Next Friday, Dove staff and volunteers will begin sharing our "45 things we want you to know about Dove!" in honor of Dove's 45th Anniversary. 45 years has brought many, many changes to Dove, locations, number of staff, programs, budget etc. But one "thing" I want you to know to start with is volunteers, people putting their time and talents toward making a difference in the community, was why Dove was started and is a major part of Dove today.
Barbara Blakey
Director of Volunteers and Community Relations
This picture is from one of the early programs, sharing sewing skills.
Dove is an organization that engages religious institutions, volunteers, and advocates seeking to coordinate efforts to address unmet needs and social injustices. These needs are met through coordinated programs focusing on domestic violence, homelessness, education, volunteer and community empowerment, and individual emergency need fulfillment. Dove works for justice, equality, and understanding among all people.
Friday, June 19, 2015
Friday, June 5, 2015
We're Wild About our Volunteers
Staff and Volunteers took a quick break and gathered for a Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. Dove staff had the opportunity to thank our many volunteers, in a small way, with dinner and a cake.
The volunteers came from many counties (DeWitt, Macon, Moultrie and Shelby) but hopefully went back home as intentional friends as everyone shared their volunteer experiences. The food was good but the conversation was great!
Thanks to all the volunteers who put their time and talents into the program, whether assisting with the Children's program, legal advocacy, support groups, awareness/educational programs, the many support efforts needed and more!
(pictures are staff and volunteers who could attend that night)
The volunteers came from many counties (DeWitt, Macon, Moultrie and Shelby) but hopefully went back home as intentional friends as everyone shared their volunteer experiences. The food was good but the conversation was great!
Thanks to all the volunteers who put their time and talents into the program, whether assisting with the Children's program, legal advocacy, support groups, awareness/educational programs, the many support efforts needed and more!
(pictures are staff and volunteers who could attend that night)
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