GRAVA is a professional membership organization that promotes and supports excellence in the management and leadership of volunteers in the Greater Richmond area through professional development, networking, and advocacy. |
Proposed Amendments to GRAVA's Bylaws
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Please spend a few minutes reviewing the proposed amendments to GRAVA's bylaws before our next GRAVA meeting. All amendments are in red.
On September 4th, GRAVA will vote on these proposed amendments so please plan to attend and RSVP now.
All comments or questions should be directed to Anne Burgess.
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RSVP to Attend GRAVA's Mixer in September!
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Make plans to attend the "Become A Member in September Mixer on Thursday, September 25th from 5:30pm- 7:00pm at the VMFA. A cash bar and complimentary hors devours will be on hand. Door prizes will be given out and if you bring someone who joins that evening, your name is entered into a drawing for free tickets to an upcoming VMFA exhibit! Docents will be on hand to give tours starting at 7:00pm. You don't want to miss out on this fun evening of networking. Admission is $5. RSVP today!
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GRAVA Welcomes New Board Members!
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As the 2013-2014 GRAVA year concludes in August, several board members will be transitioning off with newly elected members coming onto the board.
A huge thank you and best wishes to outgoing Treasure, Anne Burgess; Secretary, Julie Adams-Buchanan; Professional Development Chair, Kim Frola; and Conference Chair, Stephanie Gossett.
Likewise, a huge welcome and congratulations to incoming Treasurer, Kyndall Drumheller; Recording Secretary Mary France; Hospitality Chair, Kate Bausman; Professional Development Chair, Athena Parker; and Conference Co-Chairs, Lisa Adkins and Sheryl Luebke. Current Membership Chair, Melissa Gilmore has graciously stepped up to serve as President-Elect, shadowing our current President, Alison Jones-Nassar, over the coming year in preparation for becoming the next GRAVA President.
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Words from GRAVA's Volunteer Engagement Professional of the Year!
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"Thank you so much for this honor. It is truly humbling to be recognized in this way and to be among so many others whose professionalism I have admired over the years.
The Board's continued dedication and strategic planning have raised the level of professionalism in our field -- and I am so grateful for that.
In the years, I have been a member of GRAVA, I have truly benefited in so many ways and certainly credit GRAVA for helping me grow in this field."
Rosemary Jones, Director of Volunteer Services,
Peter Paul Development Center
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Message From the President
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Wow, what a terrific message from Rosemary to end the 2013/2014 cycle and being 2014/2015! It really gives me pleasure to think that our efforts have raised the professionalism of our field and to hear that GRAVA has supported the growth of our members. I know that is personally true for me and I hope that it applies to all GRAVA members as well!
For as long as I have been on the GRAVA board, we have had a goal of reaching 100 members, but for one reason or another we've just never quite succeeded. Well, maybe this year will be the year! It's not even the end of August and already more than forty people have joined or renewed their memberships for the coming year. What about you? Are you still waiting for a good reason to join GRAVA in 2014? Be sure to read on for a few GREAT reasons right now!
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Volunteer Engagement Message Board
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You Asked and We Listened!
GRAVA members have requested a way to communicate and seek real-time answers to important questions and needs related to volunteer administration outside of normally scheduled GRAVA events.
GRAVA has partnered with HandsOn Greater Richmond to bring you the Volunteer Engagement Message Board, powered by ConnectVA. Learn more and get started!
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September Workshop - Valuing Your Values
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 Within any organization, tough decisions and choices are made based on the values of the organization. In your role as a volunteer administrator, it is important that you know the professional values of the field, your organization's guiding values, and where your personal values potentially differ from those values and how to act within the realm of your job. Join GRAVA and Anne Deaton of Bounce for our September Workshop on Thursday, September 4 from 8:30am - 10:30am at the Fan Free Clinic.
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See you in September!
Rebecca Eisenman Butler, PR Chair
GRAVA (Greater Richmond Association for Volunteer Administration) |
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Professional Development Update
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Let's be sure to take advantage of these upcoming professional development opportunities:We all learned a lot about evaluation at this year's conference. Let's keep that momentum going by attending this free webinar on Strategically Assessing Your Volunteer Program.
The 2014 Virginia Volunteerism and Service Conference is next month, September 11-12th with registration open through September 2nd. This is a highly-interactive conference that will offer a diverse array of workshops and networking events. Coinciding with the 9/11 National Day of Service, there will also be an exciting array of service projects taking place throughout the community.
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2015 CVA Registration
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Registration for the 2015 cycle will open on October 1, 2014.
CCVA sponsors the CVA (Certified in Volunteer Administration) credential, the only international professional certification in the field of volunteer resources management.
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Member Directory
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One of the
many benefits of GRAVA membership is a member directory that allows active members to connect with one another for networking, problem-solving, or affiliated purposes. To receive your updated member directory, please send an e-mail to membership chair Melissa Gilmore!
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P.O. Box
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Membership applications, dues, scholarship applications, and all mailed correspondence should be sent to:
P.O. Box 684, Midlothian VA 23113. If you would like to confirm that your recently mailed membership application and check have been received, please send an e-mail to our membership chair, Melissa Gilmore!
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GRAVA is Social
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Collectively, GRAVA members have a lot of valuable knowledge and experience to share. And now we have our very own Facebook page & Twitter feed to capture all this collective wisdom! But it's up to YOU to contribute to the interactivity of these accounts. These social media tools are for posting photos and events, sharing tips, and exchanging information & comments.
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GRAVA Board
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Secretary:
Treasurer:
Public Relations: Professional Development: Membership: Conference: President:
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