism and the Non-Profit Sector

Connections, our newsletter, keeping you up-to-date on the volunteer sector
Networking opportunities with other non-profit professionals

… and much more! Click here for a complete list of member benefits.

Click here for an organization membership application form.

Discount rates for VRIS training workshops and special events including the annual Volunteers are Stars Gala & Awards Dinner held in December.
Subscription to our Connections newsletter, produced three times a year.
Invitations to networking events with other members from the non-profit sector.
Loan privileges for VRIS Resource Library materials.
Resources from the Child Care Resource & Referral Centre (CCRRC), including: member discounts on specialized training opportunities; loan privileges at the CCRRC library, for resources such as videos, books and manuals; and the CCRRC newsletter (upon request).
Voting rights at the VRIS Annual General Meeting.

Click here for an individual membership application form.