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The Hon. Tahesha Way, Lt. Governor and Secretary of State
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The DOS Way!

The NJ Governor’s Office of Volunteerism was featured in The DOS Way! In this episode, Lt. Governor Tahesha Way rounds out April, Global Volunteer Month, by speaking with her guests about how New Jersey supports volunteers and the opportunities for residents to get involved and join this great work.
This episode features:
Linda Rivera, Deputy Director from The New Jersey Governor's Office of Volunteerism
Michele Francesconi, Vice President of Capacity Building, Training & Strategic Initiatives from the Volunteer Center of South Jersey, a Program of Jersey Cares
John Santana, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Operations, United Way Greater Mercer County
Caroline McFarland, Watershed Ambassador for Watershed Management Area 12, the Monmouth Watersheds, NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drR7TxescAU

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Volunteer NJ! Monthly is an online newsletter produced by the Governor’s Office of Volunteerism in partnership with the NJ Volunteer Generation Fund program providing service opportunities, news, photos, and future announcements from NJ’s Volunteer Community. Please email VolunteerNJ@sos.nj.gov to subscribe.

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AmeriCorps New Jersey Bulletin

The AmeriCorps New Jersey Bulletin is an online newsletter produced by AmeriCorps New Jersey that provides news, photos, and highlights from the previous month(s) and future announcements. See how AmeriCorps members are “Getting Things Done” in New Jersey! Please email Lori.Barrows@sos.nj.gov to subscribe.

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Spotlights

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    Help Support California Wildfire Victims

    The devastating wildfires in California have left many in need of immediate assistance. As New Jersey residents, we have a chance to come together and provide much-needed support. Your donations can make a real difference, and we’ve compiled a list of vetted organizations working on the ground to provide relief. These trusted agencies are actively helping those affected by the fires, ensuring your contribution goes directly to those who need it most. Browse through the list below to find the best way you can help make an impact today. Together, we can bring hope and healing to California.

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  • New Jersey’s Volunteer Numbers Are On The Rise! From 1.4 million to 1.9 million volunteers, NJ’s Volunteers are making a difference in your community!

    Every two years, AmeriCorps partners with the U.S. Census Bureau to take the pulse of our nation’s civic health. The 2023 survey looks at many forms of civic engagement between September 2022 and 2023.
    In New Jersey:

    • 1,910,895 formal volunteers contributed 104,768,245 hours of service through organizations worth an estimated $3.7 billion.
    • 25.7 percent of residents formally volunteered through organizations.
    • 22.8 percent of residents belonged to an organization.
    • 57.1 percent of residents donated $25 or more to charity.

    For more information on how you can volunteer, visit our Volunteer Hub!

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  • 2023 Volunteerism Award Honorees
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    Jack Virgo - Youth Volunteer Spotlight!
  • New Jersey State Governor's Jefferson Award - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-jefferson-award.shtml

    New Jersey State Governor's Jefferson Award

    Do You Know A Volunteer Who Makes A Difference?...

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    About the NJ State Governor’s Jefferson Awards

  • Together While Apart: Serving in Extraordinary Times - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-conference-2021.shtml

    Together While Apart: Serving in Extraordinary Times
  • Christmas Railroad
  • Red Kettle Volunteer
  • VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED TO RESCUE CHRISTMAS!!
  • Meaningful ways to give back: Volunteer Center of South Jersey, Jersey Cares power through pandemic - Link - https://thesunpapers.com/2020/10/26/meaningful-ways-to-give-back-volunteer-center-of-south-jersey-jersey-cares-power-through-pandemic/

    Meaningful ways to give back: Volunteer Center of South Jersey, Jersey Cares power through pandemic
  • AmeriCorps Brings Out the Best of America - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-americorps-2020-0929.shtml

    AmeriCorps Brings Out the Best of America
  • Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-habitat-for-humanity.shtml

    Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County
  • Seasons of Service - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-season-of-service.shtml

    Seasons of Service
  • Delta Dental All Associate Day - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-delta-dental-day-2019.shtml

    Delta Dental All Associate Day
  • Stars in Our Lives, Stars on TV - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-senior-corps-2019-1101.shtml

    Stars in Our Lives, Stars on TV
  • NJ Tree Foundation - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-trees-2019.shtml

    Calling all volunteers! We need YOU to plant trees this fall!
  • All Wrapped Up - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-service-all-wrapped-up-2019.shtml

    All Wrapped Up Kick Off!
  • CNCS National Service News - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-service-news-2019-0926.shtml

    CNCS National Service News

    Prepare, Respond, and Keep Responding

  • PREPARE TO RECOVER!

    Join us and learn how to become a Preparedness Ambassador!

  • VolunteerConnect - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-connect-2019-0815.shtml

    VolunteerConnect

    Your seat at the Board of Trustee's table is waiting...

  • Senior Corps Newsletter - Link - https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USCNCS/bulletins/248f811

    Senior Corps Newsletter

    In this edition: The approaching NSCHC Exemption Period deadline; FY 2019 Day of Service Grants NOFO; Senior Corps Seminars updates; Celebrating LGBTQ Pride month; and more!

  • Senior Corps - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-senior-corps-2019-0501.shtml

    Senior Corps

    Older Americans Who Volunteer are Healthier, Happier

  • Governor Murphy issues Volunteer Week Proclamation - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/assets/pdf/volunteer/2019-volunteer-week-proclamation.pdf Governor Murphy issues Volunteer Week Proclamation
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  • Senior Corps Foster Grandparent Program
  • Volunteer Generation Fund
  • New Jersey AmeriCorps Competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity
  • Students in Action Program - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-students-in-action-2019.shtml

    NJ Governor’s Jefferson Awards Students in Action Program
  • Harris Wofford - Link - https://www.state.nj.us/state/volunteer-harris-wofford.shtml

    Statement by Corporation for National and Community Service CEO Barbara Stewart on the Passing of Harris Wofford
  • NJ Commission on National and Community Service Quarterly Public Meeting

    January 24, 2019 10 a.m. at Mercer County Conference Center, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, NJ


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