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8 Rewarding Volunteer Opportunities in Vancouver, WA for 2026

Post Author By joe
Post Date August 23, 2026

Volunteers planting native seedlings in a Vancouver, Washington park during habitat restoration work.

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Vancouver, Washington offers a vibrant landscape for community service where volunteers of all ages, abilities, and schedules can find meaningful ways to contribute. Whether you’re looking to restore natural habitats through the city’s Naturespaces program, support local performing arts, mentor youth, or join a neighborhood association, practical volunteer roles are available right now with clear pathways to get started. The City of Vancouver’s volunteer programs welcome individuals, families, groups, and businesses across diverse opportunities like Adopt-A-Park, Urban Forestry, the Water Resources Education Center, and …

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: What It Means and How to Honour It in Your Community

Post Author By joe
Post Date August 3, 2026

“People gathered in a respectful circle outdoors at dusk, with a ceremonial drum held at chest height, representing reconciliation and Indigenous-led healing.”

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Each year on September 30, Canada observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a federal statutory holiday that honours the nearly 150,000 Indigenous children who attended residential schools, many of whom never came home. This day asks all Canadians to pause, learn, and engage meaningfully with the ongoing work of reconciliation.
Since becoming a federal statutory holiday through Bill C-5, September 30 has grown into more than a day off work for many Canadians. It’s recognized as a statutory …

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Trust-Based Giving to Combat Racism

Post Author By joe
Post Date October 2, 2024

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Join us for the upcoming event where we explore innovative approaches to philanthropy aimed at fostering transparency, collaboration, and equity. This event is tailored for community foundation leaders, staff, board members, and volunteers eager to redefine their giving practices for greater inclusivity and impact.

This session will delve into the principles of trust-based philanthropy. Participants will discover practical strategies to implement trust-based giving effectively, promoting equitable grantmaking and addressing systemic inequities in their communities.

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Creating Sustainable Communities Event

Post Author By joe
Post Date September 2, 2024

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Join us for the “Creating Sustainable Communities” event, where communities nationwide are tackling the challenges of climate change. This session will equip community foundations with strategies to foster lasting change. Moreover, this event will explore how sustainable practices can boost local economies and improve residents’ quality of life.

As a participant, you will get to learn the following:

Effective methods to engage diverse community members in sustainability efforts

The crucial role of …

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2024 Peer Gathering Event

Post Author By joe
Post Date August 26, 2024

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The 2024 Peer Gathering event will be a dynamic four-day experience, bringing together staff and leadership from community foundations. This gathering aims to foster learning, collaboration, and networking among professionals in the philanthropic sector.

Participants will engage in sharing insights and experiences, learning from others facing similar challenges and opportunities in their community foundations. The event will feature strategic discussions on solving sector-wide problems and enhancing skills essential to philanthropic work.

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