In the News
Volunteers from across the U.S. gathered in 65 VA national cemeteries for a National Day of Service Sept. 10. The cleaning efforts included thousands of volunteers cleaning tens of thousands of graves, including 47 killed Sept. 11, 2001.” Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 09/10/2021]
“There’s a reward to serving,” explained La Tara Miller, clinical program manager in VA’s Office of the Medical Inspector. “During the pandemic, I just looked for a way to do what I know best, take care of people.” Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 06/19/2021]
Welcome to Standing Ready episode 5, “Innovating Volunteers.” This episode looks at how volunteers have built communities of care and support throughout history and continue to meet the needs of Veterans today. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 06/02/2021]
Hard work has earned 20-year old Youth Volunteer Anit Tyagi a $7,500 scholarship for his ongoing dedication to serving Veterans with the emergency medical team at VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 05/16/2021]
VA’s Office of Public Affairs’ Digital Media Engagement (DME) team is expanding its Virtual Volunteer program to invite new volunteers to help create content that honors Veterans and helps them learn more about their benefits. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 05/13/2021]
Despite an ongoing global health crisis which inhibited volunteer efforts at VA facilities, Gulf Coast VA Voluntary Services reports that through April, community volunteer efforts have remained consistent. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 05/02/2021]
The Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) celebrates its 75-year milestone anniversary during National Volunteer Week, April 18–24. Read more
[This article appeared on the VA News Releases on 04/22/2021]
Thérèse Duggan recently received her official credentials from Human Resources, allowing her to join VA’s volunteer force as a physician ambassador. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 03/16/2021]
Ron Burge, a retired Army Veteran, says that a motto that held true during his years of military service applies to his volunteer work with senior Veterans in the Colorado Springs area. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 02/06/2021]
Joining VA’s COVID-19 research volunteer list does not commit someone to sign up for a vaccine or treatment trial if he or she is selected. That distinction is very important to Dr. Sabrina Clark, who distinguishes her willingness to be part of the volunteer list from her willingness to volunteer for a study. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 01/11/2021]
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 1,000 Veterans Health Administration staff have volunteered for more than 3,700 deployments to support Veterans and civilians in the most hard-hit areas of the country. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 01/07/2021]
The Knights of Columbus have honored Serena Parmar for her volunteer service of more than 400 hours at the Columbia VA Health Care System. Parmar has volunteered at the Columbia VA for the past four years, giving freely of her time to honor Veterans for their service. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 01/03/2021]
David Sergent knows the importance of home. He plays an important role in helping to keep Veterans living in their own houses and communities as they age. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 12/22/2020]
Marion Bales was a high school senior the day a Marine Corps vehicle pulled up in front of his parents’ house. His mother immediately broke down in anguish, imagining the worst about his older brother, who was serving in Vietnam. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 12/13/2020]
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today more than 36,000 face shields were donated by Jersey City Rapid Maker Response Group — aiding in the COVID-19 pandemic response. The donation, worth nearly $200,000, was coordinated through VA’s Office of Voluntary Service and shipped to 48 VA medical centers during the week of Veterans Day. Read more
[This article appeared on the VA Office of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs News Releases on 12/10/2020]
What do a turkey farmer, a car dealership and a government agency have in common? Cars snake around the parking lot as an army of volunteers hands out holiday meals at the Salt Lake City VA. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 12/05/2020]
In the spirit of giving back this holiday season, AARP’s Create the Good launched its third annual Honoring Heroes contest to celebrate Veterans who help their communities and volunteers who help improve the lives of Veterans. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 12/02/2020]
Every year on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, organizations around the world acknowledge Giving Tuesday. It’s a global day of giving and service. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 12/01/2020]
VA Voluntary Service (VAVS) estimates there have been more than $25 million in gifts and donations to VA designated for COVID-19 support alone. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 11/25/2020]
Tiffany Pham spent the summers of 2018 and 2019 working at VA Central Office in Washington D.C. She was a student volunteer in the Office of Management Review. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 11/05/2020]
Four volunteers at the Columbia VA Health Care System were recently recognized for selflessly volunteering for a combined total of more than 26,000 hours serving Veterans. Volunteers provide valuable assistance and play a critical role in fulfilling the Columbia VA mission to serve Veterans. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 11/01/2020]
Thousands of VA volunteers have had their normal activities disrupted since early spring due to COVID-19. Then, VA paused the volunteer program to protect Veterans, health care providers and volunteers from the risk of exposure to the virus. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 10/13/2020]
Volunteers are returning to national cemeteries under certain circumstances, following strict COVID-19 guidance. More than 40 volunteers displayed the new policies during an event Sept. 19 at Culpeper National Cemetery in Virginia. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 09/22/2020]
AARP held a contest this summer inviting Americans to nominate exceptional volunteers in the “Show Your Love Volunteer 2020” competition. The San Antonio VA is proud to announce that volunteer Barbara Abbey was one of the top winners. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 09/18/2020]
