“I focus on what I can do, not what feels out of reach.” Through her work with the Center for Youth and Family Advocacy’s Youth Restorative Diversion Initiative, today's #DailyPointofLight Cheyenne Klapper is making strides in criminal justice reform. pointsoflight.org/awards/mov…
"The real win happens when everyone who serves on MLK Day understands volunteering is an essential action they can take every day, again and again."- Katie Stearns, Points of Light chief program and impact officer. Read more from @nextavenue. brnw.ch/21wQ5xw
Today’s #DailyPointofLight Award honoree Dev Sharma founded the Raksha Foundation in 2022 to build community through creativity. With 450 members and 27 global partners, their programs are creating lasting impact. brnw.ch/21wQ0bF
Today’s #DailyPointofLight Award honoree Kathy Virgallito turned her cancer journey into a mission of hope, mentoring patients and caregivers with empathy through the @curecc 💛 A true beacon of support! brnw.ch/21wPY1I
✨For 35 years, Points of Light has inspired action, answering President George H.W. Bush's call to serve others. Be part of the movement: volunteer, share your story and support our mission: brnw.ch/21wPUTL
✨ Celebrating #35YearsofLight! 35 years ago, President George H.W. Bush sparked a legacy by recognizing volunteers as “points of light.” Today, we continue this work, uniting communities to tackle global challenges. Learn more about support our mission: brnw.ch/21wPQhs
In 2024 we had the honor of recognizing 256 extraordinary #DailyPointofLight Award honorees. 💫 Each of these individuals embodies the very essence of volunteering, addressing critical community needs, fostering empathy and building bridges that heal and unite us.
Espresso yourself! ☕ Volunteers, powered by caffeine and a latte love for making a difference, are brewing brighter futures every day. At Points of Light, we’re here to keep the mission percolating! 💙 Reshare if you’re fueled by #VolunteerPower and purpose!
Today we celebrate the life of President Jimmy Carter, a public servant, Navy veteran, Nobel Peace Prize winner, nonprofit founder and volunteer. Please read the statement from Points of Light’s President and CEO, @JSirangelo: brnw.ch/21wPHdb
Harness the power of recognition! The #PresidentsVolunteerServiceAward celebrates individuals whose service transforms communities across the nation. 🌟 Become a Certifying Organization and honor exceptional volunteers making a difference. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wPyEU
We're thrilled welcome @AARPFoundation as a new member of the Points of Light Corporate Service Council! Learn more about their commitment to advancing individuals and communities by creating impactful solutions to reduce poverty with older adults.👇 aarp.org/aarp-foundation/abo…
Meet today’s #DailyPointofLight Award Honoree, Erica Kerr! Since 2017, Erica has mentored caregivers through @curecc and Cancer Hope Network, offering support after her own family's battle with cancer. 💙 brnw.ch/21wPn3R
For nearly 50 years, today’s #DailyPointofLight Award honoree Theresa O’Bryant has been the heart and soul of Agassiz Village, an overnight camp transforming the lives of children, including those in foster care or who are unhoused. 💙 #volunteer brnw.ch/21wPlLQ
📣Calling all nonprofits and NGOs—join us as #GlobalVolunteerMonth Champions to celebrate your volunteers, showcase their impact and motivate others to get involved! Ready to inspire change? Sign up today: brnw.ch/21wPlt0
Today’s #DailyPointofLight Award honoree Diana Stafford has spent nearly 30 years rescuing small dog breeds through @TinyTailsRescue. 🐾 From fostering to pet food banks and teaching animal CPR, she’s a true champion for animals and their owners! pointsoflight.org/awards/a-s…
Today, on #InternationalVolunteerDay, we celebrate the power of volunteers worldwide! 🌍 Together, we are a force driving transformation and change wherever it’s needed! @UN
The #GlobalVolunteerMonth Social Media Toolkit is live! 🎉This toolkit has everything you need - ready-to-use graphics, captions, press release templates and more - to spread the spirit of service throughout April 2025. Prepare to share👉brnw.ch/21wPdpe
Research highlighted by @FortuneMagazine shows volunteering is the only workplace wellness intervention proven to make a real difference - and companies are noticing. Read more, including insights from our President & CEO, @jsirangelo: brnw.ch/21wP8lW
As the co-president and co-founder of Empowering Arts, today's #DailyPointofLight Award honoree Bella Cho is transforming lives by bringing music and the arts to seniors and children with disabilities. 🎶🎨 brnw.ch/21wOZBP
Today is #NationalPhilanthropyDay! 🌟 We celebrate the efforts that drive positive change worldwide. At Points of Light, we believe everyone has the power to make a difference - enriching lives, strengthening communities and uplifting our global society. 💙