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Our team at Volunteer Richmond connects people with volunteer opportunities that will strengthen our community. We also help non-profit organizations better manage their volunteer resources by sharing best practices and offering workshops and training sessions in volunteer management.

Benefits of Membership for Non-Profit Organizations

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 our information network

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

Information and Updates on Volunteerism and the Non-Profit Sector

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

Click here for a complete list of member benefits.

Click here for an organization membership application form.

Benefits of Membership for Individuals

Discount rates for VRIS training workshops and special events including the annual Volunteers are Stars Gala Dinner & Awards held in December
Subscription to our Connections newsletter, sent electronically every 6 weeks
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